Western Australia

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Pilbara - Karratha - 3 vet small animal practice
Perth - Murdoch University - 12 month Specialty training in Emergency and Critical Care - Veterinary education emphasis
Perth NE - Midland, Wanneroo, Bullsbrook - expanding vet group - small animal vacancy
Perth NE - Belhus - 4 vet equine practice, 1st opinion & stud work
Perth NW - Osborne Park - multivet, SA, ECC, Full Time & Casual
Perth - Applecross - 6 vet, small animal practice
Perth S - Melville - 6 vet small animal practice
Perth Outer S - Warnbro - 2.5 vet small animal practice, full or part time
Perth Outer S - Port Kennedy - 7 vet small animal practice, part time maternity leave cover
Perth Outer S - Port Kennedy - Equine Stud Season position from September
South West WA - On-Farm vacancy for resident stud season vet
South-West WA - Mandurah - 4 vet predominantly small animal practice, full or part time
South-West WA - Halls Head - 8 vet, small animal practice, part time maternity leave cover
South-West WA - Bunbury - 5 vet small animal practice

SOUTH WEST WA - STUD SEASON - RESIDENT VET New Position

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced stud vet to enjoy a fairly quiet stud season as resident vet on one of the leading thoroughbred nurseries in the South West of WA. Currently the position entails managing a band of approximately 50 mares on farm, although there is a possibility of developing the business further. An interest in AI and ET for performance/pleasure horses could be supported and would be encouraged.

The successful applicant will be competent at early pregnancy diagnosis, twin reduction and have experience in basic neonatal care. A good work ethic and pleasant personality is a must, as is the requirement for Australian registration of your degree.

This is a wonderful opportunity for an enjoyable break in one of the loveliest parts of WA. You are 10mins from fantastic beaches, wineries and many of our great tourist destinations.

Accommodation, car and phone will be supplied and support will be offered from the main clinic. A/hrs are negotiable and salary will be commensurate with experience.

Please send your CV to Fiona at ogec@bigpond.com

PORT KENNEDY, STUD SEASON POSITION New Position

Stud Season Equine Reproduction Veterinarian Required

Larkhill Vets are looking for a keen and genuine primarily reproduction horse vet to work in their quality purpose built hospital in Western Australia. We provide the full complement of equine services, operating from a large purpose built equine facility including:

Huge efficient surgical theatre, equipment and recovery
150KV 360° gantry operated xray generator
Eklin and Fuji digital imaging systems
MYLAB 30 diagnostic ultrasound machine
3mt gastroscope/videoendoscope
Array of other video endoscopes and portable xray generators.
Shockwave therapy machine
4 portable reproductive Aloka scanners
Lab facilities
Undercover trot up lanes, round yard, over 30 boxes and yards plus 20 sheltered paddocks.
Separate horse stud/breeding farm (220 acres)
Frozen breeding and embryo transfer programme.
Irap practiced

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Our centre is 45 minutes south of Perth just minutes from fantastic beaches and directly opposite the Larkhill thoroughbred track.

A shared workload with 4 other horse vets involving 4½-5 day weeks, Afterhours are equally shared and incentives paid. Remuneration is generous and above award and negotiable as per experience. Position available from September 2013

Reproduction experience will be viewed favourably.

Please email applications and resumes to equinestaff@larkhillvets.com.au

Or telephone Trevor on 0418 915361 or Heather on 0417 917349.

WARNBRO FULL OR PART TIME

Position available for a full time/part time vet, solely small animals, in a modern practice south of the Swan River in Warnbro.

We're seeking a client motivated, caring and compassionate veterinarian preferably with experience.

Warnbro Veterinary Hospital is a three vet coastal small animal hospital purposely built with a pleasant working environment and good modern equipment. Full in house elaboratory, digital xray setup, colour doppler ultrasound imaging. All lay staff are qualified and registered.

Above average remuneration.

This position would suit a family focused Veterinarian who doesn't want to work for a conglomerate set up and is prepared to work with motivated staff for the well being of all.

A special interest in ultrasonics would be an added advantage.

