Ballarat Veterinary Practice – Equine Ambulatory Veterinarian

Compassion  |  Respect  |  Professionalism  |  Teamwork

100% equine role | Full time position

Motivated, driven, outgoing, and passionate about equine medicine? Raise your hand if that’s you!

We are seeking a full-time Equine Ambulatory Vet to join our team.

Who are we?

 The Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine Clinic is a privately owned practice renowned for our expertise in equine medicine, surgery and diagnostic imaging.  The clinic was established in 1945 and is one of the largest and most experienced equine hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere.

 The Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine Clinic provides complete care for sport and pleasure horses, and we have dedicated equine surgical specialists, plus a team of veterinarians working in an ambulatory and hospital bound capacity.

What are we looking for?

 Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine Clinic currently has a vacancy for an Equine Ambulatory Veterinarian at our sister clinic in Warrnambool where an experienced team of equine vets offer dedicated equine veterinary services across southwest Victoria.

Warrnambool has great opportunities for racehorse work and a strong country racing community with the May Racing Carnival and Jericho Cup as highlights and many other racing events throughout the year.

Duties will involve a full range of equine ambulatory responsibilities, including medicine, lameness exams and workups, surgeries such as stitch-ups and castrations, wound management, dentals, eye exams, health and husbandry advice, race meetings and reproduction work during season. Potential to develop in racehorse work.

We are looking for veterinarian with 1+ years of experience in the equine field, or a veterinarian with mixed-practice experience who is seeking a move into an equine only role.  We will also consider applications from confident post-internship equine veterinarians.

Skills and experience is important but ultimately, we are looking for someone who is motivated and driven, and fits in really well with our team.

What can we offer you?

Our team is solid, so opportunities like this don’t come along often.  We value work/life balance and so there’s some flexibility in hours available in this full-time position as you can choose to complete either a 4-day work week or a 9-day fortnight.  There’s also a fair rota through after hours, with a 1:5 arrangement.

You’ll join a team of five equine vets with a large knowledge base and we pride ourselves on the support, mentoring, training opportunities and other benefits we provide to our team.  We offer considerable opportunities for training, personal development and career progression by providing industry-leading internal training as well as genuine support for your career progression.

Along with the vehicle, phone and laptop that come with the package, we provide loads of other great benefits including:

• Membership and VSB Registration paid
• Five days paid volunteer leave
• “Wellness Day” – An extra paid annual leave day!
• Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme
• Access to an online resource library
• Genuine paid support for CE
• Plus, various retail, travel, and service discounts

Warrnambool is a fantastic place to live with its coastal location offering beautiful beaches and a perfect place for outdoor activities. The city has a vibrant community with a rich cultural scene. It also boasts excellent amenities such as schools, healthcare facilities and recreational areas, making it an ideal place for families. The regional nature makes it excellent for those seeking a balanced lifestyle. Find out more about the area here: https://visitwarrnambool.com.au/

Find out more about us here: https://www.facebook.com/swequine/

For more information and a detailed position description, or to apply, please contact HR Manager, Claire McAteer via careers@bvp.com.au

• Must be registerable to practice in Victoria, Australia (non-registerable veterinarians will not be considered) Please click HERE for more information
• Must be eligible to apply for a visa to live and work in Australia which includes relevant police and medical checks
• Previous experience in an equine ambulatory role will be highly regarded

About Ballarat Veterinary Practice

The Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine Clinic was established in 1945 and is one of the largest and most experienced equine hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere. We are renowned for our expertise in equine surgery and sports medicine, and offer both primary and referral consultations, as well as a full range of racetrack and on-farm services.

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