Our Hunter Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced or recently graduated Veterinarian to join our hospital team on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Managing Veterinarian, you will be responsible for ensuring that a high standard of animal care and customer service is provided in compliance with legal requirements. No experience in shelter medicine is necessary – we will teach you everything!

This is an excellent opportunity for veterinarians to explore opportunities in shelter medicine and animal welfare. Your development of special interests is not only supported, but also encouraged!

Salary is dependent on experience. In addition sponsorship may be offered, however it is dependent on experience.

About RSPCA NSW

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals New South Wales (RSPCA NSW) is a not-for-profit animal welfare organisation. We provide a strong voice for animals experiencing cruelty and neglect. RSPCA NSW is committed to the care and welfare of animals, providing extensive professional facilities, including fully equipped veterinary hospitals and our state-wide shelter network, with approximately 500 staff across NSW to care for animals.

Culture & Benefits

• A broad range of leave entitlements including 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to a range of mental health and wellbeing supportive initiatives, including confidential counselling services and education programs
• Generous discount on products and services, including pet food, retail and vet clinic products and services
• Access to a range of learning and development opportunities that will benefit and support you in your role
• Annual VIN, AVA and ASAVA Membership
• Supportive and experienced team of vets and nurses
• Large and varied caseload comprising of both private and shelter small animal medicine and surgery, animal welfare and some large animal work
• One week of paid CPE leave and course costs
• A large peer network for further development and case discussion with opportunities to further develop your surgical skills

About the Role

• Conducting consultations with private patients in relation to general veterinary services
• Undertake surgical procedures with assistance provided where required
• Provide support to prospective animal adopters and RSPCA NSW Foster Carers
• Provide veterinary services to animals which are subject to cruelty allegations
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and staff members from various departments
• Assist with RSPCA programs when required, including vaccination and desexing programs
• Provide advice and guidance on a wide range of animal welfare matters to members of the public

About you

• Tertiary qualifications as Veterinary Surgeon (essential)
• Experience as a Veterinary Surgeon, although new graduates are encouraged to apply!
• Registration with the Veterinary Practitioners Board of NSW (advantageous)
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Commitment to promoting animal welfare
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to be flexible and cope with change
• Strong interpersonal skills

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you!

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RSPCA NSW is an equal opportunity employer that understands and values the importance of creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a barrier-free recruitment process for people with a disability. If you require an adjustment or assistance during the recruitment process, please contact our HR team and identify the type of adjustment or assistance you are requesting.

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