Veterinarian General Practitioner, with a focus in Small Animal Surgery

An opportunity for a new colleague who has expertise in Small Animal Surgery to support the development of general practice surgery skills within the DVM program.

A unique veterinary career pathway.

• Two (2) Full time positions located on Camperdown Campus at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science in The University of Sydney.
• Looking for registered Veterinarians with small animal surgery advanced training and or membership of ANZCVS in small animal surgery.
• Opportunity to inspire and train the next generation of veterinary leaders, engage with the school ranked # 1 in Australia, within a world-class university.
• Base Salary HEO 7/8/9 (38 hours), $117,864 p.a. - $161,425 p.a.(pro-rata) + 17% superannuation + generous loading when registered as a specialist (a total package up to $217,197 for including specialist loading).

About the opportunity

Your chance to have a marked impact on the future of the veterinary profession as you care for the lives of animals.

We are seeking to appoint two (2) veterinarians who have completed advanced training in small animal surgery to join a team of outstanding world-class clinical colleagues at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney. This role does not require previous academic experience but rather a strong clinical background and interest in supporting student development.

They will be responsible for providing best practice veterinary small animal general surgery services at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney (UVTHS). They will take an active role in the training of students working in the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The position will help to sustain and enhance a general surgery caseload for the purpose of developing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) students Day 1 surgical competency in the UVTH-Sydney.

The academic environment is different to private practice with the academic mission of teaching and research being central to operations.

We support and encourage excellence in all aspects of the role, from patient care, teaching and learning, and research. The school values highly the tenants of mutual support, respect, empathy, collegiality and integrity.

Join an organization that has over a hundred years of experience in clinical training and innovation. Be part of the transformational process supporting students as they transition to become veterinarians. A privileged role for someone who wants more than a job - come and work with a purpose.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• provide an effective service for general small animal surgery cases
• supervise DVM students and interns on clinical rotations
• support surgical practical classes on the Camperdown and Camden Campus
• provide support for cases from other clinical services within the University Veterinary Teaching Hospitals
• participate in after-hours on-call roster.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a General Practitioner, with a focus in Surgery as follows:

General Practice, with a focus in Surgery (HEO Level 7) is a veterinarian working with responsibility for his/her own clinical work and outcomes; and who is involved with clinical instruction, contributes to consultancy and/or research led by senior staff and provides high quality referral clinical services. In addition, you must have:

• a degree in veterinary science registrable in New South Wales, Australia.
• advanced training in Small Animal Surgery.
• excellent clinical skills.
• experience in providing clinical instruction.
• an ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• the ability to show initiative and manage competing deadlines.
• excellent verbal and written communication skills.

General Practice, with a focus in Surgery, (HEO Level 8) is a veterinarian with responsibilities within a specific area of clinical practice, and who provides leadership in his/her chosen discipline as well as being involved in both undergraduate and postgraduate clinical training programs. In addition to the requirements for a Registrar position, you must have:

• completed a residency training program in Small Animal Surgery

Veterinary Specialist Small Animal Surgery (HEO level 9) is a veterinarian with at least partial responsibility for the management of a unit or division, including the management of a range of staff working within the relevant discipline or sub-discipline, who has, in addition to the requirements for a Registrar position:

• Fellowship of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists or a Diplomate status with the American College of Veterinary Surgery or the European College of Veterinary Surgery that enables registration as a Specialist in small animal surgery.

The commencement level will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience and knowledge.

The key benefits:

• be part of developing the next generation of veterinarians
• be stimulated by an academic environment focused on teaching and research
• opportunity to learn and enhance your skills and experience in the unique teaching and research environment of a Veterinary Teaching hospital
• opportunity for a different professional pathway where you can leverage your clinical expertise, enhance work life balance, and find purpose in academic opportunities
• 15% veterinary clinical specialist loading is available once registered as specialist by NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board
• industry-leading leave provisions including generous paid parental leave entitlements (pending eligibility up to 36 weeks)
• compressed work week available
• a University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fund
• tax-efficient salary packaging options for cars, laptops, and additional contributions to your superannuation fund
• generous relocation allowance if moving from interstate or overseas
• access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centers
• gain the recognition of working in a leading Veterinary School in an outstanding University.