• Sick of working long hours in an unsupportive environment?
• Is your daily caseload leaving you feel unfulfilled?
• Want to escape the 'churn and burn' vet wheel that so many are on?

Let me set the scene…

It’s the autumn of 2024 and I am so glad that I took this amazing opportunity 12 months ago.

I had been toying with the idea of moving to the country for a little while, but hadn’t yet taken the leap.

It was a big decision for me, but I trusted my gut!

I wake up to the ocean from my bedroom window in the beachside home (included in my new job!).

I revel in the peacefulness until the call to soak up the outdoors beckons me.

As I lace my shoes, I can see the boats on the water. Walking along the Carnarvon fascine,  I feel the light breeze and the warm sunshine on my face.

 

On returning from my morning walk, with a hot coffee and fresh croissant in hand, I am excited for the day. I know I will be making a difference in so many lives today, a feeling I can’t describe!

I love connecting with my clients and building a fantastic relationship with their pets, and in turn, I feel appreciated.

I am welcomed by my team as I arrive into the clinic and check the schedule for the day. The team has our morning huddle and discuss our ‘wins’, ‘learns’ and ‘intentions’ for the week. The day is mapped out with clarity and I don’t feel overwhelmed with needing to do everything on my own.

 

As I step into my first consult, my client liaison officer has welcomed my client and patient and discussed preventative care. She has gathered history and I can get down to doing what I do best- diagnosing and treating!

Whilst I am examining my patient, my ‘right hander’ is scripting notes as I dictate.  At the end of the consult and after lots of treats,  she books the patient in for their next visit and escorts them to reception for handover.

 

My next case is an interesting one and I enjoy bouncing ideas around with Emma, it’s so much better when you have 2 minds together. We’re able to work out a plan and get started on diagnostics and treatment!

Today, I am keen to jump into surgery. My nurse has already taken bloods and has the patient's meds and fluids set up ready for me to double check. I am confident to sink my teeth into this surgery, knowing that I have backup if anything gets curly.

I am an intelligent, highly qualified veterinarian- but sometimes I forget just how capable I am.

I didn’t need any help with this one and I felt very accomplished when I closed up. My patient recovered well and I know his owners are going to be very pleased with the outcome.

 

Invoicing my surgery cases is easy as there are templates for procedures, so I don’t need to start from scratch.

At midday, I sit down to enjoy my lunch. Some days I go for a drive if I choose, to have that mental reset in the middle of the day. The early afternoon is reserved for hospital cases and typing up my notes, so I don’t feel too pressured.

My afternoon consultations went well and I got to cuddle some cute new puppies- food for the soul!

 

Before I know it, 4pm rolls around and it is time to head home.

Work life balance is so important at Coral Coast Vets. I get home while it is still daylight everyday and have time to go for a drive to the beach in the afternoon.

 

My market haul from the Saturday courtyard markets has all the fresh produce I need to cook a healthy dinner. I have bought some local seafood from up the road.

Tomorrow is my RDO, I get one every week so I don’t burn out. I am heading up to the blow holes for the day, I may spot a turtle or two, the ocean is good for my soul.

In a few weeks, I am taking one of my annual flights to Perth to catch up with friends and do some shopping. Carnarvon is only a 2 hour flight to Perth.

I’ve been wanting to attend the AVA conference for a while now and I am excited to head down later in the year. I can’t wait to network with colleagues and keep up to date with the latest in medications and treatment advances. This is all part of my package at CCVH and I am supported in any CVE I want to keep up with.

I am able to practice the degree I studied so hard to attain and I am feeling confident and content. I know that I will always be supported and not made to feel silly if I don’t quite get something- that’s how we learn and grow, afterall!

I am so glad I gave it a go and made my move to the Gascoyne!

If you’d like this to be your story in 12 months, take a chance and flick Dr Emma an email emma@coralcoastvet.com.au to learn a little more!

 

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