Apply to the principal, Bruce Moore
Email brucemoore1@bigpond.com cc vetmanager@bigpond.com
Warnbro Veterinary Hospital 655 Safety Bay Road,Warnbro,WA 6169
Phone; (08) 95931797

SOUTH PERTH New Position

FULL TIME EXPERIENCED VET
MINIMUM 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Melville Animal Hospital has been in operation for over 40 years with a loyal client base. We have 24 staff in total including 6 vets and 9 nurses. Many of our staff have returned to work at Melville after overseas travel and maternity leave.

We are looking for a full time staff member to enhance our harmonious team environment. Good all round medical knowledge and soft tissue surgical skills would be essential.

The shifts would include some rotating weekend shifts however our clinic no longer runs after hours emergency care.

Our clinic equipment includes Digital Xray processor, Endoscope, Cardell, and Idexx diagnostics.

We use Rx works computer programme.

Dr Astrid Koenig is a full time veterinarian at Melville Animal Hospital and has a special interest in Pocket Pets. We are very keen to support continued education. Dr Koenig has recently attended Asian Society of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine, Singapore 2012 – Singapore Veterinary Association. She also attended Euro Congress - Small Animal Medicine and Surgery 2011.

Our clinic subscribes to CVE Murdoch and VIN.com.au for further ongoing education and support.

We are an Australian Quarantine Inspection Service accredited veterinary clinic. All veterinarians on staff have AQIS qualifications and are involved in the export of animals overseas. We are involved generally in the relocation of families with their pets.

Please feel free to email any questions you may have to jorowe@melvet.com.au or phone 08 9317 4177

Melville Animal Hospital
34A Roam Road, Melville, WA 6156
www.melvet.com.au

HALLS HEAD - PART TIME New Position

We are looking for an experienced vet to fill a maternity leave part time position from September, 2013 for a negotiable period in our busy 8 vet small animal hospital in Mandurah, WA.

Coastal city 40 minutes south of Perth, relaxed lifestyle, great waterways, excellent schools and quality shopping.

Established practice is well equipped, has interesting caseloads and an excellent clientele.

The position involves working 3 days a week, plus every fifth Sunday.

Remuneration is commensurate with experience.

For further information or to apply, please contact Julia Gendle via email: juliagendle@gmail.com.

Halls Head Small Animal Clinic, 12 Peelwood Parade, Halls, Head, WA

PERTH - SMALL ANIMAL VACANCY

A position is available for an experienced full time vet in a progressive practice with extensive in-house blood facilities, digital x-ray system and access to ultrasound and endoscopic equipment.

We are looking for a small animal vet with Integrity, Enthusiasm, Excellence and Compassion to work in a fantastic team environment. We are building our practices following best practice principles and are looking for someone who will build terrific client relations.

The roster is on a 4 day week with weekends rotated between other vets. Salary will be according to experience.

We have hospitals in Wanneroo, Midland and Bullsbrook with 1-4 vets on each day and need an enthusiastic and motivated vet capable of working by themselves and with others.

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Please direct all enquiries to chrisvet@iinet.net.au
Phone enquiries to Christine on 0423 336 208 or Liz on 08 9274 3299

www.midlandvet.com.au

Midland Veterinary Hospital
Bullsbrook Veterinary Hospital
Drovers Veterinary Hospital
Valley Equine Veterinary Centre

SWAN VALLEY - EQUINE STUD SEASON New Position

PERTH NORTH - EQUINE PRACTICE

Full-Time or Seasonal Equine Vet Required for 2013 Breeding Season

Location: Swan Valley, Perth, WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Type of Practice: Equine

Description: Due to the rapid expansion of both the stud and surgical caseload, an additional vet with preferably some experience is required to join the team at Belvoir on either a seasonal or full-time basis. Set on 60 acres of river frontage in the heart of Perth’s horse population, 20 minutes from the city and beaches. This purpose built equine clinic has been open for 13 years and currently has 3 vets, including an ECVS surgeon, four nurses, receptionist and an office administrator. The practice services some of Western Australia’s leading studs, trainer, and performance and pleasure horse owners. The work is 60% pleasure, racetrack and performance horses and 40% stud. The applicant would be required to have suitable stud experience and help assist the clinic’s reproduction unit, including all aspects of breeding, mare management, AI, chilled and frozen, as well as stallion collection and assessment for chilled and frozen semen evaluation. This is an opportunity to work on neonatal and adult ICU cases with guidance from senior clinicians if required. The applicant would also be required to carry out 1st opinion work including lameness, medicine, radiology and assist with gaseous anaesthesia for example.

