Be part of building the future of veterinary clinical education at the University of Sydney

Full time continuing employment*

Located on Camperdown Campus at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science in The University of Sydney

Opportunity to inspire and train the next generation of veterinarians, engage with the school ranked # 1 in Australia, within a world-class university

Base Salary HEO 9 (38 hours), $165,080 - $174,177 p.a. + 17% superannuation + specialist loading when registered in NSW as a specialist to a total package of up to $234,737 p.a

*Continuing contingent on the continuation of external funding

The University of Sydney Veterinary Teaching Hospital is looking for a new colleague to work in a growing team supporting the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital and guiding the development of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students. This role does not require previous academic experience but rather a strong clinical background and interest in supporting student development.

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 a Specialist In Small Animal Anaesthesia to join a team of outstanding world-class clinical colleagues at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney.

Small animal anaesthesia is a core discipline in the training of the future leaders of the veterinary profession through a globally accredited training program, the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine as well as grow this essential discipline through supporting residency training. The University Veterinary Teaching Hospital is one of the core teaching and research facilities in the Sydney School of Veterinary Science, a globally ranked veterinary school.





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

In this role, you will take an active role in the training of students working in the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Depending on your level you will be expected to assist in and be part of the development & implementation of the Unit's Strategic Plan actively contributing to its management, including contributing to the financial viability of the Unit. You will also be expected to pursue clinical research to further knowledge of your specialty.

The key benefits

- be part of developing the next generation of veterinarians
- be stimulated by an academic workplace 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
- salary packaging available
- 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 up to 38 weeks entitlements (pending eligibility)
- compressed work week available
- generous relocation allowance and access to research and publication support
- access to fitness passport,



as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centres
- discounted Staff Parking available on-site
- gain the recognition of working in a leading Veterinary School in an outstanding University.

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.

Your key responsibilities will be to

- maintain reputation for academic excellence
- provide high-quality veterinary clinical service in veterinary anaesthesia services for clients of UVTHS during business hours and contribute to afterhours anaesthesia coverage
- develop an expanding client base for the hospital's anaesthesia service
- participate in provision of education to DVM students and continuing veterinary education provided by the unit
- coordinate the daily activities in the anaesthesia unit and provide additional support when required for case-management of patients in other units in the UVTHS
- continually improving the standard of practice
- provide anaesthesia services to Camden clinic on a rotating basis for equine and small animal clients as required
- actively participate in meetings, planning and development in the UVTHS at the discretion of the Hospital Director and Hospital Manager.

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 do work with a purpose.

Since its founding in 1910, the mission of the Sydney School of Veterinary Science (SSVS

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