Please contact careers@bvp.com.au with your CV and cover letter.

Associate Veterinarian – Companion Animals.

Here at the Ballarat Veterinary Practice, we are proudly the first clinic in Australia to have achieved Employer of Choice accreditation through the Australian Veterinary Association.

We asked our veterinarians to tell us what is most important to them, and we know that:

• work/life balance,
• challenging and interesting case load, and
• a supportive working environment, are key to a fulfilling veterinary career.

In our clinics, veterinarians work a true eight-day fortnight with no on-call requirements. That’s right, you get three whole days off per week to spend time exploring what our major regional city of Ballarat has to offer. For more on that, we encourage you head over this site to find out more about living and working in Ballarat.

Our location means that our case load is interesting and varied – no two days are the same, so there’s ample opportunity for learning, growth and absolutely no room for boredom. Across our group of six clinics, you can advance your skills and grow your career – we guarantee it.

The satisfaction of our team and our clinic culture is incredibly important to us, and we pride ourselves on the support, mentoring, training opportunities and other benefits we provide to our team. With monthly journal clubs, weekly team meetings, generous study allowance and extra paid leave for study, we provide the framework to support our team to be the best they can be.

We offer you a really generous salary and plenty of other perks, but it’s the work/life balance and the lifestyle that we know you’ll love, especially for those with family commitments who need that extra bit of flexibility.

We are currently seeking both full-time and part-time Small Animal Veterinarians, so if you wish to apply for a position in one of our clinics, or seek some more information please contact Claire McAteer via careers@bvp.com.au

Compassion | Respect | Professionalism | Teamwork 

The Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine clinic is a 14-vet privately owned practice based on the edge of the Ballarat Turf Club Racing & Training Centre, where 800 horses are trained, and 36 race meetings are held each year.  There is also a large standardbred population, with 40 meetings held per year at the local harness track. The clinic provides a hospital based surgical and imaging referral service, and is the base for the ambulatory services provided to the racetrack and general equine clients in the surrounding district.

The hospital also has an internship program with four interns currently employed. The practice conducts regular visits to neighbouring racing regions and has a satellite five-vet equine clinic based in Warrnambool.

The position available is for a member of the racetrack and ambulatory team, which provides service to all breeds of horses from thoroughbreds, standardbreds and sport horses, through to pleasure horses and ponies in the district.

As well as racing stable work, typical general practice equine work is also undertaken including lameness assessment, dentistry, lacerations, reproductive work including ultrasound scanning, field colic assessment and all general veterinary equine work. Due to the size of the practice and level of experience there is strong support for our ambulatory veterinarians at all times.

The practice has three specialist surgeons available for consultation and assistance with referral of cases.  The clinic has full surgical facilities, ultrasound, digital radiography, endoscopy, scintigraphy and standing MRI facilities and the ability to house up to 28 horses.

Remuneration is dependent on experience, however the package starts at $110,000 which includes base salary, superannuation, and an estimate of extra after-hours commissions, as well as a car and phone for business and reasonable personal use. Also included in the remuneration package is Australian Veterinary Association membership and an annual Continuing Education stipend of $2,000 per annum.  We support and encourage applicants to pursue certificate and membership qualifications.  We also assist with visa applications and relocation logistics, including a relocation allowance of $1,500.

Ballarat is a thriving regional city, rich in history and culture.  It is the perfect place to settle with all of the convenience of city life, but with postcard-perfect scenic beauty, and less hustle and bustle than Melbourne – while still only being an hour and a half drive from all Melbourne has to offer.  With highly sought-after private schools, and excellent health care, Victoria’s largest inland city has everything you need.

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This role involves direct animal handling and standing for extended periods. Applicants must be able to safely perform the physical requirements of the role, with or without reasonable adjustments.

Successful applicants should be graduates with at least two years’ experience, preferably in a similar role. Newly graduated interns would be considered.

Visa and migration support is available for the right candidate; however, please note that only veterinarians eligible for registration in the state of Victoria, Australia will be considered for this position.

Weekends and after-hours responsibility is shared equally between members of the ambulatory team with the normal rotation being one weekend every four weeks. Duties will involve all ambulatory services as outlined above and also attending both thoroughbred and harness race meetings as the official veterinarian.

Interested applicants should forward a resume and covering letter which includes the names of three referees to the attention of Dr. Andrew Cust at careers@bvp.com.au

Veterinary Nurse

The Ballarat Veterinary Practice is proud to be Australia’s first recipient of the Australian Veterinary Association’s Employer of Choice accreditation. This means that we are recognised as an exemplary employer within the profession and are recognised for our high-quality standards.
Due to internal staff movements and parental leave requirements, we have a need for a highly motivated, and experienced Small Animal Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated and professional team.  We are highly supportive of working parents, and encouraging work/life balance so there is some flexibility available in this role.  Full days (8:00am-6:00pm) are required, but there is flexibility around which days you may choose, and also the option of working evening and/or weekend shifts to fit around your family life.

Our business is centred on four core values: Compassion, Respect, Professionalism and Teamwork. Your ability to embody these values is of great importance to us, and so your personality, and ‘fit’ within our team’s culture is paramount.
The role will consist of duties such as:

• Animal handling
• Cleaning and sterilising equipment
• Assisting vets in consultations
• Basic medical procedures such as taking blood, placing catheters and monitoring anaesthetics
• General patient care

To be successful in this role, you will be a self-starter who shows strong initiative and is able to demonstrate:

• A strong alignment with our company values
• Extensive and proven experience in safe animal handling
• A commitment to continuing education
• Calmness under pressure, but with a keen sense of urgency and an ability to be proactive
• High levels of motivation and an energetic outlook on your work, and in life in general
• The ability to multi-task, prioritise and adapt quickly to change
• Maturity and a strong work ethic
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Genuine compassion for people and animals

Currently, we are only seeking fully qualified veterinary nurses who already have a minimum of 12 months’ worth of clinical experience behind them.

This role offers you the opportunity to work within one of Ballarat’s most long-standing and celebrated organisations, among a team of dedicated and committed professionals. You’ll enjoy a wide range of benefits including:

• Above industry award salary
• Highly supportive environment, in a dynamic group comprising of six clinics
• An encouraging learning environment with access to continuing professional development
• Modern equipment and facilities
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Health and wellness initiatives
• And… free parking, uniform allowance, staff discounts, opportunities to be involved in charitable/community based initiatives, and a fun and sociable team of workmates!

If you wish to apply for this position, please forward your resume and cover letter to careers@bvp.com.au marked to the attention of Sue Phillips, Director of Nursing. To put yourself ahead of the pack, your cover letter should include a thorough summary of how and why you feel you can represent our four key values of Compassion, Respect, Teamwork and Professionalism.