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The practice is perhaps unique in its closeness to the city and beaches, ideally positioned in a heavily populated horse area, close to major studs, and set amongst one of WA’s major wine growing and tourist areas.

After Hours: Shared equally.

Remuneration: A very attractive package, commensurate with experience, generous vehicle allowance and study leave with an emphasis on continuing education.

Contact: Dr Chris Gales
Mobile: 0418 940 377
Phone: 08 9296 6666
Fax: 08 9296 6377
Email: gales.ascot@bigpond.com
www.belvoirequineclinic.com.au
Belvoir Equine Clinic
Lot 158 West Swan Road
Belhus
WA 6069

PORT KENNEDY - MATERNITY LEAVE COVER

Our practice is a large facility that is staffed by 8 vets and a wonderful team of nurses and kennel hands. We firmly believe in providing our patients with an exceptional level of care. We have regular visits by specialist surgeons and ultra-sonographers.

We pride ourselves on our customer service and excellent standard of patient care and aim to provide a caring and rewarding workplace for our staff.

We are looking for someone for a maternity leave contract starting in May and working into the beginning of 2014. The ideal applicant will have a minimum of 2 years experience, want to work in small animal medicine and have the desire to continue to learn and practice "best medicine". They will be flexible, pro-active and able to easily change pace on a day to day basis.

A high level of communication skills, both verbal and written is essential. Efficiency and good time management skills are a must as are interpersonal skills with clients, patients and other staff.

As mentioned previously experience in a small animal veterinary practice (dogs, cats, rabbits, birds and occasional reptiles) is a must.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a well-established, friendly, caring practice that will encourage your growth as a "best practices" doctor.

For consideration please send your resume along with a cover letter briefly outlining your experience and salary requirements to sheena.pkvh@gmail.com. No calls or drop ins will be considered.

MURDOCH UNIVERSITY, PERTH New Position

Murdoch University
School of Veterinary and Life Sciences
12 month Specialty Training - Veterinary Education Emphasis
(Graduate Diploma in Education - Tertiary and Adult G1025)

12 month Specialty training in Emergency and Critical Care - Veterinary education emphasis.

We are inviting applications for a training program in the above discipline. The Specialty Training Program with a Veterinary Education Emphasis is a year-long training program in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Murdoch University in Western Australia. The training program offers experience in a specialty discipline with an emphasis on veterinary education with concurrent enrollment in a Graduate Diploma in Tertiary and Adult Education (G1025).

This position would suit a veterinary graduate with some experience in emergency practice interested in training in a university setting or pursuing a residency. The trainee will have close supervision and will be encouraged to pursue scholarly endeavors that compliment the program, such as public speaking and publication. Candidates should have a strong commitment to veterinary education and specialty training at the clinical and postgraduate level. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

A tax - free stipend of $25,000 is offered to the student enrolled full-time in the Graduate Diploma. Tuition fees for the graduate program will be paid. Application is restricted to candidates with Australian and New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency status unless the candidate can pay International Student Fees that would apply. Applicants must have a veterinary degree that can be registered in Western Australia.

The program begins in July 2013 with a Semester 2 start. Enquiries and applications can be forwarded to Dr Melissa Claus by email m.claus@murdoch.edu.au. Applications close May 24th, 2013 or until the position is filled. A letter of intent, current CV, copy of academic transcripts and names of three referees should be included. Candidates are chosen after a competitive selection process.

KARRATHA

Full Time Veterinary Surgeon Required - Pilbara Western Australia

Do you want to be the best vet you can be? Then read on ….

We are a busy small animal hospital needing an enthusiastic colleague with a long term view.

The ideal applicant will have at least 2 years’ experience especially in small animal medicine and surgery.

We are a modern, fully computerised hospital with digital Xrays, full Idexx, Endoscopy, Ultrasound and more.

Our fully equipped surgery allows for both soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries.

