AddressFraser Coast Veterinary Services is made up of our main clinic in Maryborough and our branch clinic in Howard. We are a long established vet surgery that is well respected in the community.
Our team is made up of 4 vets with a mixture of experience and is supported by an experienced nursing team. Our nurses work hard to make the day run as smoothly as possible and are hands on in assisting the vets with cases. The senior vets hold an ANZCVS membership in surgery and a post grad qualification in Emergency and Critical Care and enjoy working collaboratively, being approachable and love discussing cases.
We pride ourselves on creating a friendly and welcoming clinic environment. We genuinely feel our clinic is a lovely place to come to work and we enjoy sharing our successes as a team. We celebrate our achievements, discuss our challenges and always strive to support each other.
We believe in looking after the wellbeing of our staff and are part of the cohort for the new AVA Thrive initiative which is a wellness action that aims to support veterinary staff to lead satisfying, prosperous, and healthy careers.About the position:- Small Animal Only, predominantly based at the main Maryborough surgery.
- Experienced or recent graduate vets are welcome to apply.
- Full time position but in an attractive 4-day week, with an extra day off following a rostered weekend. However we can look at part time work as well – We are open to all options that make the position great for you.
- Shared Afterhours with 1 night a week and 1 weekend in 6 on call (though all calls go through our Vet Triage team which means the nurses take the calls and only ring you if needed and deposit has been taken)
- You will be part of a well-established team of 4 vets, with 2-3 vets rostered in clinic on any given day. Our experienced vets are always available over the phone or to assist.
- Supported by an experienced nursing team, including a nurse rostered for all on call shifts.
- A varied case load which can be adjusted to your special interests.
- A well-equipped clinic with a great range of toys– digital radiology (diagnostic and dental), ultrasound, a full in-house laboratory suite (including Idexx Procyte, Catalyst, iStat, Sedivue, Imagyst and coags), anaesthetic monitoring equipment, Bair Huggers & Tono Vet.
You are an experienced or recent graduate small animal general practitioner. You are a vet who enjoys the challenge of general practice; comfortable going from vaccinations to working up more complex cases, to routine surgery. You have an enthusiasm for offering excellent patient care and client experiences.
As a recent graduate you want to join a team where you will benefit from our experienced staff and our supportive culture. If you are an experienced vet, you enjoy working collaboratively and have an openness to sharing your knowledge. You want to take advantage of our team, facilities and company opportunities to advance your career.
You want to be part of a team that values everyone's wellbeing and continue to promote our positive clinic environment.
What we can offer:Generous salary packages including a base salary for 3+ years experienced vets of $90,000-120,000 + super (depending on experience)
- 4 weeks annual leave per year
- + on call pay and 50% of professional fees
As well as additional benefits of up to $20,000 to help you manage your work-life balance including:
- VSB Registration and memberships supported
- VetEducation membership
- "Wellness Day" – An extra paid annual leave day
- Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme
- 1 week CE leave
- Various retail, travel, and service discounts through our Flare app such as discounted gym memberships
- Fantastic clinic discounts for your pets.
As part of Apiam Animal Health, Australia's largest rural and regional mixed and production animal veterinary group, we offer considerable opportunities for training, personal development and career progression. Opportunities to gain extra skills by spending time in other clinics within our Apiam network are encouraged, and we offer industry-leading internal training as well as genuine support for your career progression.
New and Recent graduates also benefit from Apiam's Graduate Development Program. We recognize that the transition to practice can be a challenging time. This program includes monthly support webinars with the Lincoln Institute, a mentor program and the "Grad Retreat" which provides practical seminars and workshops to help fast track your skills.
About the location:Fraser Coast Veterinary Services is located on the beautiful Fraser Coast in Queensland, approximately 3 hours north of Brisbane and 2 hours from the Sunshine Coast. Live in a beautiful regional location with close access to the popular Queensland coastal areas of Fraser Island, Burrum Heads, Hervey Bay and Rainbow Beach. Maryborough has a charming blend of historical significance, community spirit, access to essential services and amenities and nature on your doorstep. Find out more about the Fraser Coast here:
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