Experienced mixed animal vet wanted to join our awesome team in Romsey.

Fixed Term Contract for 12 months with potential for ongoing work.

Enjoy the benefits of belonging to a leading regional veterinary group.

About us:

Romsey Veterinary Surgery is part of Apiam Animal Health, providing veterinary services to country communities. At Apiam Animal Health we are committed to enriching the lives of animals, people and the communities where we live. We strive to deliver excellence and our vision is healthy animals and happy people.

Located in Romsey, in the heart of the Macedon Ranges, we are a mixed animal veterinary practice that offers the highest possible level of veterinary care, for all animals big and small!

The Romsey Veterinary Surgery is fully equipped to manage medical and surgical cases in the full range of companion animals, equine and livestock. Romsey is a fantastic area in close proximity to Melbourne. It offers the benefits of a quieter, rural lifestyle while being an easy 60-minute commute to the services, entertainment and amenities of Melbourne. It also has a strong sense of community and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering a great balance of work and a high quality of life.

About the position:

• We are looking for a mixed animal veterinarian.
• We treat companion animals as well as sheep, goats, cattle, horses, alpaca and pigs- we see some of everything and are a true mixed animal clinic. Our mix is approximately 80% small animal, 20% large animal.
• We currently see a small percentage of equine clients but have scope to grow this area if you are interested.
• This is a full-time position on a fixed term contract for 1 year (maternity leave coverage). Potential exists for an ongoing position after the year.
• Shared afterhours with 1 night a week and 1 weekend in 4 on call.  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!
• All duties in our clinic are shared equally with the team. We enjoy great teamwork and have a fantastic group of supportive vets and nurses.

About you:

• You are a vet who enjoys the challenge of general practice; comfortable going from vaccinations to working up of more complex cases, to routine surgery.
• You are an experienced mixed animal vet.
• Excellent communication skills with both clients and colleagues and willingness to work as part of a team and a positive “can-do” attitude to enhance patient care and client experience.

What we offer:

Generous salary packages including a base salary of $100,000 + super (depending on experience)

• 4 weeks annual leave per year
• + on call pay and 50% 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
• 5 days paid volunteer leave 
• “Wellness Day” – An extra paid annual leave day! 
• Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme 
• 1 week CE leave
• Generous CPD allowances depending on your development plans

• 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.

How to apply:

Please contact Tess on 0421272184 or email recruitment@apiam.com.au to chat about the position. Otherwise apply here with your cover letter and resume