The Animal Hospital is a well- established, privately owned, well equipped and staffed practice in the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Western Australia.

We are currently seeking a recent graduate veterinarian for a full-time position.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent) qualification and be registered with the Veterinary Practice Board of Western Australia.

The salary range is from $80,000 - $90,000 (depending on experience) plus Superannuation. Relocation/Visa assistance of up to $10,000 is also offered.

Generous afterhours commissions are paid (50% of all professional fees charged for work done after hours)

• The successful applicant will be responsible for determining the presence and nature of abnormal conditions by physical examination, laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging. We have inhouse laboratory testing and access to external laboratory testing. Diagnostic imaging includes both radiology and ultrasound.
• The applicant will be required to treat patients medically and surgically, administer and prescribe drugs, analgesics and administer general and local anaesthetics.
• They will be responsible for preventative health care, advising clients on parasite treatment, nutrition and feeding and administering vaccinations. 

The practice is equipped with a large range of equipment including digital xray (Zoomax xray machine), Mindray ultrasound, in-house Vetscan blood machines, DrVet laser therapy machine, IM3 GS Deluxe dental machine, Hot Dog Warming System for patients in surgery and Mistral Forced Air Warming for those  in recovery and hospital, Niki V4 Infusion Pumps, syringe pumps and a wide range of anaesthetic monitoring equipment. 

For those interested in equine we have an Edge power float and an equipped vehicle.

Our practice has 6 veterinarians with a combination of over 40 years clinical experience, 5 of whom are full time working four 9-10hour weekdays and rostered weekends. There are 3 qualified veterinary nurses who are very capable. They have many duties including taking blood samples, running laboratory machines, monitoring anaesthesia with the assistance of 5 trainee nurses.  There are 5 dedicated receptionists working in the practice.

A comfortable work to life balance is important to us.  Successful applicants will be well supported both during the transition period and beyond, informally and with periodic reviews as required.  We encourage discussion of cases and help with case management where required.

Our opening hours are from 8 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday and Saturday from 8 am to 12 noon.

After hours are from 6 pm to 8 pm weekday evenings, 12 noon to 8 pm Saturday and 8 am to 8 pm Sundays and Public Holidays with a 1 in 5 roster. A veterinary nurse is also rostered for after hour assistance. 

The practice is mainly small animal. We also see a range of wildlife with us having an affiliation with a local wildlife rescue group. Some proficiency with equine is an advantage as may be required after hours.

Kalgoorlie-Boulder is a small vibrant city (population 30 000) with a welcoming and inclusive community located in the southern goldfields of Western Australia where we enjoy a mediterranean climate.  It is surrounded by the Great Western Woodlands.  The woodlands offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures including camping, gold prospecting, motorbike trails and hiking. There are also a huge range of entertainment options within and surrounding the city with something for everyone.

It’s a very sociable city with many places to eat (and drink) with a range of excellent restaurants, bars and cafes. We have many facilities including a 50m indoor swimming pool at the Oasis Recreation Centre, multiple gyms, an entertainment complex at the Goldfields Art Centre where there are regular national and international shows on offer, a world-class golf course, museums and many family friendly parks and gardens.  There is also a lively horse racing industry in Kalgoorlie with regular winter race meetings that the whole city enjoys.  The annual race round is a state-wide attraction with visitors coming from all over to enjoy the events.

There is a huge range of sporting clubs for young and old including basketball, netball, soccer, tennis, cricket, football, triathlon, pony club, speedway and motocross to name a few as well as social clubs, all within a short 15minute drive.  We also boast two reparatory theatres, brass band and a choir if you prefer to be the entertainer. 

There is a choice of exceptional primary and high schools to choose from, both public and private as well as a TAFE and a branch of Curtin University. There is also a large faith-based community with over 15 churches and a mosque.

Mining is the main industry with many service industries to assist. The mining industry also supports the city and along with the local council sponsor a huge range of free fun community events attracting renowned artists for free concerts including E skimo Joe and Kasey Chambers.

The city is highly accessible. It is a 4hour drive south to stunning Esperance on the beautiful southern coast of WA, or a 6hour drive to Perth on the Western coast. The city boasts a major airport with many daily flights to and from Perth. The flight takes around an hour. Not to mention a train service with the Prospector trains travelling between Kalgoorlie and Perth once or twice daily.

For more information or to apply, please contact Dr Marjorie Lukin on 08 9021 6000 or kalanimalhosp@gmail.com

We look forward to your application.

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