Emergency Veterinarian - Arh Canberra

ARH CANBERRA IS SEEKING EMERGENCY VETERINARIANS! Are you craving that sense of fulfilment you've been missing? Wanting to find out what it's like when no two days are the same? What about where you can go from treating the blocked cat, finding the foreign body in the vomiting Labrador, to saving the collapsed snake bite patient carried through the door within the space of a shift?

How about doing all this with the support of a team of dedicated vets working alongside you, and a team of amazing, skilled nurses who are always one step ahead? What about all this in a new purpose built multi-disciplinary hospital?

The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is currently on the hunt for full time, part time and casual emergency vets! Say goodbye to days of back to back 20 minute consults and dentals, and hello the excitement and career growth emergency has to offer!

Job Description About us: We've recently relocated to our new state of the art purpose-built hospital that's fully equipped to get you your diagnosis with the latest imaging and diagnostic equipment. There's a full in-house laboratory (CBC, biochemistry, blood gas, coags, sedivue), and access to IDEXX's Extended Internal Medical Specialist Consultation Services after hours. We've also got ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, 64 slice CT and high field MRI. There's 3 dedicated surgical suites, 8 consultation rooms, and a dedicated grieving room. Our emergency department works alongside our specialist surgical, medical, oncology, behaviour, and orthopaedic medicine & rehabilitation departments.

Bonus perks at ARH Canberra also include ample free undercover parking and a snack cupboard always stocked with tea, coffee, biscuits and an array of snacks!

Our emergency department currently operates through the afternoon, evening and overnight period closing at 8am through the week, and is operational 24/7 on weekends and public holidays. We see primary consultations, patients referred from general practice clinics for overnight and ongoing care, and oversee the hospitalised referral department patients after hours.

Perks on offer: $70/hour remuneration, with either casual loading or after hour penalties for permanent full time/part time staff members commensurate with experience. Sign on and retention bonus' on offer for the right candidates.

Support! The thought of emergency can be daunting, we get it! Work alongside a team of supportive and knowledgeable vets and nurses who love what they do and will help you find your feet - whether it be remembering what button to push on rx works or smartflow, or case assistance for that GDV you've never had to deal with before!

Opportunities for career growth and advancement! We are committed to fostering your professional development through training and mentorship programs, exposure to a diverse case load, and can facilitate 'learning externships' with specialists that may be of interest to you within the support of our network.

4 weeks annual leave and paid parental leave for permanent FT/PT staff members.

Permanent FT/PT staff members have access to an extensive internal continuing education platform, along with $2,500 to go towards it, which includes webinars and workshops, as well as professional memberships and subscriptions to a range of other resources. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in rounds with our specialist departments, journal club, and M&M rounds.

A variety of shifts ranging from evenings, overnights, weekends and public holidays PLUS accommodation for anyone coming from outside of the ACT.

A work-life balance. Our hospital promotes a supportive work culture that values your well-being, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy equilibrium between your professional and personal life.

Canberra (yes, living here is definitely a perk)! You'll have incredible hiking and mountain bike trails at your doorstep. There's stunning streets, lakes, trails and nature reserves to run, walk or ride along, and it's only a short drive to the snow and beach! As well as this, there's also an abundance of amazing coffee, cafés and restaurants, and great community events spaced through the year! Qualifications About Your Skills & Experience Must hold a veterinary degree available for registration in the ACT Preferably 2+ years' post-graduate experience. Emergency experience is highly desirable, however not essential as long as you're willing to learn! New and recent graduates with a strong interest in emergency will be considered. Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations Excellent communication, organisation, and collaboration skills A team player with a positive, can-do attitude A passion for excellent clinical service and patient care Additional Information Ready for your next adventure? Your ideal veterinary career starts here - join our team in Canberra and unlock your full potential!

If you're ready to apply, or would like more information about the incredible opportunity on offer, please reach out to or apply now!

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