Graduate Veterinarian

Mackay Veterinary Hospital Mackay, QLD Full time RR-6661


Description

New Graduate Veterinarian - VetPartners Graduate Academy 2025
 
We have a great opportunity for you in beautiful North QLD, at Mackay Vet Clinic. We’ve got a large team of highly qualified vets, with over 115 years of combined experience, supported by several dedicated nurses and long-term practice manager. We pride ourselves on our friendly, helpful customer service and gold standard patient care and advice. Mackay Vet Clinic has been established for over 40 years, servicing a large number of long-term clients. We are well respected in the community.
 
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Our Graduate Academy is designed to support final-year and recent graduates as they transition into the workforce. Whether you're interested in joining an independent practice or a larger group, our program ensures you receive personalised mentoring and structured training to establish a strong foundation for your career.
 
Some of the amazing benefits you'll get to enjoy:     
  • Supportive 12-18 month structured graduate program.     
  • 2 weeks study leave and $2000 CPD allowance in the first year.
  • Unparalleled mentoring and training to build an excellent foundation for your career.    
  • Continuing Professional Development and free access to our 6 Veterinary Training Centres: veterinarytrainingcentre.com.au/partners    
  • Employee Assistance Program with regular mental and resilience training sessions and events+ access to dedicated well-being and inclusion team.     
  • Pathways to specialisation and/or leadership.     
  • Becoming a part of our network of 270 clinics across Australia and New Zealand. 
Our Graduate Program: 
We’ve designed this program to give graduates, like yourself, the clinical knowledge and training needed to pursue your career aspirations, in an encouraging environment from day one:
 
Guaranteed onsite Clinical Mentor:
  • Access to offsite Clinical and Professional Support, including Graduate Academy Manager, Veterinary Manager, and Vet Mentor.
  • Emphasis on feedback and continuous improvement. 
Focus on your Health and Wellbeing:
  • Regular mental health and resilience training.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program for physical, social, and psychological well-being Access to a Vet Mentor outside your clinic for professional, well-being, and clinical support Social events with your Graduate peers. 
Professional Development:
  • Guaranteed attendance to Veterinary Training Centers with practical workshops in dentistry, surgery, and pathology.
  • Access to Graduate webinars covering clinical and nonclinical topics Tailored learning pathways to match your interests.
  • Development in surgery and medicine across our small animal practices with selected opportunities in mixed and equine practices. 
Increased Performance and Competence:
  • Regular industry performance checks.
  • Opportunity for rapid career progression.
  • Access to VetEducation for self-reflective and constructive education. 
Comprehensive Financial Rewards and Benefits:
  • Competitive starting salary.
  • Access to various employee benefits and rewards.
  • Structured learning program designed to enhance your clinical skills. 
How to apply for our 2025 Graduate program: 
Apply now via our website! For more information, please email Lance on: [email protected] or call 0493540319.  
 
Join an employer that celebrates diversity and is invested in providing you a strong foundation for a meaningful and rewarding career as a Veterinarian!      
 
Our program is open to Final Year students or recent graduates of a recognised Australian or New Zealand Veterinary University.