Hervey Bay, Hervey Bay & Fraser Coast QLD

Full-time, however will consider part-time applicants

New graduates and mixed practice vets who are interested in growing the large animal side of the business are all welcome to apply. We are very flexible and would love the opportunity to see how we can tailor a role that is mutually beneficial.

Remuneration negotiable/dependent on experience.

About the clinic & area:

Nissen Street Veterinary Surgery is a family owned, 5 vet clinic with a strong following, conveniently located close to Hervey Bay’s medical precinct. Purpose built in 2020 with modern, new equipment and fixtures, on a spacious block with large lawns and heaps of parking, Nissen Street Veterinary Surgery has become popular and fast building a great reputation under Dr Candice Loft. We are committed to compassionate & professional pet care, striving to offer an affordable and reliable health care service to our clients and their pets. Our purpose is to provide personalised veterinary care, promoting preventative treatments and building relationships with our clients to ensure the continued well-being of their pets.

Located in Hervey Bay not only is the Heritage Listed Fraser Island, on our doorstep but Hervey Bay also offers a multitude of experiences for adventure seekers including, Whale Watching, water sports, fishing, diving, 4x4 wheel driving and skydiving. With direct flights to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Lady Elliot Island, and only 2 hours’ drive north of the Sunshine Coast and 1.5 hours south of Bundaberg, Hervey Bay is conveniently situated and accessible.

For the more laid-back lifestyle, Hervey Bay’s calm beaches, wide variety of shopping and restaurants, affordable housing and rental market, accessible health care and schooling, including a university, this rounds out the location as a desirable place to live and play.

About the role:

We are currently looking for Small Animal Veterinarians to join our awesome team of dedicated and driven Vets and Nurses. This position will report to the Veterinary Director.

Our clinic includes:

1. Separate Lab with; IDEXX ProCyte Dx, Catalyst One, SediVue Dx, VetLab UA, Vcheck and the rest of your usual lab toys
2. Digital Xray
3. Dental Xray
4. IM3 Dental Unit
5. MyLabOmega Ultrasound
6. Separate vet offices
7. Separate dog and cat areas and a dedicated lead lined X-ray room
8. Separate lunch rooms, as well as outside covered seating in quiet space, to ensure your breaks are peaceful with no phones ringing and dogs barking

    

What we can offer you:

• A varied, interesting and rewarding role
• A strong support from a team of knowledgeable and experienced Veterinarians
• Training & professional development opportunities, including funding of courses and 2 weeks paid study leave (no limit on CPD funding)
• 4 day working week (flexible and interchangeable), work 1 in 4 Saturdays
• Afterhours optional, paid out at 50% of veterinary fees including diagnostics + on-call allowances. Fully supported with an on-call team of nurses and vet to assist if needed.
• Contribution towards relocation
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP), also extended to family members
• Competitive salary with 6 monthly reviews

Successful candidate qualities:

• BVSc or equivalent and able to obtain a QLD Veterinary Surgeon registration.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience preferred however all applicants encouraged to apply
• Strong focus on maintaining a high standard through collaborative teamwork and building long term client relationships.
• Strong commitment to Gold Standards of care

Whether you are seeking a new direction in your career, a sea change, a challenge or an opportunity to make a real difference in clear water, we would love to hear from you.

If it sounds like you, please email your resume to the Practice Manager, Charlie, at: enquiries@nissenstreetvet.com.au or call Charlie on 0491 051 780 for a confidential chat or to arrange a walk through the clinic.

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