Companion Animal Vet – Fur Life Vet Bunbury

Our ‘Why’:

• To provide a high standard of care for our patients and provide an important service to the local community of Bunbury.
• To work together as a team to achieve a great work place and work/life balance for all our staff.

About us:

Fur Life Vet Bunbury (Harradine and Associates Veterinary Surgeons) has an exciting opportunity for a small animal vet to join our established hospital and team.

Our hospital has been locally operated for over 5o years and is an important part of the local community. We have a great team of vets and nurses and a great client base. We aim to provide a high standard of medical and surgical knowledge and treatment to our patients in a friendly, compassionate hospital environment.

Fur Life Vet Bunbury consists of our companion animal hospital and equine hospital. Our companion animal hospital in Bunbury is a large purpose-built veterinary hospital with all the expected modern equipment including DR radiography, in house laboratory, im3 dental gear and x-ray, endoscopes, ultrasound and orthopaedic equipment. We also have a nearby branch clinic in Dalyellup.

Bunbury is a large regional coastal city without the Perth hustle and bustle but only 2 hours away from all the capital city services. We have fantastic schools to choose from, good retail, entertainment, and sporting facilities. For those who appreciate wine and gourmet produce, we are within easy reach of the Margaret River region.

About the Position:

• Companion Animal Veterinarian
• No on call
• Option for Drive in/Drive out role from Perth with Accommodation provided in Bunbury
• We are looking for an experienced vet to join the team but recent graduates are welcome to apply
• Full time position with a 4-day work week or Part time position and flexible work arrangements around your requirements.
• A strong support team working across our main hospital and smaller branch clinic.
• Our vets have special interests in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, avian medicine, alternate therapies and rehab therapy. We receive referrals in these fields from surrounding clinics. We cover most work in clinic but have the option of referral to Perth if required.
• Opportunity to improve orthopaedic surgical skills under the tuition of an experienced vet
• Opportunity to move into a leadership position with the support of Apiam’s Leadership Development Program

About You:

Our ideal candidate will want to work in a hands-on clinic to get in and hone their skills. They will want to focus on furthering their vet career by taking the initiative in learning from our experienced team, Apiam’s opportunities for development and the large and varied caseload. Or, they have experience and are wanting to move into a leadership position. They will want to work in an interesting location not far from a major centre with no on call and enjoy the lifestyle our area offers. Contact us to discuss what your perfect position looks like!

Remuneration and Apiam perks: 

Remuneration package to reflect our ‘Why’ with a commitment to work-life balance incentives including:

Competitive salary package

• Accommodation provided for drive in/drive out role or 3-6 months accommodation provided when moving to the area to allow you to find your own accommodation.
• VSB Registration and memberships supported
• VetEducation membership
• 1 week of study leave (pro rata for part time)
• Generous CPD allowances depending on your development plans

As well as the following wellness incentives so you can take care of your health and wellbeing:

• 5 days paid volunteer leave (pro rata for part time)
• “Wellness Day” – An extra paid annual leave day! 
• Paid parental leave in addition to the government scheme 
• Wellbeing initiatives include our Employee Assistance Program with access to confidential counselling services and trained Mental Health First Aid Officers in every clinic.
• Various retail, travel, and service discounts through our Flare app such as discounted gym memberships.
• Additional travel discounts through Verve Travel Management and Hertz
• Fantastic staff discounts on clinic products and services for your pets

As part of Apiam Animal Health, Australia’s largest rural and regional mixed and production animal veterinary group, we offer considerable opportunities for training, personal development and career progression. Opportunities to gain extra skills by spending time in other clinics within our Apiam network are encouraged, and we offer industry-leading internal training as well as genuine support for your career progression. 

To discuss the position contact Corinne on 0458 387 478 or corinne.warnick@apiam.com.au or apply with your resume and cover letter.

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