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April 23, 2024
Massey University
Palmerston North
Practicing Veterinarian | ECC
Practicing Veterinarian – Pet Emergency Centre
Position Purpose: To provide high quality companion animal veterinary services to first-
opinion clients of the Massey University Veterinary Teaching Hospital
and to enable the practical teaching of companion animal medicine to
undergraduate students and interns.
Department: Veterinary Teaching Hospital withing the School of Veterinary Science
Location: Manawatu campus
The appointee will be accountable to the Head of School through the
Reports to:
VTH Group Leader Academic (First Opinion) and through the VTH
Director.
Responsible for: Nil
Delegations: Nil
Job Title: Veterinarian
Internal
Key relationships:
Practice Manager
Group Leader
So VS staff
VTH Director
So VS Executive
Head of School
External
Client practices and veterinarians
Professional bodies
Massey University: We are a world-leading university in many academic disciplines and fields
of research. Our point of difference is research that is connected to
community and industry. Our researchers are developing expertise and
skills to advance human knowledge and understanding. Working together
across disciplines and locations, we solve national and global problems
through fundamental, applied and interdisciplinary research, while
culturally and artistically enriching our world.
We are deeply committed to being a Te Tiriti-led university,
demonstrating authentic leadership in contemporary Aotearoa New
Zealand as we uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the founding document of our
nation, and its principles through our practice. We embrace this not just
as an obligation but as a real opportunity for the nation and its people.
Our educators are preparing a new generation of global leaders. Our
students are diverse and are attracted to Massey because they want to
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Position Purpose: To provide high quality companion animal veterinary services to first-
opinion clients of the Massey University Veterinary Teaching Hospital
and to enable the practical teaching of companion animal medicine to
undergraduate students and interns.
Department: Veterinary Teaching Hospital withing the School of Veterinary Science
Location: Manawatu campus
The appointee will be accountable to the Head of School through the
Reports to:
VTH Group Leader Academic (First Opinion) and through the VTH
Director.
Responsible for: Nil
Delegations: Nil
Job Title: Veterinarian
Internal
Key relationships:
Practice Manager
Group Leader
So VS staff
VTH Director
So VS Executive
Head of School
External
Client practices and veterinarians
Professional bodies
Massey University: We are a world-leading university in many academic disciplines and fields
of research. Our point of difference is research that is connected to
community and industry. Our researchers are developing expertise and
skills to advance human knowledge and understanding. Working together
across disciplines and locations, we solve national and global problems
through fundamental, applied and interdisciplinary research, while
culturally and artistically enriching our world.
We are deeply committed to being a Te Tiriti-led university,
demonstrating authentic leadership in contemporary Aotearoa New
Zealand as we uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi, the founding document of our
nation, and its principles through our practice. We embrace this not just
as an obligation but as a real opportunity for the nation and its people.
Our educators are preparing a new generation of global leaders. Our
students are diverse and are attracted to Massey because they want to
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achieve their personal goals or make their mark in the world. They
experience world-class learning that recognises their intellectual and
cultural strengths, expands their horizons and prepares them to
contribute to a rapidly transforming world with skills, critical and creative
thinking and leadership.
We will be renowned for our passion and caring attitude. All Massey
campuses will be innovation ecosystems, acting as magnets for smart
enterprises. Wherever we are, we will operate in partnerships founded
on respect, trust and mutual benefit. Massey is not only defined by what
we do, but by how we do it.
The School of Veterinary Science advances knowledge in animal health
About this area
and welfare, biosecurity, conservation and sustainable productivity. We
are a world-leader in our field, working with governments, other
universities, international and national organisations and companies to
improve animal health and production, and human health. We have over
1000 students, 250 staff and 170 research programmes
Massey core capabilities
At Massey we are Tiriti-led, upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles through our practice, we:
demonstrates that we respect and value Māori conventions in appropriate settings. At Massey we work together with mutual respect and caring. we:
supporting all safety and wellbeing initiatives: and by actively engaging in health and safety
improvement opportunities.
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experience world-class learning that recognises their intellectual and
cultural strengths, expands their horizons and prepares them to
contribute to a rapidly transforming world with skills, critical and creative
thinking and leadership.
We will be renowned for our passion and caring attitude. All Massey
campuses will be innovation ecosystems, acting as magnets for smart
enterprises. Wherever we are, we will operate in partnerships founded
on respect, trust and mutual benefit. Massey is not only defined by what
we do, but by how we do it.
The School of Veterinary Science advances knowledge in animal health
About this area
and welfare, biosecurity, conservation and sustainable productivity. We
are a world-leader in our field, working with governments, other
universities, international and national organisations and companies to
improve animal health and production, and human health. We have over
1000 students, 250 staff and 170 research programmes
Massey core capabilities
At Massey we are Tiriti-led, upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles through our practice, we:
- Demonstrate awareness of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its contribution to Aotearoa New Zealand
- Understand the relevance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in relation to the work of the University and
- Embracing Te Reo in relevant and practical ways in our workplace interactions and engagement
demonstrates that we respect and value Māori conventions in appropriate settings. At Massey we work together with mutual respect and caring. we:
- Act with integrity and trustworthiness and give credit to others for the work they do.
- Work cooperatively and inter-dependently to foster and promote the One University approach
- Share knowledge and communicate professionally with courtesy and mutual respect.
- Are ethical in all transactions, working within the parameters of our policies and procedures.
