At SASH, we believe the highest standards in veterinary care are achieved when clinical expertise is delivered by compassionate, motivated people in a caring and supportive environment. Inspired by the special bond between animals and people, we constantly strive to help pets and their families live their best life. This is embodied by the dedicated teams providing around the clock emergency care and a wide range of specialist referral services at our hospitals. In Adelaide we offer a 24-hour emergency and critical care service together with services in internal medicine, surgery, neurology, dermatology, radiology and physiotherapy/rehabilitation. We have plans to add oncology, cardiology, ophthalmology and other specialties too. Our Adelaide facility was built with the needs of our team in mind. You will have access to the brand new Intensive Care Unit, full service in-house lab, Ultrasound, CT scanner, MRI, digital radiography, three theatres including an interventional radiology space, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and more.

The Junior Emergency Vet Position:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and team-oriented Emergency Vet to join our 24hr Emergency team in Adelaide in either casual, permanent, fixed term, full time or part time capacity. You will work in a multidisciplinary setting alongside colleagues in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Dermatology and Neurology, while receiving direct support and in-house training from our Emergency and Critical Care Specialists Dr Nicole Kalnins and Dr Morgan Woodforde. There will be opportunities to collaborate with departments across the extensive network of SASH in NSW.

As the Junior Emergency Vet, you will be in a supported role that focuses on training and developing your emergency skills.

• Learn new procedures and take part in emergency surgeries.
• Develop your communication skills
• Be supported through difficult conversations with clients by an experienced emergency vets and nurses.

The SASH team is known for being a positive and supportive workplace and our emergency team is no exception. Ensuring our team has a healthy work-life balance is our top priority which is reflected in our shift structures, clinical support staff and our low staff turnover. You will have a variety of shifts to ensure a varied caseload is achieved. The majority of these shifts will be during the day in the beginning, then eventually a mix of days and evenings, being completely supported with a strong focus on training.

About you:

The SASH team is looking for a vet who is passionate about learning to care for some of the most emergent and  critical patients.

• A commitment to providing the highest level of patient care
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude
• A strong interest in Emergency and Critical Care work
• Self motivated being committed to ongoing professional development
• Great work ethic and commitment to the culture and values of SASH
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• At least 1 year of experience as a veterinarian is preferred, however new graduates will also be considered for the position
• Current registration with OR a degree that is registerable with the Veterinary Practitioners Board of SA

What we can offer you:

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is wanting to take their skills and career to the next level. You would be joining a team who are highly committed to our people, supporting them to achieve their goals. Just a few of the perks included in this opportunity are:

• Be a part of a uniquely positive, supportive and fun team all dedicated to practicing gold standard care
• A generous salary package that is similar to that of an emergency vet
• Continuing education allowance, including enrolment into a formal ECC education program.
• Close and ongoing training and clinical support from team of SASH emergency clinicians, specialists, residents, nurses and support staff
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff discounts and social events
• Inclusive team where equality is not negotiable
• Excellent work life balance
• Supportive team of SASH specialists, residents, nursing team

To apply, please click the 'Apply for this job' link and submit your CV to the Talent Team.