Non - General Practice Vacancies:
Industry, University, Internships, Specialist, Wildlife/Exotic

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SE Qld - Plasvacc Pty - Enthusiastic & Entrepreneurial veterinarian to manage plasma production facility
Sydney SW - University of Sydney - Registrar (Livestock)
Sydney - Rotating internship
Sydney - Small animal medical internship
Canberra - Opportunity for small animal specialists in new hospital
Canberra - RSPCA Wildlife clinic, multi vet
VIC, Werribee - University of Melbourne - General Practice Vet - maternity leave

CANBERRA, WILDLIFE CLINIC

Veterinarian - Wildlife

RSPCA ACT is seeking the services of a veterinarian to work in our wildlife clinic. The RSPCA ACT wildlife clinic is a unique clinic, offering support to more than 3,000 native animals annually. RSPCA ACT is the only licensed wildlife care organisation in the ACT.

Our focus is firmly on the welfare of the animal and the clinic would offer a new graduate or an experienced vet an ideal mix of diagnostic, clinical and practical opportunities. The clinic is well equipped with the latest equipment and is supported by a number of other vets, vet nurses and experienced wildlife staff and volunteers.

The salary will be in line with, or above the animal care and veterinary services award expectations as we are willing to offer that little bit extra for the right person. Working hours will be Sunday to Thursday with an expected workload of 38 hours per week, with no after hours work. We are also willing to consider a part time opportunity.

So if you want to make a difference to native animals in need this is the job for you.

Enquiries to Ms Debbie Hartley, Manager Corporate Services, 02 6287 8103. Or send a resume to employment@RSPCA-act.org.au

KALBAR, SOUTH EAST QUEENSLAND New Position

Entrepreneurial Veterinarian
Production Manager Position

Plasvacc is a leading global manufacturer of APVMA & USDA licensed hyperimmune plasma products for the canine and equine veterinary markets in Australia and North America.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and entrepreneurial veterinarian to be responsible for, and manage our production facility at Kalbar in South East Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

Management of all aspects of plasma production including staff training, animal welfare, production scheduling etc.
Working with the sales and marketing group to formulate technical information to develop and grow profitable plasma sales
Liaison with the Chief Scientific Officer to assist with research & development projects.
Contact with the regulatory authorities regarding product registrations and product compliance.
The opportunity to provide technical assistance to veterinarians in the field and at conferences and field events.
Attendance at selected Australian and USA veterinary conferences.
Assistance at Plasvacc's Central Californian production facility
Liaison with Key Opinion Leaders and various Universities and student groups across our market areas

This is an exciting opportunity for a progressive, experienced, registered veterinarian with an interest /qualifications in immunology to develop a career outside the normal paradigm of working in a clinical situation.

We are willing to offer a remuneration package that will recognize and reward innovative thinking and action.

For more information and a confidential discussion please contact Andrew Macarthur on 07 5463 7600 or mob 0408 767 069 or forward your resume to amacarthur@plasvacc.com

All replies will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY - REGISTRAR - LIVESTOCK New Position

VETERINARY REGISTRAR (Livestock)
LIVESTOCK VETERINARY TEACHING AND RESEARCH UNIT
FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE - CAMDEN
REFERENCE NO. 1983/1111

Varied role encompassing clinical, teaching, and research work
Based in Camden
Full-time fixed term, remuneration package: $100K-$109K p.a. which includes leave loading and 17% super)

The Livestock Veterinary Teaching and Research Unit based at Camden provides clinical training to veterinary students and residents in livestock medicine, surgery, and population health and production. The unit provides clinical veterinary services for local livestock producers, and consultancy services on a local, national and international level. The ethos of the unit is to investigate and problem solve, hence applied clinical research is an integral component of our clinical practice.

Under the direction of the Director of Livestock Services you will:

provide veterinary services including diagnosis and treatment of primary acre and referral patients, and routine health and production services of ruminant producers
ensure all client services are provided at a high standard including accurate and timely billing, record keeping, vehicle stock control and client follow-up
practice and promote professional standards of biosecurity, to track and keep abreast of potential infectious disease outbreak
independently promote expansion of the clientele of the lVS and range of services offered to clients and producers
contribute to teaching and research activities
participate in after hours and weekend rosters.

To be successful in the position you will:

hold a veterinary degree registrable in NSW and possess substantial experience in cattle/small ruminant veterinary practice
be a member of the A&NZVS Medicine of Dairy Cattle, Medicine of Beef Cattle, Animal Nutrition or Epidemiology
have a driver’s licence

Prior teaching and research experience, as well as experience in embryo transfer, pregnancy testing, dairy herd health management/consultancy, and bovine ultrasound are highly desirable.

The position is full-time fixed-term for 2 years, with the possibility of further renewals. Take your career to the next level in this supportive friendly environment where your contribution to clinical services and students education will be valued.

All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply. General enquiries can be directed to Fang Zhou on (02) 8627 1235.

Remuneration package: $100,413 - $109,394 p.a. (which includes a base salary of $84,851 - $92,440 p.a., leave loading and 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

CLOSING DATE: 17 February 2012

The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged.