- Are direct, truthful and maintain confidentiality.
- Seek to understand and appreciate our differences.
- Are ethical in all transactions, working within the parameters of our policies and procedures.
- Are direct, truthful and maintain confidentiality.
- Seek to understand and appreciate our differences
- Keep ourselves and others safe; work together to embrace with the University's health, safety
supporting all safety and wellbeing initiatives: and by actively engaging in health and safety
improvement opportunities.
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At Massey we are future-focused, results- oriented and strive for excellence. we:
Accountability 1 Providing client-focused clinical service in the Pet Emergency Centre
(MUPEC) on behalf of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Helping to
develop the quality and scope of the service.
Your clinical teaching and service duties will make up the majority of
your role.
Accountability 2 Participating in the after-hours roster on a shared basis with other
clinicians in the team.
Accountability 3 Participating in clinical instruction for veterinary students, postgraduate
students and interns.
Accountability 6 Working collaboratively with the Practice Manager and appropriate
clinical teams to deliver a high quality clinical service.
Accountability 7 Acting to minimise threats to health and safety of staff and students.
Accountability 8 Ensuring that all teaching, research and other activities which involve the
use of animals or their tissues are conducted according to the law and
conform with requirements of the Massey University Code of Ethical
Conduct for the use of Live Animals for Teaching and Research.
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- Take ownership and responsibility for delivering results to support achievement of University
- Provide the best quality services to our customers (internal and external) ensuring our
- Deliver or support world-class research, teaching and learning and citizenship.
- Take personal responsibility for our performance, take pride in doing our job well, and commit
- Are motivated and create a positive working environment where our values are reinforced.
- Anticipate and respond with agility and resilience to the changing needs of the University and
- Seek ways to improve our services to deliver in an efficient and effective way.
- Embrace technology and apply this innovatively to better meet the needs of those we serve.
- Challenge ourselves to reach our potential and help bring out the best in others.
- Understand how what we do contributes to the objectives of the University.
Accountability 1 Providing client-focused clinical service in the Pet Emergency Centre
(MUPEC) on behalf of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. Helping to
develop the quality and scope of the service.
Your clinical teaching and service duties will make up the majority of
your role.
Accountability 2 Participating in the after-hours roster on a shared basis with other
clinicians in the team.
Accountability 3 Participating in clinical instruction for veterinary students, postgraduate
students and interns.
Accountability 6 Working collaboratively with the Practice Manager and appropriate
clinical teams to deliver a high quality clinical service.
Accountability 7 Acting to minimise threats to health and safety of staff and students.
Accountability 8 Ensuring that all teaching, research and other activities which involve the
use of animals or their tissues are conducted according to the law and
conform with requirements of the Massey University Code of Ethical
Conduct for the use of Live Animals for Teaching and Research.
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Accountability 9 Contributing to the administrative needs of the University, internally and
externally, by participating in School, College and University functions as
carried out by Boards, Committees, working parties, groups and offices
as may be required or approved from time to time by the Head of
School.
Accountability 10 Promoting University academic and professional interests by serving
government, community, professional, educational or other
organisations in external capacities which use and disseminate specialist
academic and technical knowledge, skills and other expertise, as
approved from time to time by the Head of School.
Accountability 11 Contributing to continuing education and professional development for
veterinarians.
Accountability 12 Other reasonable duties as specified by the Head of School.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications: A veterinary degree that can be immediately registered with the
Veterinary Council of New Zealand is essential.
An advanced degree (e.g. Masterate or Ph D) is desirable but not
essential.
Experience•: At least 2 years of experience in clinical companion animal practice
including the management of emergency cases is essential.
Personal attributes The candidate must be passionate about clinical service and teaching.
and behaviours: The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and be
willing and able to foster high-class working relationships with our
students, residents, interns, staff, and clients.
The Pet Emergency Centre is a 24-hour service, so the candidate will be
expected to participate in a range of shifts in rotation with the other
clinicians in the service.
Pre-employment checks
Proof of attainment of veterinary qualification that is registrable in New
Zealand.
Requirement to hold and maintain a full and valid New Zealand driver’s
licence
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externally, by participating in School, College and University functions as
carried out by Boards, Committees, working parties, groups and offices
as may be required or approved from time to time by the Head of
School.
Accountability 10 Promoting University academic and professional interests by serving
government, community, professional, educational or other
organisations in external capacities which use and disseminate specialist
academic and technical knowledge, skills and other expertise, as
approved from time to time by the Head of School.
Accountability 11 Contributing to continuing education and professional development for
veterinarians.
Accountability 12 Other reasonable duties as specified by the Head of School.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications: A veterinary degree that can be immediately registered with the
Veterinary Council of New Zealand is essential.
An advanced degree (e.g. Masterate or Ph D) is desirable but not
essential.
Experience•: At least 2 years of experience in clinical companion animal practice
including the management of emergency cases is essential.
Personal attributes The candidate must be passionate about clinical service and teaching.
and behaviours: The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and be
willing and able to foster high-class working relationships with our
students, residents, interns, staff, and clients.
The Pet Emergency Centre is a 24-hour service, so the candidate will be
expected to participate in a range of shifts in rotation with the other
clinicians in the service.
Pre-employment checks
Proof of attainment of veterinary qualification that is registrable in New
Zealand.
Requirement to hold and maintain a full and valid New Zealand driver’s
licence
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