Job Type: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Contract: 6 - 12 months, with the opportunity to renew for the right candidate

Hours: Full-Time or Part-Time applicants welcome

Annual Salary: $15,600 - $36,000 USD (After Tax)

Location: Boeung Keng Kang 1, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Date posted: 30th Aug 2022 

About Us:

VSL Veterinary Clinic is an international companion animal veterinary practice located in Boeung Keng Kang 1, Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia.

Founded and headed by English RVC graduate Dr Lauren Marsden, we aim to provide gold standard care & excellent client communication to the pet owners of Phnom Penh and beyond.

We pride ourselves on having a diverse and multicultural team of animal lovers and special interest veterinarians at VSL. Candidates should be patient and comfortable dealing with owners across a broad spectrum of socioeconomic backgrounds, who may not speak English as a first language (our local staff are excellent translators).

Cambodia has a multitude of sick, stray, abused and abandoned small animals and it's our mission to improve the level of care they receive by normalising high veterinary care standards. Candidates can expect many case studies unique to the southeast Asia region that are otherwise rare in the western world, thus offering a unique and hands-on experience from the comfort of our modern, fully equipped clinic.         

We are also proud to support ‘Animal Rescue Cambodia’. ARC is a leading animal welfare organisation in Phnom Penh. Their mission is to tackle overpopulation through neutering programs, educate local communities about animal welfare, and improve the quality of veterinary care in Cambodia through training. 

What we’re looking for:

We are offering candidates a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to relocate to Cambodia and develop their veterinary careers. We strongly encourage international applicants to apply!

We are seeking a new, qualified veterinarian to join our small but passionate team at the Phnom Penh practice to fulfil either a full-time or part-time, salaried position, on a  6 - 12 month minimum contract with the option to renew further.

Assistance will be provided with every step of the way, and formalities such as visas and working permits are covered by us as the employer.

About You:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and committed veterinarian who practices and performs to a high standard of care in small animal medicine and surgery. Additionally, you will have:

- 5+ years of previous experience as a qualified veterinarian (preferred) - However more recent graduates are also encouraged to apply subject to experience, specialities and qualifications. (Please specify in your cover letter or resume)

- Well-developed clinical and soft tissue surgical skills (confidence in spay/neuter surgery is essential)

- Sound emotional maturity and animal welfare ethics

- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills

- Fluent in English. This is the predominant language spoken in the clinic, but the ability to speak another language is advantageous, particularly Mandarin as we get many Chinese clients

- Strong leadership skills and ability to delegate tasks effectively

- Independence, flexibility, a passion for animal welfare and a sense of adventure as the driving force behind relocating to Cambodia

On a day-to-day basis you will be:

- Assessing and examining patients, and diagnosing their medical issues

- Conducting laboratory tests on specimens to diagnose medical conditions

- Conducting diagnostic imaging and ultrasound examinations

- Performing surgery, dressing and treating wounds, and prescribing medication

- Promoting preventative care by advocating and administering routine vaccinations, and by educating clients on positive diet and lifestyle choices for pets

- Improving patients' dental health by performing checkups, and cleaning and extracting teeth

- Euthanising patients

- Ensuring compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures

- Maintaining patients' medical records and communicating with the nursing, reception and management team

What we can offer you:

- Flexible Monday - Friday working hours, rotating weekend shifts, no out of hours

- 30 minute consultations

- Paid holiday and sick leave following Cambodian employment law

- Overtime is recorded by the minute

- VIN membership is paid by us the employer

- An annual CPD allowance of $350

- The use of Teleos Practice Management Software

- Varied caseload comprising of both small animal medicine, surgery and animal welfare

- Internal support where needed from the other VSL team members (special interests in areas such as orthopaedics, dermatology, soft tissue surgery, tropical disease, animal behaviour and pet import/export requirements)

- We have a wonderful team of both international and Cambodian staff who are very welcoming, will support you in your role and work cooperatively in a tight-knit team

- Assistance in acquiring necessary Cambodian working permits and visas

- Advise when organising vaccinations, travel, accommodation and local banking when relocating and settling into life in Cambodia 

Get in contact:

If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm to be successful in this role, please send applications or enquiries to info@vslveterinary.com, ensuring you include the following:

- A cover letter in Word or PDF format

- A current resume in Word or PDF format

The successful applicant will be required to complete satisfactory background screening checks and provide references.

VSL is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

Job Type: Receptionist

Contract: 6 - 12 months, with the opportunity to renew further

Hours: 45 hours per week

Monthly Salary: $350 after tax (increasing to $400 after probation period)

Location: Boeung Keng Kang 1, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Date posted: 22nd September 2022

Clinic Opening Hours:

Weekdays: Monday - Friday 9-7pm
Weekend: Saturday 9-7pm, Sunday 9-5pm

Receptionist Duties:

- Welcoming clients and registering patients
- Answering the phone, social media messages and email
- Answering customer questions and making bookings
- Using Teleos Practice Management software (full training will be provided)
- Translation between English and Khmer
- Administrative tasks, stocktaking, making orders
- Ensuring reception is tidy & well-stocked
- Working with and assisting the other staff members
- Basic accounting and the handling of cash and ABA payments

Requirements:

- Must have excellent English and Khmer written & spoken skills
- A friendly & welcoming demeanour
- Team player
- Previous experience in a public-facing role is required
- Chinese language is an asset
- Must have a love for animals and feel comfortable working around cats & dogs

Get in contact:

If you have the skills, experience and enthusiasm to be successful in this role, please send applications or enquiries to info@vslveterinary.com, ensuring you include the following:

- A cover letter in Word or PDF format
- A current resume in Word or PDF format

VSL is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.