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Associate Veterinarian – Swan Street Veterinary Clinic
About us:
Swan Street Veterinary Clinic, situated in Melbourne's Inner East, is on the lookout for a dynamic and devoted Associate Veterinarian to work in our clinic.
Join our Veterinary team at Swan Street, where collaborating with our Leadership team is key, and our unwavering dedication is focused on enhancing the well-being of our beloved feline and canine friends. At Swan Street, our clientele prioritizes quality over cost, allowing you to provide top notch medical care. Partnering seamlessly with our highly receptive clientele, you’ll have the opportunity to implement your best veterinary practices.
Our clinic proudly holds ASAVA Accreditation, which recognizes companion animal practices that achieve the highest levels of quality health care and practice management in innovative, state-of-the-art hospital facilities. We are also a part of the ISFM accredited Gold Cat Friendly practice that is designed to reduce the stress for cats and making veterinary visits easier for cat owners as well.
Our long-established clinic thrives with a team of remarkable talent and compassion, comprising 2 accomplished Veterinarians, 5 nurses (including 2 trainee nurses), a dedicated receptionist, and a Practice Manager. Our hallmark lies in the exceptional level of care we provide to both our animal patients and their devoted owners. Our expert nursing team not only excels in their roles but also wholeheartedly supports our Veterinarian team in delivering the highest standards of care.
The Opportunity:
In this pivotal role, you will:
1. 4+ Years experience
2. Administer medical and surgical treatments, prescribe medications, analgesics, and manage general and local anesthesia.
3. Determining the presence and nature of abnormal conditions by physical examination, laboratory testing and through diagnostic imaging techniques including radiography and ultrasound
4. Performing surgery
5. Advising clients on health, nutrition and feeding, hygiene, and care of animals
6. Vets work a 4-day week. We are happy to negotiate flexible working conditions for the right applicant.
At Swan Street Veterinary Clinic, we prioritize continuous learning and professional development. Our team convenes weekly to share knowledge and experiences. As a valued member of our clinic, you'll have access to VetPartners' premier Veterinary Training Centre, where we create a tailored approach to your development and offer a wide array of courses to support your ongoing growth. Additionally, our approachable Regional Manager is always on hand to provide support. It's all about teamwork!
What Awaits You:
·Performance-based pay review after 6 months’ probationary period
·This position can be 25-38 hours per week, depending on your preference
·Supportive management team (Lead Vet, Practice Manager and Regional Manager) to ensure your success
·Prioritizing Mental wellbeing, through our Employee Assistance Program
·Clinic hours are Monday to Friday 7:30am – 7pm and 8.00am – 1.00pm Saturdays– NO Sundays!
·Consultation shifts 9am – 7pm and surgery shifts 8am-5pm
If you're prepared to embark on an exciting career opportunity that resonates with your passion for veterinary medicine, we warmly invite you to apply online or get in touch with Liz for a confidential career conversation. You can contact Liz at