Veterinary Surgeon

Are you looking to practice high quality companion animal medicine in a fun, well-supported environment? Would you like to work in a friendly practice situated in the scenic Mid-North Coast of NSW? Our practice has seen tremendous growth over the last few years and we are looking to expand our team of vets. We aim to offer city- quality service in a semi-rural environment. Our vets are supported by an incredible team of experienced nurses that have been with the practice for between 7 and 20 years (inception of the practice). The practice itself is in a new building (built 2019) with all expected toys. We pride ourselves on teamwork, mutual support, quality service and gold standard work. We strongly support emotional health at work as well as ongoing education and training. We do our utmost to keep working hours reasonable and run to a set booking schedule as much as is possible. We will do whatever is possible to support working parents and understand the importance of time with family and family commitments. Special interest areas are highly encouraged and supported- we would love to support our new vet in whatever aeld they enjoy working in.
If you are enthusiastic, have great communication skills, and can work well with a team, this is the job for you. Experience is less important than enthusiasm, as highly experienced vets are available to support. We can accommodate full or part-time, but willingness to do on-call is essential. The after-hours roster is 1 in 6. Full support will be provided for you if you are a recent graduate. We can accommodate a husband- wife team, and there is an opportunity for buy-in. Salary is well above award, from 85k per annum for new graduates to 120K+ for highly experienced vets with standard entitlements. CPD is well supported, and professional memberships are paid.
Your duties include routine small animal and pocket pet consultations, work-up of medical cases according to standards of care in the industry with treatment plans created as well and small animal surgical work. Surgical duties range from routine lumpectomies, dental work and neuterings to more advances soft tissue surgeries and possible orthopaedic surgeries.
We have an extensive in-house laboratory which will deliver in-house pathology results as well as the expectation of the candidate to perform cytology diagnostics.
At times we would require the candidate to manage the clinic as sole charge veterinarian. You will liaise with the practice management to facilitate the smooth running of a small animal vet hospital.
We also offer orthopaedic surgery and this skill would be an advantage but not a prerequisite.
The Mid-North Coast is a pristine area of incredible natural beauty- beaches, mountains, rivers and lakes we have it all. House prices are still very reasonable and the standard of living is excellent. Taree is a major rural centre with all typical amenities, and our sister hospital is in Tuncurry, a well-known beach-side holiday destination. Port Macquarie and Newcastle are only a short drive away if the urge for cities should strike. We still have a strong sense of belonging and community which adds value to our every day.
If you would like to work for a practice with great support, where you can develop special interests and enjoy an excellent atmosphere, then call Geert Lampen on 0427655139 or e-mail glampen@manningvet.com.au for more information.