Our ‘Why’:
- At Golden Plains we take pride in our close-knit team who enjoy working together to get the best outcomes for our patients.
- We enjoy coming to work with our close-knit team of well-trained staff members which makes our workdays enjoyable.
- We pride ourselves on treating patients as if they were our own and always strive for best patient care.
About the position:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinic Coordinator to join our veterinary team on a part time basis.
This position will be approximately 40 hours per fortnight for the clinic coordinator role. These hours can be flexibly tailored to suit your needs around the clinic’s opening hours. If you are keen for veterinary nursing as well then there can be extra casual nursing shifts on top of the clinic coordinator hours.
We see this position suiting a veterinary nurse or technician looking for a dual role involving nursing but also management and administration. Or someone keen to move into just the management side of a clinic.
Alternatively, this position could suit someone from outside the industry with management experience who is looking for a part time position and would like to work in a veterinary clinic environment.
The Clinic Coordinator is responsible for providing leadership to achieve the operational and financial objectives of the clinic.
- This position works in partnership with the Clinical Lead, and Business Partners to develop and mentor team members to achieve high performance as well as implementing operational systems and procedures to optimise efficiency and patient care.
- The Clinic Coordinator is also responsible for fostering a safe and collaborative workplace culture that encourages team members to develop and enhance their skills.
- Effectively manage employee relations issues including workplace conflict and performance issues.
- Administration duties would include rostering, inventory and equipment maintenance management.
About us:
- We are a close knit team who enjoy working together to get the best outcome for our patients.
- We have a purpose built clinic with a dedicated base of companion animal clients.
- Fur Life Vet Golden Plains is one of the expanding Apiam Animal Health group of regional and rural clinics that are committed to enriching the lives of animals, people, and communities.
- As part of Apiam Animal Health, Australia’s largest rural and regional mixed and production animal veterinary group, we offer considerable opportunities for training, personal development and career progression.
About you:
- Certificate IV veterinary nurses, head nurses, practice managers or vet technicians with proven ability to manage clinics are encouraged to apply. However, we are also encouraging applications from people outside the industry with a bachelor’s degree in business or similar degree or qualification or proven management experience.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in team management, rostering and customer service.
- Practice management, business management or HR experience is advantageous
- A demonstrated track record of experience in leading and motivating teams
- Competent computer skills and user of MS Office programs and databases.
- You have excellent leadership skills and a passion for driving and nurturing teams.
- You are a good communicator and able to deal with tricky conversations with clients
Why you should apply:
- Opportunity for career progression within an industry leading organisation.
- Amazing clinic discounts for your own fur babies.
- VNCA membership paid for and AVNAT registration encouraged for veterinary nurses.
- Access to VetEducation as ongoing CE and upskilling is supported and encouraged.
- Access paid Volunteer Leave, extra Parental Leave and Apiam Wellness Day – extra day of annual leave!
- Discounts from various retail, travel, fitness and health providers (including Kmart and Woolworths!)
- Work life balance and mental health taken seriously, we have our own Mental Health First Aid Officer and an excellent Employee Assistance Program (free and confidential counselling sessions for you or your immediate family).
How to Apply:
If we sound like a clinic you would like to be a part of then please reach out!
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With your cover letter and resume or for more information please contact recruitment@apiam.com.au