New or Recent Graduate Vet- Fur Life Vet Shepparton
New or recent graduate veterinarian wanted to join our modern and progressive clinic.
Excellent new and recent graduate support from our clinic and company.
80% Companion Animal | 20% Exotics
About us:
Fur Life Vet Shepparton is a purpose built, modern small animal clinic. We have an experienced and supportive team of vets, nurses and receptionists and we pride ourselves on working together and providing a high standard of care to the clients and patients in our local community.
We take pride in ensuring that our patients have a positive experience at our clinic and offer separate canine and feline consulting rooms, spacious waiting areas, dedicated cat ward, and a euthanasia/visiting room. The clinic is well equipped with digital x-ray, IM3 dental, dental x-ray, Idexx biochemistry and haematology, Imagyst cytology, in house laboratory, ultrasound and everything you could ask for to be an excellent vet.
As we are a regional practice, we see a variety of cases, from routine surgery, preventative care, and dentistry to emergencies including snakebites, toxicities, and complicated cases requiring work up. We have all the toys located at our clinic that will allow you to provide excellent patient care and thorough work ups.
We have a variety of travelling specialists that come into the clinic that you can refer your patients to so you can see your cases through to the end.
Our team is important to us therefore we conduct weekly paid team meetings and team training, to ensure that we are always offering best practice care to our clients and patients. Being a part of Apiam means being a part of a community, and you can find endless support in all areas.
About the position:
- New Graduate or Recent Graduate Position
- Full time position with flexibility around working hours
- 80% Companion Animals and 20% Exotics
- Small supportive and caring team. A Clinical Lead who is excited about mentoring and teaching you and an experienced team of support staff to contribute to your development
- Opportunities within Apiam and the other Apiam clinics in the area to upskill in areas that interest you
- Full support of the Apiam new graduate program
About you:
We are looking for positive individuals who are capable of working efficiently and conscientiously within a team environment. Our small team is very supportive and enjoy learning from each other. We generally work together to manage our cases as a veterinary team rather than working alone on individual cases.
We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic person with great communication skills and a friendly and positive attitude to work. We want someone who is prepared to take advantage of the opportunities available from our clinic and our company and be proactive in their development.
What we can offer:
Generous salary package including a base salary of $75,000 for new grads + super
- + Relocation assistance provided.
As well as benefits valued up to $20,000 to help you manage your work-life balance including:
- VSB Registration and memberships supported.
- VetEducation membership
- 5 days paid volunteer leave.
- “Wellness Day” – An extra paid annual leave day!
- Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme.
- 1 week study leave
- Generous CPD allowances depending on your development plans.
- Wellbeing initiatives include our Employee Assistance Program with access to confidential counselling services and trained Mental Health First Aid Officers in every clinic.
- Various retail, travel, and service discounts through our Flare app such as discounted gym memberships.
- Additional travel discounts through Verve Travel Management and Hertz
- Fantastic staff discounts on clinic products and services for your pets
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. Opportunities to gain extra skills by spending time in other clinics within our Apiam network are encouraged, and we offer industry-leading internal training as well as genuine support for your career progression.
New Graduate Benefits: New and recently graduated vets benefit from Apiam’s Graduate Development Program. We recognize that the transition to practice can be a challenging time. This program includes monthly structured support through the Lincoln Institute, a mentor program and the “Grad Retreat” which provides practical seminars and workshops to help fast track your skills.
Next Steps:
Please contact Corinne on 0458 387 478 to chat about the position. Otherwise for more information email recruitment@apiam.com.au or apply here with your cover letter and resume.