Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian Full Time/ Part Time/Locum

Geelong Animal Referral Services • Permanent • Newtown, Victoria, Australia • 10h ago

Geelong Animal Referral Services (GARS)

Position: Emergency and Critical Care Veterinarian Full Time/ Part Time/Locum

We are looking for dynamic ECC clinicians to join the GARS family.

At GARS you will enjoy a diverse high-volume case load in all disciplines with excellent support from two industry leading emergency specialists plus education and support from other department specialists, residents and department specific interns. GARS is completely dedicated to its team, and you will be joining a family where every member is highly valued, supported, rewarded, and cared for.

About Us

GARS is a multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital staffed 24/7 with onsite specialists in surgery internal medicine, emergency and critical care, supported by specialists in oncology and diagnostic imaging, interns, reception and nursing staff.

The GARS vision is to be Victoria’s leading referral centre. We have recruited staff with a view to achieving this goal. The hospital is brand new, purpose built, proudly independent and privately-owned. Located in Newtown Geelong, the hospital occupies a tranquil part of the city, immediately surrounded by beautiful greenspaces, overlooking the Barwon River, Balyang sanctuary and Balyang Golf course. The facility boasts its own private outdoor space with lawns overlooking the golf course and river for our staff and patients to enjoy. It is equipped with four consulting rooms, chemotherapy room, large central treatment area with adjacent nursing station with separate MRI, ultrasound/endoscopy, minimally invasive fluoroscopy and CT suites. Three large operating theatres surround a large central sterile processing zone with separate staff offices, lecture theatre, board room, kitchen and lounge area plus independent cat and dog wards. The waiting room is also a beautiful space with high ceilings and separate waiting areas for dogs and cats.

The hospital equipment is state of the art and includes onsite MRI, CT, Fluoroscopy, Endoscopy, Ultrasound, DR radiography, multiparameter patient monitoring, mechanical ventilators, ECG, blood gas/electrolyte, coagulation, haematology and biochemistry machines.

Our staff are considered experts in their field and industry leaders. We are completely focused on our team, including every current and future member. We are dedicated to ensuring an appropriate work-life balance for all staff, while strongly valuing staff development with generous CPD available to all. We are dedicated to ensuring an appropriate work-life balance for all staff. If you wish to join our team that means you also are driven to achieving the highest possible standards of patient care and wish to work within a facility where staff excel at their job within a fun, inclusive and exceptional workspace.

We are looking for people who truly value teamwork and would like to join the GARS family, determined to take their career to the next level.

About the area

GARS is very fortunate to have the Barwon River, Balyang Golf Course and Balyang Sanctuary with their natural green spaces, including bike and walking paths right on our front doorstep. The popular cafes, restaurants and bars of Pakington street and Geelong CBD are only minutes away. The outstanding wineries and distilleries of the Bellarine peninsula and beautiful beaches of the Surf Coast and famous Great Ocean Road Greater are less than 25minutes away. Transport links are excellent, with the South Geelong train station less than 3kms from the hospital, the Spirit of Tasmania Ferry and Avalon International Airport 15 and 25 minutes from the hospital. Major arterials are also close by, offering fast and easy connections to Melbourne, Victoria’s North, West and South.

About the Emergency & Critical Care Service

The ECC service is run by specialists Dr Nicole Trigg (FANZCVS) and Dr Sarah Haldane (DACVECC). Nicole and Sarah have extensive experience and are passionate about providing exceptional patient care. Nicole and Sarah also aim to provide extensive training and support to staff to allow them to become competent in managing ECC cases. The ECC department specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of those emergent and critical cases with strong support from the surgical, medical and imaging departments.

Position details

· Participation in the ECC roster shifts available include daytime, overnight, weekend and public holiday shifts.

· Guidance and mentorship provided for candidates wanting to sit Membership exams or seeking a Residency position.

· Mentorship and training to improve skills and knowledge within a vibrant emergency team.

· Positions available now

Key Accountabilities for ECC Vets

· Strive to provide clinical excellence in the treatment of all patients

· Seek guidance from senior staff and specialists where appropriate

· Positive collaboration with all hospital departments

· Achieve and maintain amicable relationships with staff from referring practices.

· Represent the hospital and business in a positive and respectful manner

· Complete case-based paperwork diligently and in a timely fashion

· Foster a friendly and unified team environment

About You

You will have the following.

· Registration as a veterinarian in Victoria

· Emergency experience desirable but not absolutely essential.

· Passion for delivering the highest standard of care

· Ability to work as part of a team

· Excellent communication skills

· Strong work ethic and enthusiasm for high caseload

· Effective time management and organisational skills

· Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing education

· Commitment to the culture and values of the business

· Honest, reliable and loyal character

What we can offer you

· Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience

· Opportunity to join a fun, friendly and highly efficient team

· Work in a truly beautiful facility in an enviable location.

· An employer that aims to facilitate work life balance for all staff

· Support to develop your skills and advance your career in Emergency & Critical Care.

· A caring and supportive environment that focuses on staff wellness and positive workplace culture

· Industry leading discounts for staff pets

For further information or to apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to ntrigg@garsvets.com.au and dkeirs@garsvets.com.au

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