The Adelaide Vet New Graduate Program is designed for new veterinarians who have a strong desire to practice quality medicine, excellent patient care and are dedicated to advancing their professional skills to a high level. As a new graduate, within your clinic placements you’ll get the opportunity to work alongside a team of veterinary professionals and participate in all aspects of patient care. You will be assigned mentors and work on pre-determined learning objectives.
Graduate Program
You’ll also get an invaluable, realistic look at life as a veterinary professional with client interaction and first-hand experience in various clinic settings.
Supporting your move into the veterinary industry
Adelaide Vet are passionately client-focused, progressive, professional and aim to be at the forefront of our industry in every way.
We place a strong emphasis on professional development, providing a supportive environment for our team and are committed to continuing education.
Our 4 modern clinics are purpose-built and come fully equipped with all the diagnostic tools including:
- Digital X-Ray (including Dental X-Ray)
- Surgivet / BM5 Anaesthetic Monitors
- Ultrasound
- Doppler Blood Pressure Monitors
- IM3 Dental Machines
- Idexx In House Blood Machines
We encourage team members to work to the best of their ability, supporting them with the development of skills and ambitions and to embrace new responsibilities, thereby taking an active role in their career progression.
Program timeline
We’ve developed a structured program to help new graduates succeed as you begin your career. You’ll be supported along your journey and receive ongoing training and development to build your confidence and skills. In addition you will benefit from:
- Clinical workshops in emergency medicine, radiology/radiography, internal medicine, ophthalmology and surgery tips and techniques
- Clinical learning including regular consulting sessions with your mentor and surgical shifts per week with your mentor for routine and complicated surgery
- Mentoring and support from clinic mentors, the veterinary manager and assistant veterinary manager
Month 1
- Week 1 and 2: Formal induction and shadowing clinical mentor
- Week 3 and 4: Undertaking vaccinations and basic consultations
12 months rotating program
Your rotational program will incorporate on the job learning with 50% consult load increasing to 100% by the end.
- 1st rotation: 26 weeks
- 2nd rotation: 26 weeks
12 months clinical placement
On shift at 100% consult load and continued development of surgical skills
3rd rotation: 52 weeks
Then continue your career and development with Adelaide Vet!
Interested In Finding Out More?
If you’re interested in finding out more about Adelaide Vet or the program please contact us at careers@vet.partners