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Greencross Vets, North Shore Sydney NSW (posted 16th November) Business Manager
Business Manager | Multi-site North Shore Region
Opportunity for a Business Manager to join Greencross in a Non-clinical Full-Time role.
About Us & Your New Role
We are seeking a passionate Business Manager to provide operational management across our North Shore clinics. These are well-established, high calibre teams who share a vision for a collaborative working environment, learning and growing in their roles and providing pet parents with the best solutions, delivered with love and empathy.
Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to:
- Strategic, operational and financial performance responsibility of multiple GP clinic sites
- Foster a collaborative culture that encourages continuous improvement and implementation of operational best practice across all clinics in cohort
- Lead, motivate and develop team leaders and work with clinic teams to optimise performance
- Build effective stakeholder relationships to ensure continuous improvement of the business. This includes Recruitment, IT, Marketing, HR, Property, Operations, Finance etc
About You
You’ll have substantial knowledge and experience in business operations and be an approachable and influential leader with a desire to help others succeed and grow. You understand that exceptional customer experience is a business imperative. Your ability to adapt, listen and collaborate, find and execute improvements and processes and lead change will be crucial. With a flexible and inspired attitude towards work, you will fit well within our culture!
The right candidate will bring:
- Formal qualifications (diploma or higher) in business, commerce and business management ideal
- Leadership or management experience, preferably within the Veterinary or medical industry
- Multi-site management experience
- Excellent commercial business insight with proven track record on business and financial principles and practices
- Highly organised and adapt to quickly changing priorities
- Excellent problem solving, decision making and organisational skills
- High level of emotional intelligence and strong stakeholder liaison skills
- A self-directed attitude and an ability to work independently
- A record of valuing, motivating and developing team members through effective leadership and management
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills particularly in relation to influencing consultation and negotiation
- A demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Windows, particularly Excel
- Knowledge of RxWorks or other veterinary/medical software is highly regarded
- Knowledge of or prior experience in a clinical environment is desirable
We Can Offer You
This position offers an opportunity to work with some of the best clinicians in their field, in a professional and challenging yet enjoyable workplace, plus:
- Leave entitlements - 4 weeks annual leave, personal/sick leave, carers leave
- Commitment to your ongoing career development through access to continued education, mentorship and our annual Greencross symposium
- Free annual influenza vaccination
- 6 weeks paid parental leave and flexible return to work programs
- Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program LifeWorks 24/7
- Petbarn and Greencross Discounts
To Apply please send your resume and cover letter to Renae Kelton at Renae.Kelton@gxltd.com.au
Mayfield Veterinary Hospital, North-West Newcastle, NSW (posted 8th November) Hospital Manager
Veterinary Hospital Manager
Mayfield Veterinary Hospital is in Newcastle NSW. 2hrs north of Sydney. We have beautiful beaches, easy access to the vineyards of the Hunter Valley and a City with a lot to offer all interests.
We are looking for an experienced Manager who is up for a chance to work alongside a team of skilled professionals in a busy work environment. We work together with equality and respect, we have fun, and we support one another.
We are looking for Someone who can make the role their own, with a chance to make an impact on our already thriving Clinic.
Position: Permanent, Full time
Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000
The purpose built Mayfield Veterinary Hospital with two branch clinics, are leading providers of small animal veterinary care in the Newcastle area.
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With a highly dedicated team of professionals and state-of-the-art equipment, our hospital offers the best available treatment and technology.
Our team comprises of 8 veterinarians and 20+ support staff, working in an accredited "hospital of excellence" facility. with full surgical and diagnostic facilities.
We are seeking a highly motivated general manager with the vision and expertise to make a significant contribution to the future of the organisation.
You will be leading a hard working team (who enjoy a laugh on the way) and alongside the practice owner who feels exceptionally grateful to the wonderful staff at the clinics.
Essential criteria:
- At least five years experience in a management role.
- Ability to manage the human resources of our hospital, to optimise employee satisfaction, whilst maximising productivity.
- Excellent communication skills, including verbal and written
- A high level of organisation with the ability to prioritise in a busy work environment
- Strong attention to detail and accountability
- Self motivation and the ability to motivate the team
- High emotional intelligence, with excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience in preparing reports and maintaining spread sheets
- Financial experience is highly desirable
Your application should include :
- Cover application letter
- Written response addressing the essential criteria.
- Resume outlining management and other experience relevant to the position. This should include the names and phone numbers of three referees.
Please respond to Nigel Dunn
Via email: manager.mayfieldvets@gmail.com
Dermcare-Vet Pty Ltd, South Brisbane/Gold Coast, QLD & Northern NSW (posted 11th November) Education & Marketing Representative
Full Time Position: Veterinary Territory Education and Marketing Representative - QLD
Dermcare are seeking a Queensland based territory representative. This could be a great opportunity for a veterinary nurse to move into industry, or may also suit someone with current rep experience. We require successful candidates to have had at least 5 years’ experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary nurse.
We are:
- A veterinary dermatology business at the forefront of the Australian and global markets.
- A 100% Australian owned company.
