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Our RSPCA NSW Sydney Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinarian to join our hospital team. Reporting to the Managing Veterinarian, you will be responsible for ensuring that a high standard of animal care and customer service is provided to our wonderful owners.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinarian to explore opportunities in shelter medicine and animal welfare, while still enjoying the hustle and bustle of a busy small animal practice in Yagoona. 
 
At RSPCA NSW, we value continuing education and can adapt our roster to your skillset. Your development of special interests is not only supported, but also encouraged!
 
This is a full-time position.
 
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.
 
Benefits and Perks 

• Generous discount on products and services, including pet food, retail and vet clinic products and services including 40% Royal Canin Discount for your beloved pets
• 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
• Health & Lifestyle benefits – Access to WHEREFIT Discount Program (activewear, gyms, health supplements, meals and apparel) 
• Paid Community Service leave with SES or Rural Fire Service
• Animal Compassionate Leave
• 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

 
About the Role

• Conducting consultations with private patients in relation to general veterinary services
• Undertake surgical procedures of both private cases and shelter cases
• 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, recognised by the Australasian Veterinary Boards Council, essential
• Minimum 4 years working experience 
• Registration with the Veterinary Practitioners Board of NSW
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills
• Strong work ethic and the ability to be flexible and cope with change
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills
• Have a strong passion for upholding good animal welfare

 
If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you! 
 
Simply click ‘APPLY’ to send in your resume.
 
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 Recruitment team (recruitment@rspcansw.org.au) and identify the type of adjustment or assistance you are requesting.

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