Small Animal Surgery Internship - CARE Collingwood

Job Description

Small Animal Surgery Internship - CARE Collingwood Full-time An opportunity exists for a veterinarian to join our Melbourne team on a 12-month, full-time, Small Animal Surgery Internship. CARE Collingwood is a 24-hour multi-disciplinary emergency and referral hospital in the heart of Melbourne, Australia. The hospital has specialists in Surgery and Internal Medicine. Dr Guy Yates is the head of the Surgery department. Guy is an experienced specialist small animal surgeon and Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists, who maintains active clinical interests in soft tissue, orthopaedic and neurosurgery. We see a wide range of orthopaedic, soft tissue, neurologic and oncologic surgery and are equipped with various advanced surgical equipment. Your New Role The Surgery department is currently staffed by 2 Specialist Surgeons, one surgical Registrar, a surgical Resident, and one surgical Intern, along with a large team of highly skilled surgical nurses. The role encompasses assisting the surgeons with consultations, diagnostic procedures, surgical procedures, case management and patient discharges, assisting the nurses with anaesthesia, and assisting with post-operative care of patients. Interns will also be trained in performing diagnostic procedures such as radiography, CT and MRI. The commencement of the program is currently flexible, ideally prior to January 2025. The surgery intern’s responsibilities and activities support the efficient and effective management of cases presented to the Surgery Department both as primary referrals and via the emergency service. The intern works cooperatively with, and under supervision of the surgical specialists, registrar and resident. This affords a considerable opportunity for clinical and professional development with exposure to a wide range of surgical cases and is intended to foster the intern’s interest in further learning and facilitate their progression to advanced clinical training in the discipline. This will require a balanced approach to capitalising on learning opportunities and attendance to clinical duties, requiring initiative, self-motivation and enthusiasm in both aspects of this role. Specifically, the regular duties of the surgery intern include: Assistance with admission of patients to, and discharge from, the hospital Organisation and preparation for anaesthesia of surgical patients Induction of anaesthesia and supervision of anaesthetic monitoring by surgical nurses Providing assistance to, and guidance of, the surgical nurses in the preparation of patients for surgery Scrubbed assistance in surgery Supervision and management of patient recovery Review of patient treatment/hospital charts Brief evening rounds with the responsible ICU clinician to transfer case responsibility overnight Assistance with diagnostic imaging investigations including radiographs, CT and MRI examinations after appropriate training and licensing requirements have been met Preparation of surgical reports relating to procedures that the intern has been involved in as the assistant surgeon Thorough examination, assessment and care of any hospitalised surgery patients Preparation of daily inpatient records for hospitalised surgery patients Timely and comprehensive reporting to the specialists on the condition of their inpatients Communication with clients and referring veterinarians on behalf of the surgeons when requested Participation in, and contribution to, weekly surgery rounds/journal club sessions Minimum Requirements: Candidates must be eligible for veterinary registration in Victoria and have excellent communication skills and work ethic, as well as a strong knowledge base on which to build Clinical experience is desirable but not essential This position is suited to a highly motivated vet seeking to further their skills and knowledge in Small Animal Surgery Team coherence is extremely important to us and we value someone who is a team player and an active learner What We Offer Mentorship and Guidance: Our team of skilled surgeons, vets and nurses will provide mentorship and guidance throughout your internship, ensuring your professional development and continued success. Interns interested in pursuing specialisation will be encouraged to seek residency training following the completion of the internship. Diverse Case Load: Our hospital sees a wide variety of cases from the Emergency department as well as referrals from referring practices all over Victoria, NSW and Tasmania, offering you exposure to complex surgical procedures. Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to providing the best care for our patients. Professional Development: Take advantage of our comprehensive internal continuing education program, which includes regular seminars, journal club, workshops, and case discussions. Work-Life Balance: Although emergencies can be unpredictable, we believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our flexible scheduling ensures you have time to relax and recharge, including 4 weeks of annual leave and 1 week of study leave. Location: Melbourne is a vibrant city with exceptional access to cultural events and sporting activities, fine-dining and natural beauty. To apply: Send your cover letter and resume here or for more information you are welcome to contact Shauna James on #J-18808-Ljbffr