Practice Manager | South Eastern Animal Hospital

We are looking for an experienced veterinary nurse to join our friendly team in a combined nursing and practice management role.  

As our Practice Manager you will be actively providing leadership and guidance to a team that is devoted to providing the highest standards of veterinary care.  

About the role:  

• Managing the day-to-day operational requirements of running a veterinary clinic in conjunction with the clinic directors 
• Payroll , HR (including staff performance reviews, support & professional development), financial  record keeping & monitoring.
• Rostering & staff coordination to meet clinic needs
• Supporting the team to ensure there is strong communication amongst all and motivating the team to meet their goals
• Coordinate monthly staff meetings and follow up.
• Client liaison including feedback & complaints 
• Marketing & Public relations including keeping the website & social media up to date 
• Recruitment and induction of new team members
• Develop and implement Work Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legislation
• Develop and improve the clinic processes and procedures
• Coordinating repairs and maintenance

About you:  

• Excellent time management & organisational skills 
• Great rapport building with both colleagues and clients
• Adaptable and have the ability to support change within the team and clinic

This position is full, offering 38 hours per week. We are a very supportive team with a strong focus on continuing education, offering  learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.  

This will be the job for you if:  

• Looking to take your nursing career to the next level
• Excel at customer service and have strong communication skills
• A desire to share you knowledge and skills with the newer nurses on the team
• Have a caring nature and can-do attitude
• Love learning new things
• Want a friendly and supportive team
• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification
• Plus 3-5 year’s experience

You will enjoy working with us because:  

• We love to have fun!
• You’ll get to do all the cool stuff – x-rays, catheters, bloods, dentals, assist vets in consults, surgery and more!
• Salary above award
•  Professional development 
• Some of the equipment  and services we provide are radiography, dental x-ray, and state of the art IDEXX machines.
• No afterhours, Sundays or public holidays
• Shared Saturday roster

If you feel you are the right fit we encourage you to send your resume and cover letter to  

Jess Pearson: ************@vetpartners.net.au