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Our clients are great allowing us to work cases up thoroughly and do some very complex and interesting surgeries.

The successful applicant will receive mentorship from a very experienced vet manager and will receive support from a number of vets with different specialities from within our group.

The area allows for amazing 4x4 driving, fishing, diving, snorkelling and bush walking.

Subsidised accommodation available as is the use of the practice boat.

This is a great opportunity to join the largest veterinary group in Western Australia.

Please email your CV to Celeste@rickfennygroup.com

MANDURAH FULL OR PART TIME

Full-time/Part-time Vet Required - Mandurah WA

Coastal Veterinary Clinic in Mandurah requires a full-time/part-time Veterinarian to join our team of 4 vets/7 nurses.

We are a well equipped, predominately small animal clinic, with well trained, co-operative staff and a great working environment.

Some weekend work required.

For immediate start email your resume to:
coastalvetswa@gmail.com
Attention: Angela Stevenson

BUNBURY New Position

FULL TIME VETERINARY POSITION VACANT

Harradine and Associates Veterinary Hospital in Bunbury Western Australia requires a full time associate veterinarian. The position is a for a small animal clinician to work with 5 other vets with a 4 day week and weekends and afterhours shared in an approximately 1:8 rota. Remuneration is at above AVA and award levels and we also pay AVA membership, Vet Surgeon’s Board fees, PI insurance and all expenses relating to 1 domestic conference per year.

Our hospital is a purpose built, well equipped and friendly facility with good levels of equipment including IDEXX in house lab, CR digital radiography, colour Doppler ultrasound, Surgivet anaesthetic monitor, IM3 dental equipment and Rx works software. Special interests and post grad development are encouraged, and our vets have existing qualifications and special interests in avian medicine and surgery, alternative therapies and small animal surgery. The hospital is busy, with a diverse and interesting caseload.

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Bunbury is W.A’s second city, with a coastal lifestyle, good dining and entertainment, and is close to both Perth and the South West wine and tourism region.

A vet with experience would be preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply. To apply, and for further details, please send your CV to michaelrae@animed.com.au or gharradine@animed.com.au

APPLECROSS New Position

Full time Veterinarian

We are looking for an experienced full time veterinarian. Our clinic is a busy small animal practice in Perth, WA. We have a strong focus on small animal reproduction but offer full medical and surgical services. We still run our own after-hours service. All of our nurses are qualified and experienced.

Minimum of two years fulltime experience in a multi veterinarian small animal hospital is essential. Remuneration is negotiable but will be above award rates and commensurate with qualifications, experience and demonstrated ability.

Please forward all applications in writing to the Dr Steven Metcalfe by mail to PO Box 891, Canning Bridge WA 6153 or email steve@applecrossvet.com.au

OSBORNE PARK - FULL TIME & CASUAL

Perth Veterinary Specialists (www.perthvetspecialists.com.au) is a leading, multidisciplinary private referral practice located in Osborne Park, in the inner Northern suburbs. On site are specialists in surgery, medicine, oncology, imaging and dermatology.

PVS Emergency Care is our recently launched emergency facility operating from the same location, caring for our diverse range of hospitalised patients, as well as seeing cases requiring after-hours veterinary treatment from local practitioners and the general public. Our aim is to provide competent, compassionate and affordable veterinary emergency care.

We are looking to expand our team of veterinarians, with both casual and full time senior roles available. Individuals will be required to care for hospitalised patients (including those under the care of specialist departments) in addition to seeing emergency cases as they present to the clinic. You will need to have excellent clinical, communication and teamwork skills, but also show initiative and ability to work under pressure. Senior vets will be expected to lead and direct junior vets and nurses on shift.

In working at PVS Emergency Care, you will have the opportunity to work in a large, cohesive team in a practice that treats some of Perth’s most interesting and challenging cases.

Previous emergency experience is not a prerequisite. A mix of night and weekend shift work will be required.
Salary will be commensurate with experience. Flexible work packages will be considered.

For further information, please contact Dr Neal O'Connor via email (ecadmin@perthvetspecialists.com.au). All applications will be treated as confidential.

Applications should include a cover letter (outlining your experience), current CV and contact details for three referees.

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