Description
Compassion | Respect | Professionalism | Teamwork
The Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine clinic is a 14-vet privately owned practice based on the edge of the Ballarat Turf Club Racing & Training Centre, where 800 horses are trained, and 36 race meetings are held each year. There is also a large standardbred population, with 40 meetings held per year at the local harness track. The clinic provides a hospital based surgical and imaging referral service, and is the base for the ambulatory services provided to the racetrack and general equine clients in the surrounding district.
The hospital also has an internship program with four interns currently employed. The practice conducts regular visits to neighbouring racing regions and has a satellite five-vet equine clinic based in Warrnambool.
The position available is for a member of the racetrack and ambulatory team, which provides service to all breeds of horses from thoroughbreds, standardbreds and sport horses, through to pleasure horses and ponies in the district.
As well as racing stable work, typical general practice equine work is also undertaken including lameness assessment, dentistry, lacerations, reproductive work including ultrasound scanning, field colic assessment and all general veterinary equine work. Due to the size of the practice and level of experience there is strong support for our ambulatory veterinarians at all times.
The practice has three specialist surgeons available for consultation and assistance with referral of cases. The clinic has full surgical facilities, ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, scintigraphy and standing MRI facilities and the ability to house up to 28 horses.
Remuneration is dependent on experience, however the package starts at $110,000 which includes base salary, superannuation, and an estimate of extra after-hours commissions, as well as a car and phone for business and reasonable personal use. Also included in the remuneration package is Australian Veterinary Association membership and an annual Continuing Education stipend of $2,000 per annum. We support and encourage applicants to pursue certificate and membership qualifications. We also assist with visa applications and relocation logistics, including a relocation allowance of $1,500.
Ballarat is a thriving regional city, rich in history and culture. It is the perfect place to settle with all of the convenience of city life, but with postcard-perfect scenic beauty, and less hustle and bustle than Melbourne - while still only being an hour and a half drive from all Melbourne has to offer. With highly sought-after private schools, and excellent health care, Victoria's largest inland city has everything you need.
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Requirements
This role involves direct animal handling and standing for extended periods. Applicants must be able to safely perform the physical requirements of the role, with or without reasonable adjustments.
Successful applicants should be graduates with at least two years’ experience, preferably in a similar role. Newly graduated interns would be considered.
Visa and migration support is available for the right candidate; however, please note that only veterinarians eligible for registration in the state of Victoria, Australia will be considered for this position.
Weekends and after-hours responsibility is shared equally between members of the ambulatory team with the normal rotation being one weekend every four weeks. Duties will involve all ambulatory services as outlined above and also attending both thoroughbred and harness race meetings as the official veterinarian.
