Mixed Veterinarian- Warragul Vet

About us:

Warragul Vet (Formerly Devoted Vets) are a well-established and progressive mixed practice veterinary clinic in the west Gippsland region. We are a ten-vet practice with an excellent work culture. We enjoy what we do and are proud of our team and the services we provide to the local community.

We are in the exciting position of being a growing clinic and are looking for a new vet to join our team to help support this growth and provide a high standard of care to our companion and farm animals alike.

Warragul is in a fantastic location with the benefits of a regional town only one hour to Melbourne and the coast.

See more about our awesome team on our Instagram @warragulvet

Warragul Vet is one of the expanding Apiam Animal Health group of regional and rural clinics that are committed to enriching the lives of animals, people, and communities. We strive to deliver excellence and our vision is healthy animals and happy people.

About the position:

• This position is for a CSU New Graduate Veterinarian who will be graduating in 2025.
• However, we would be excited to speak to an experienced mixed vet who is looking to make a move to a new team.
• Our case load is approx. 60% small animal, 40% livestock (70% dairy, 20% beef, 10% hobby-farmer). The position mix can be tailored to your particular interests.
• After-hours requirements are one night per week and one in four weekends.
• Tele-triage after-hours service to help filter after hours calls.
• Team dynamic is very supportive with a wide skill set amongst the existing vets.
• Very experienced large animal vets who do consultancy work to learn from

About you:

• You are a mixed vet who wants to work in both fields as part of our great team.
• A solid foundation in handling livestock and strong understanding of livestock husbandry would be ideal for this position.
• You are a soon-to-be new graduate, with a strong interest in mixed animal and production work ready to work for a great clinic that supports you and invests in your interests.

You are a positive person who is capable of working efficiently and conscientiously within a team environment. Our team is very supportive and enjoy learning from each other.

With a large team, good communication skills are a must! Our ideal candidate will be a people-person as we strive to excel in client interactions and communication. The successful applicant will immediately fit in and feel at home in our happy workplace.

Salary and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary package reflective of our commitment to helping you with your work-life balance, including:

Base Salary of $75,000 + super for new graduates

Plus After Hours Allowance and 50% of Professional Fees

• 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. 

New Graduate Benefits: On top of the above, new and recently graduated vets benefit from Apiam’s Graduate Development Program.  We recognize that the transition to practice can be a challenging time.  This program includes monthly structured support, a mentor program and the “Grad Retreat” which provides practical seminars and workshops to help fast track your skills.

Next Steps:

Please contact Corinne on 0458 387 478 or corinne.warnick@apiam.com.au to chat about the position.