Hunter Equine Centre is seeking a Senior Equine Associate Veterinarian to join our team prior to the 2024 breeding season in August. At least four-years’ experience is required with an internship and experience in thoroughbred reproduction desirable.
The successful applicant will have responsibility for independent veterinary care on thoroughbred stud farms as well as working within a team of ambulatory veterinarians. In addition to a minimum of three years reproductive stud-farm work, previous hospital experience such as an internship and a wide experience in equine veterinary practice would be viewed favourably to provide stud farms with a comprehensive service.
Our clients include some excellent and well managed stud farms in the Hunter Valley, with over 1000 mares under our care, and an important yearling sale component. We also service many of the local trainers and pre-trainers in the area and particularly and consider ourselves very fortunate to have such friendly and successful clients.
Selection criteria would necessitate a Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent that can be fully registered in New South Wales(http://www.vpb.gov.au/).
Hunter Equine Centre will assist with visa requirements to work in Australia.
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Remuneration would reflect experience and qualifications and would be upwards of $150,000 PA.
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An equipped car for work and private use would be provided.
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The contract would also cover phone expenses, a generous CDP package, membership fees and uniforms.
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Four-weeks annual paid with flexible options for additional unpaid leave and travel.
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The rota is generally 1-in-2 during the breeding season; during the off-season it is a 1-in-4 rota with a
4-day week and the majority of all out-of-hours call-out fees are payable to the vets.
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Flexible start date prior to 1st August 2024