- A close team of territory representatives guided by a technical veterinarian, who cover all of Australia, while keeping in regular (daily!) contact with each other for support.
The role:
- Full time (38 hours per week) consisting of 1 admin day at head office in Brisbane and 4 days “on the road”.
- Daily visits to clinics in a call cycle detailing our products as well as involvement in dissemination of educational material for veterinarians, technicians and nurses.
- Educating and supporting practice staff in the use of Dermcare products and the management of associated diseases.
- Attending veterinary conferences as required.
- The territory covers the south Brisbane, Gold Coast and Northern NSW as well as some interstate territories.
- The ability and willingness to travel is crucial to this role. Travel away from home is anticipated to be 1 week in 4-6.
- Salary package is commensurate with experience and will be discussed with potential candidates.
Why join us?
- You will be provided full training, including 4 weeks’ training from our experienced territory representatives
- You will be supplied uniforms and all equipment to perform your role, including a company vehicle for business use.
- Supportive environment with frequent contact from other territory representatives and management.
- Free counselling services via our Employee Assistance Program.
If you are interested in this role, please forward your application to dermcare@dermcare.com.au . Please put QLD Representative Application in the subject line. Applications close 8th December 2022.
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, Rosebery, NSW (posted 11th November) Operations Manager
Title: Operations Manager – Sydney Veterinary Emergency and Specialists
Description:
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists are looking for a full-time Operations Manager
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is a 1000m2 purpose-built veterinary hospital which in conjunction with our exceptional staff allows us to provide excellent care to patients. The emergency service is a 24 hour a day service with a team of experienced and supportive Vets. The referral team comprises of surgical, medicine, anaesthesia and imaging specialists, in addition to our dermatology specialist and dental service.
We are looking for a caring and professional operations manager to join the team on a full-time basis.
About you:
- You love animals AND their owners.... we have amazing clients who value our high standards of care
- You have leadership experience within the veterinary industry, ideally with formal leadership or management training
- You have exceptional task management and can coordinate complex schedules
- You have a solution-focused approach to work and a positive attitude
- You value collegiality and a positive working relationship with all staff and demonstrate that in your interactions with your co-workers.
- You are innovative in your approach, seeking opportunities to improve processes and further drive the growth of the business
About the job:
- Supporting the general manager in the execution of business strategy and project implementation
- Indicative duties include:
- Procurement
- Financial reporting
- Coordination of equipment and facility maintenance
- New employee onboarding and general inductions
- Intranet and document management
- IT systems maintenance
- This role also carries leadership responsibilities, with a team of operational support staff
About SVES:
- We love clients as much as we love their pets – you'll need a big heart to work here
- We are professional – we hold ourselves to high standards and you should too.
- We are a team of vets, nurses and support staff that are active in sharing knowledge and have a strong focus on continuous improvement in knowledge, skills, and practices.
- We believe in promoting a workplace culture of positivity, growth and support. A happy workplace culture with likeminded individuals is important to us.
Please send your resume to Clare.Kolokossian@Vet.Partners
Lyppard Australia Limited, Marsden Park, NW Sydney NSW (posted 3rd November) Customer Care
Customer Care
Looking to work in a fast paced customer service environment!
- Customer Service – Marsden Park, NSW – 12 month Maternity Contract
- Veterinary pharmaceuticals
- Working as part of a team
Lyppard Australia (a division of EBOS) is one of the largest national veterinary wholesale distribution companies in Australia with sales and distribution centres located through the country. Lyppard has built its reputation on customer service through fast, reliable and friendly service.
An exciting opportunity currently exists for a motivated customer service driven individual to join our Customer Care Team at Marsden Park - NSW.
Please note this is a 12 month maternity contract with the possibility of this becoming a permanent position.
The successful applicant MUST have extensive knowledge in Customer Service, previous experience in the veterinary industry would be an advantage. You will be required to work as part of a team and be enthusiastic, demonstrate great communication skills and have an excellent phone manner. Previous Customer service experience is essential and only Customer service focused applicants need apply.
The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, punctual, be able to communicate well & work as part of a team.
As a member of the customer care team you will be responsible a number of for data entry, speaking directly with customers on the phone, and the occasional order picking and packing, stock replenishment and communicating effectively with other staff members and be able to follow directives.
We are looking for someone to join our customer care team who will:
- Have great communication skills being able to relay clear concise information as you will be speaking directly with customers on the phone
- Have excellent time management, planning and organizational skills
- Be proficient in software packages including Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Be able to learn a large number of products for the veterinary industry
- Have a strong work ethic and work well as part of a team
- Be willing and have the ability to undertake general warehousing duties when required such as picking and packing of goods, inventory tasks, other administrative duties and general housekeeping duties
- Willingness and ability to support branch projects from time to time.
This position is permanent and requires no weekend/public holiday attendance.
EBOS is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities and cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Pre-employment checks will be required and will be discussed with the successful candidate and must also hold a current drivers licence and have your own transportation.
If you believe that you have the necessary skills and attributes to succeed in this challenging and rewarding role please submit your resume and cover letter to: tracye@lyppard.com.au
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