Veterinary Practice Manager
Veterinary Practice Manager - SPCA Wellington
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 40 hours/week – Rostered Mon-Fri between 8.00am and 5.00pm
Location: SPCA Wellington (140 Alexandra Rd, Newtown, Wellington)
About the Role: Are you an experienced veterinary nurse with a passion for leadership and animal welfare? Join the SPCA Wellington veterinary team as our Head Veterinary Nurse.
In this role, you will lead a dedicated team of 6 Vet Nurses, ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment for our animals. This position uniquely blends clinical leadership with administrative duties, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You'll also have the opportunity to lead projects to improve hospital system, in collaboration with the Head Vet and implement these enhancements.
Additionally, you'll have the flexibility to organize community events, identifying and addressing gaps to further our mission and expand our outreach.
This role also offers an excellent opportunity to further develop and strengthen your nursing and leadership skills in a supportive and impactful setting.
What We Offer:
- Supportive Team Environment: Work with a compassionate and dedicated team.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy excellent pay rates.
- Professional Growth: Access to NZVNA membership, CPD allowance, and CPD leave.
- Work-Life Balance: A paid day off on your birthday.
- Impactful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of abandoned and in-need animals.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values sharing knowledge and experience, with a great sense of humour.
- Flexibility: Tailored hours for the right candidate to ensure the perfect fit.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Experienced Leader: Proven clinical and leadership skills in veterinary nursing.
- Efficient Multitasker: Ability to manage workloads effectively in a high-performance setting.
- Excellent Communicator: Strong communication and time management skills.
- Passionate About Animal Welfare: Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and dedicated to animal welfare.
- Empathetic and Resilient: Able to demonstrate empathy and resilience.
- Supportive Mentor: Capable of leading and supporting both staff members and volunteers.
- Community Focused: Keen to identify community needs and organize events to address these gaps.
About Us: SPCA is one of New Zealand's most beloved and respected charities, with a proud history of advocating for animal welfare since 1872. At SPCA Wellington, we care for animals that are lost, abandoned, injured, or abused. Every day is different, but every day makes a difference.
If you're ready to make a positive impact and work with a devoted team, we'd love to hear from you! Learn more about us at SPCA What We Do.
How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and how your skills meet our criteria. Applications without a cover letter will NOT be considered.
Applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Emma Passmore, Head Veterinarian, at emma.passmore@spca.nz.
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