Are you a Small Animal Vet thinking about your next career move?
Are you after that elusive work-life balance and a supportive team?

Discover the difference with a company that values your expertise and provides top-tier remuneration.

  • A competitive remuneration package

    We're not just gold standard in pet care for our region, we are gold standard in our salary packages because we truly value your expertise.

    ➡️A highly competitive remuneration package is on offer

    ➡️A generous relocation package for interstate or international candidates

    ➡️Sign-on bonus after a successful settle in period.

    ➡️Access to our HEC Support Package option (as relevant)

  • Achieve YOUR ideal work-life balance.

    Our company is dedicated to caring for our teams mental health and well being. It is built into the fabric of who we are.

    ➡️The role will be designed around your ideal roster hours and days with a 1 in 4 weekend after hours rotation included.

    ➡️Access to a confidential and independent Employee Assistance Program to support your well-being throughout the year.

    ➡️Annual Gym Membership and Annual National Parks Pass for our wilderness lovers

    ➡️Plus a workspace designed around well being and harmony - think lots of natural light, warm tones, timbers, plants, noise & odor control.

  • Tailored career pathways and training

    We recognize the significance of any career aspirations you may have and we are dedicated to investing in your journey to help you accomplish them. This might including business aspirations if that’s part of your longer-term plans.

    ➡️ We’re proud of our track record in supporting our team in their areas of interest and specialisation. Whether that’s specialisation or leadership/management training

    ➡️Our privately owned practice is structured to make entry simple for aspiring business owners and large enough to support multiple stakeholders.

    ➡️ CPD of $5,000 per year + 1 week study leave

  • Positive, supportive and inclusive team culture

    Work in a large private practice, alongside the owners. Know that your voice will be heard. Feedback and change for the good of the practice, the team, our clients, and our patients is valued and always be respected.

    We understand the pressure points. We know that things change, and nothing is set in concrete that’s why regular catchups are important too.

    “We are not a team because we work together. We are a team because we respect, trust and care for each other”

  • International Work Visa Sponsorship

    We are an approved Business Sponsor with the Department of Home Affairs, with experience in supporting international candidates for work visa pathways and providing relocation support for eligible and qualified candidates.

    ➡️We provide a generous international relocation package

    ➡️Plus our staff are here to provide relocation support services to assist you and your family with a smooth transition to Tasmania

    ➡️Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or equivalent) and be eligible to register with the Veterinary Board of Tasmania.

  • Work with great clients every day.

    As a gold standard practice we attract and retain great clients from all around the North West coast. Responsible and caring pet parents who understand the importance of high levels of health care for their pets.

    “The staff at Forth Vet are the kindest most passionate people.

    They can’t help there clients enough. To me they feel like family and nothing is a trouble to them. I would never go to another vet.”

  • Brand new building and clinic toys

    Forth Valley Vets is currently in planning phase for a new purpose-built hospital, to be constructed on 73 acres of land purchased on Forth Road. The new building will include:

    ➡️Multiple dedicated sterile surgical suites, individual imaging rooms for digital radiology and ultrasonography and a dental suite. Se

    ➡️Separate ICU wards for dog, cat and wildlife plus a dedicated quarantine zone.

    ➡️Huge open prep room with service towers and work-spaces overlooked by a raised nurses station. Plus six consultation rooms flow seamlessly from the plant adorned and spacious reception through to inventory and prep areas.

    ➡️Dedicated zones for all the toys - diagnostic, surgical and medical - and space for both the business to grow and to support your own veterinary passions.

  • Plus cool bonus bits to choose from!

    Lots of bonus options are up for discussion as part of your tailored remuneration package, here’s a taste!

    ➡️ AVA Membership

    ➡️ Employee Pet Care discounts

    ➡️ Tailored Personal Financial Adviser Package

    ➡️ Short Term Accommodation options

    ➡️ Car Allowance options

    Local airport and the Spirit of Tasmania docks 15 minutes away. Plus our location is a gateway to some of the most beautiful places and wild spaces, including the renowned Tarkine.

    Discover more about our region here

Contact Kim for a Full Position Description

What we are looking for from you in this role:

  • 2+ years of experience in small animal veterinary practice

  • A veterinary degree, acknowledged within Australia and eligible for registration with the Tasmania Veterinary Board

  • Ability to assist with a 1 in 4 weekend after hours rotation.

  • A demonstrated passion for delivering gold standard patient care, a commitment to teamwork, and a thirst for continuous learning

  • Proficient in establishing rapport with customers, team members, and management

  • Confident in your skills, with the ability to work autonomously, while also understanding when to seek help

  • Possessing a high level of resilience, forged through adaptability and flexibility

If you value empathy, compassion, collaboration and can tackle big or small challenges within a team that's equally passionate about making a difference in patients' lives - COME JOIN US!