Q fever
Q fever vaccination is recommended for all people who are working in, or intend to work in the veterinary field.
Q fever is caused by Coxiella burnetii, is a serious zoonotic disease in humans with a worldwide distribution. Many species of animals (commonly cattle, sheep, goats but also cats and dogs) are capable of transmitting C. burnetii, and consequently all veterinary staff are potentially at risk. Australia is the only country to have a licensed Q fever vaccine (QVax). Almost all, if not all, Australian veterinary graduates are vaccinated but overseas graduates, veterinary nurses and kennel staff should not be overlooked. The vaccine has been used in Australia for many years however still there are over 600 notifications across Australia annually. For more information visit http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/q-fever-veterinary-staff.aspx
Hendra
Overseas Vets working with horses in Australia should be aware of Hendra virus. Hendra virus infection in people can be fatal. http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/factsheets/Pages/hendra_virus.aspx
Australian Bat Lyssavirus
ABLV infection can occur after being scratched or bitten by bats in Australia. Only people who have been vaccinated against rabies should handle bats or flying foxes. For more information see http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/infectious/factsheets/pages/rabies-australian-bat-lyssavirus-infection.aspx
Author:
Wendy Nathan
Kookaburra Veterinary Employment
November 2017
This information includes the views and opinions of Kookaburra Veterinary Employment and is of a general nature only. Factual information is believed to be correct at the time of writing, however, should not be relied upon and any person should confirm details with the relevant authorities and through their own research prior to acting on any of the suggestions in this article.
28/11/2017 | Wendy
Some of the most common questions that we get asked at Kookaburra Vets relate to Salary levels. Thanks to all the vets who participated in our survey – the more vets who reply, the more useful this information is. We hope that in future years more of you will take the small amount of time required to complete our survey. We asked for full time annual salary range not including Super.
Minimum pay rates and conditions are set in the Animal Care and Veterinary Services Award, which you can find using Google, or at https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/documents/modern_awards/award/ma000118/default.htm
Thank you to everyone who also submitted ideas for collection of other information for future surveys.
2016 Survey Results
Results
( 336 Respondents)
Full Time Salaries – All Types of Practice
Locum Rates
Hourly rates for locums and casual vets. There was no statistical difference between vets working in mixed, equine and small animal practice. Rates below $30 an hour were excluded as likely to be permanent part time rates.
| 2017 Results
Total Number of Responses 70
Average rate (mean) $56.23
Minimum $35
Maximum $80
Median $55 |
2016 Results
Total Number of Responses 79
Average rate (mean) $53.40
Minimum $33
Maximum $75
Median $55 |
Experience Range of Locum Vets:
Full Time Salaries – Small Animal Practice
Full Time Salaries – Mixed Practice
Full Time Salaries – Equine Practice
Full Time Salaries – Industry and Non-General Practice
Male vs Female Salaries
Future Plans
Associates – Current Job Classification
Where Do Associates Plan to be in 5 years’ time?
Practice Owners – Current Job Classification
Where Do Practice Owners Plan to be in 5 years’ time?
© Copyright Kookaburra Veterinary Employment
24th July 2017
24/07/2017 | Wendy
Some of the most common questions that we get asked at Kookaburra Veterinary Employment relate to Salary levels. We’d appreciate if you would help us collect some up to date information by completing this short anonymous survey, if you are a veterinarian currently working in Australia. The more vets reply, the more useful this information is. In 2016 we received replies from 255 vets – help us beat this number!
The results will be available on request from Kookaburra Vets, however, if you wish to provide us with your email address we will also email you a copy. Thank you for your help.
Follow this link to complete the survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/kookaburra
25/04/2017 | Wendy
02/02/2017 | Wendy
Some of the most common questions that we get asked at Kookaburra Vets relate to Salary levels. Thanks to all the vets who participated in our survey – the more vets who reply, the more useful this information is. We hope that in future years more of you will take the small amount of time required to complete our survey. We asked for full time annual salary range not including Super.
Minimum pay rates and conditions are set in the Animal Care and Veterinary Services Award, which you can find using Google, or at https://www.fwc.gov.au/documents/documents/modern_awards/award/ma000118/default.htm
Results
( as of 8th April 2016 – 255 Respondents)
Locum Rates
Hourly rates for locums and casual vets. There was no statistical difference between vets working in mixed, equine and small animal practice. Rates below $30 an hour were excluded as likely to be permanent part time rates.
Total Number of Responses 79
Average rate (mean) $53.40
Minimum $33
Maximum $75
Median $55
Small Animal Practice
Mixed Practice
Equine Practice
Male vs Female Salaries
Future Plans
© Copyright Kookaburra Veterinary Employment
8th April 2016
11/04/2016 | Wendy
Are you an employer of a Working Holiday Maker (visa subclass 417 or 462 holders)? If so, the way that you withhold tax has changed from 1st January 2017, and you have to register with the ATO. For more information, go to