SYDNEY NORTH WEST - ROTATING INTERNSHIP New Position

SASH SASH

Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) - Rotating Internship

SASH is based in North Ryde, about 15 kilometres from Sydney’s CBD. With core values of excellence, compassion, responsibility, respect, integrity and communication we are highly respected and enjoy a strong referral base. Last year we almost doubled in size as a result of the acquisition of a nearby referral hospital. We also established three new referral services and as a result we now have services, specialists and consultants in Ophthalmology, Small Animal Surgery, Feline Medicine, Canine Medicine, Small Animal Medicine, Oncology, Dermatology, Cardiology, Dentistry, Neurology and Anaesthesia. All services operate with an integrated team approach to cases. The hospital is modern and purpose built with an excellent after hour’s service, CR and DR digital radiology, CT, ultrasound, PACS server, endoscopy, fluoroscopy and in-house laboratory. SASH prides itself on high standards in all aspects of staffing with exceptional nurses and administrative staff. In the last year we have built a new wing to the hospital to accommodate the growth in services and staff.

One of our 4 rotating internship positions is becoming available for a very motivated veterinarian.

This 12-month, full-time position will involve supporting the large multidisciplinary team of specialists, registrars and residents. The intern will rotate through all services over the year including an option to work in emergency and critical care.

Ideally you will have had at least 12 months experience in general practice before applying. You would be responsive to instruction and focus driven in completing tasks in a set time. Hours of work will be mainly weekdays with some afterhours and weekend duties. Salary is commensurate with award rates.

Applications addressed to Dr James Radecki, close February 20, 2012. The successful applicant would be expected to start by the beginning of April 2012. Visit our website: www.sashvets.com

James Radecki (Practice Manager)
james.radecki@sashvets.com
PO Box 157
North Ryde
NSW, 1670
02 9889 0289

SYDNEY NORTH WEST - MEDICAL INTERNSHIP New Position

SASH SASH

Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) - Medical Internship

An exciting new position is available for a motivated veterinarian to work as a medical intern at the Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH).

This 12-month, full-time position will involve supporting the team of 5 medical specialists and 4 medical registrars.

You would have completed a rotating internship and passed or be enrolled in a MANZCVSc (or equivalent) in internal medicine. You would be familiar with working in a fast paced referral hospital, be capable of working individually or work under instruction. You would know the importance and be capable in writing clear and concise records and communications with clients and referring vets. Hours of work will be mainly weekdays with some afterhours and weekend duties. Salary is commensurate with award rates.

Applications addressed to Dr James Radecki, close February 20, 2012. The successful applicant would be expected to start by the beginning of April 2012. Visit our website: www.sashvets.com

James Radecki (Practice Manager)
james.radecki@sashvets.com
PO Box 157
North Ryde
NSW, 1670
02 9889 0289

UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE - MATERNITY LEAVE - GENERAL PRACTICE VET New Position

VETERINARIAN - GENERAL PRACTICE

Faculty of Veterinary Science, Veterinary Hospital (Werribee), The University of Melbourne

Salary: $57,351 - $77,825 p.a. plus 9% superannuation

Do you love private practice and enjoy working as part of a large team? Do you want access to all of the “toys”? Is the thought of assisting in the education of undergraduate students appealing? Do we have the job for you - a practitioner in the University Hospital General Practice.

The University of Melbourne community practice is a busy Veterinary practice. Our team of 4.5 Vets enjoys many varied cases and is able to practice high quality veterinary medicine. We also perform basic surgeries, dentistry etc. An interest in pocket pets would be an advantage.

A maternity leave position is available, commencing in approximately April 2012. Recent graduates are welcome to apply.

Employment Type: Full-time (Fixed Term) position available for 12 months

Enquiries only to: Leonie Richards, Tel +61 3 9731 2000, Email: leonier@unimelb.edu.au

Close date: 5 February 2012

For position information and to apply online go to www.hr.unimelb.edu.au/careers, click on ‘Job Search’ and search under the job title or job number 0026660.

CANBERRA - SMALL ANIMAL SPECIALISTS

Small Animal Specialists

The Animal Emergency Centre Canberra (AECC) invites expressions of interest from small animal specialists wishing to operate from brand new hospital facilities in Canberra. Various options are available for specialists to use the facilities through the day (such as sessional rates, salary, or leasing).

The practice is owned by 22 local veterinarians and provides an afterhours emergency service for all of Canberra and surrounding region (population >350,000). AECC has been operating in Canberra since 2003 and has recently moved to centrally located purpose designed hospital premises. The extensive facilities and equipment are of a high standard.

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The hospital is currently only open nights, weekends and public holidays with all patients referred back to their usual veterinarian during regular business hours. An opportunity exists for one or more specialists to operate from the premises throughout the daytime.

Please contact Dr Geoff Hooper:
Phone: 0409 718 178 or
Email: gahooper@bigpond.net.au

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Non - General Practice Vacancies: Industry, University, Internships, Specialist, Wildlife/Exotic