Full Time New Graduate Veterinarian
- Organisation:
- Chandlers Hill Vet
- Location:
- Happy Valley, Adelaide
- Occupation:
- Veterinarian - Graduate
- Employment Type:
- Full Time
- Posted:
Our Location
Chandlers Hill Vet is in Happy Valley, a leafy suburb in the southern hills of Adelaide. We are just half an hour from the McLaren Vale Wine region to the south and the City in the north. The beach and Marion Shopping centre are 15-20 minutes’ drive away.
Our Practice
Chandlers Hill Vet is a small animal clinic with very good standing in the local area. We have recently renovated and extended the premises for a spacious, modern feel. We have 3 consult rooms, separate cat waiting area, large dog ward, separated from the cat ward. We have a dedicated imaging room, sterile surgery and non-sterile treatment room. There is a large veterinary office and nurse station, well situated in the centre of operations.
We have Ezyvet software and are soon to implement the Vet Radar electronic whiteboard system. We have Idexx blood and urine machines in a dedicated lab area , digital dental xray (Sopro), digital general xray and ultrasound. We regularly use The Austin as mobile ultrasound specialists.
Our Team
We have a team of 4 vets with 3 vets working each day and a large nursing team who provide great support, including assisting in the consult rooms so that vet recommendations are followed through, as well as helping with animal holding, updating records and billing during the consult.
The Opportunity
We have a vacancy for a motivated and proactive new graduate vet to join our team, on a full-time basis, across a 4-day working week and a shared Saturday.
For new graduate vets, we offer the Vets Central New Graduate Program which is a 24-month mentored journey designed to support your transition from university to the professional world. Our program focuses on key areas of development, providing hands-on clinical experience, business skills, personal well-being support, and exceptional client communication training. With accredited mentors, carefully selected clinics, and an extensive support network, we offer an unrivalled opportunity to grow as a well-rounded general practitioner while enjoying a healthy work-life balance and a fun and supportive community.
Our veterinarians have a passion for helping others improve their skills, from mentoring new and recent grads in simple procedures through to Lateral Fabella cruciate repair and patella surgeries, as well as thyroid removal and anal gland removal surgeries. Surgery and dental rosters are shared between all vets
What’s in it for you?
- A generous salary with regular performance reviews
- A unique retention bonus/equity opportunity
- Full time rosters include a weekday off each week and every second Saturday
- Paid Continuing Education leave with a generous contribution towards skills development and/or external courses
- For new graduate vets - eligibility for the Vets Central New Graduate Program
- Mental Health & Wellbeing are a priority, and we understand that work life balance is vital. We are accredited in being recognised as a ‘Skilled Mental Health First Aid®’ workplace
- We are open 8am-7pm weekdays and 8am-1pm on Saturdays and are rarely there more than half an hour past closing.
- Break times are blocked off in the daily schedule and we always have time for case follow-up and research.
- Novated vehicle leasing options
- Flare HR Perks & discounts on everyday expenses including groceries, electronics, entertainment, fuel, restaurants, fashion brands and more
Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to careers@vetscentral.com.au For a confidential discussion, please call our friendly careers team on 0458 439 613.
