Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic, Smithfield QLD
If you want to see what the fuss is about in FNQ then this is the job for you!
With wet season and dry season here in Cairns, with the potential of a relaxed stress-free lifestyle that will allow you to explore all of our beautiful rainforests, walking trails, beaches, waterfalls, and on the doorstep to the Great Barrier Reef, than this job is potentially for you.
Nestled in our own tropical oasis, in the heart of Cairns' northern beaches, is Southern Cross Vets.
We are an employer of choice, through flexible working conditions, bring your own pets to work every day. You can go to the Great Barrier Reef or travel to Tolga Sunflower Farm, or many of the Gardens, wildlife parks, or just to the beach on your days off.
By joining our Southern Cross family, we have some perks.
Some perks of joining our family include:
· A generous CPD (Continuing Professional Allowance) with paid transport to and from conferences.
· Support with continuing education and travel to a developing interest such as dentistry, ophthalmology, or behaviour
· Open dog policy – feel free to bring your pet to work every day.
· Availability of parking if you have own vehicle.
· SCV has tied up with Work Happy to ensure our employees get adequate mental support, life coaching and personal development if they need it. Mental Health of our employees is always a priority!
Our team in FNQ is currently small but enthusiastic, but with the support of all Staff at our three Sydney based clinics, there is no shortage of help.
Our team is comprised of a bunch of highly enthusiastic and bright individuals. They readily challenge the traditional processes, take risks, and do what is right for the pet and pet owners – whether medically or surgically. They adapt quickly and work well in a fast-paced environment. Above all, they have a deep passion and love for animals, and enjoy spending time and taking care of them.
At Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic Cairns, we believe in providing you a nurturing environment and providing you the best opportunity to grow and develop in this role as well as in your career.
In addition to the perks and benefits, we are also a VISA Approved employer, who are willing to help overseas vets achieve Permanent Residency in Australia through sponsorship.
We are looking for a full time or part-time vet to join our newly renovated clinic here in Cairns Northern Beaches. Your enthusiasm, compassion, good sense of humour and love of what you do will make you fit in perfectly with our friendly and dedicated team. The role is open to experienced candidates or recent graduates with a good easy-going disposition.
A full-time role would require you to work 38 hours per week and would include some weekend work.
We have very little after hours work, which means you are able to maintain a Healthy Work Life Balance, leaving you plenty of time to spend with your loved ones & pursue your personal hobbies.
Should you fancy a change of scenery our three Sydney clinics are in convenient locations.
About Us: Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic Cairns Beaches is a new family-owned practice with fantastic clients, a majority of whom are insured. We pride ourselves in offering the best medical care available and in practicing Gold Standard medicine.
We are striving towards achieving the ASAVA Hospital of Excellence accreditation in the next few years.
We offer some of the best technology and facilities comparable to most modern hospitals.
Currently upgrading our practice to be the best veterinary clinic around and in Cairns.
About the Role: At Southern Cross Vet, we strongly support individual growth by giving you every opportunity to advance in your field of interest. We encourage you to constantly advance yourself through study and seminars; all part of a generous CPD allowance.
Salary: Experienced Candidates – Salary ranges from $90,000 per annum (plus superannuation), along with a voluntary discretionary scheme through which candidates may earn up to $160,000 per year.
New Graduates – A competitive salary, continued education, mentorship, and ongoing training will see you transition from a “newbie” into an accomplished and confident all-rounder in the vet industry.
Being an equal opportunity employer, we invite people from all backgrounds to apply.
To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please email your cover letter and CV to Sam at samkov@gmail.com and Head Nurse Kelly at kellyfnq@southerncrossvet.com.au
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $100,000.00 – $144,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 38 per week
Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• Visa sponsorship

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift

Supplementary Pay:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person