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Veterinary Voices

Julie South | Veterinary Recruitment Marketing Strategist

Most vet clinics are proud of their culture. They know it"s special — it"s what makes them tick. What they don"t know is how to share those stories in ways that mean something to other vets and nurses.That"s culture storytelling. And Julie South — founder of VetClinicJobs — shows vet clinics how to do it.You"ll hear real vets and nurses talking about what it"s actually like to work at their clinics. Not the polished corporate version — the real moments that show how teams handle pressure, support

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28:45

High Street Vet Surgery - Real Stories, Real Culture:...

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2025/08/22

Send us a textWhy do these veterinary professionals actually want to return to their former workplace - when most people see going back as a backward step?In this episode, Julie South chats with three High Street Vets team members whose stories corroborate everything we've heard in episodes 1001-1005, revealing the workplace culture that's creating extraordinary loyalty:Megan's "coming home" story - Why she genuinely wanted to return after leaving for family reasons, defying

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18:14

High Street Vet Surgery - The Regional Clinic...

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2025/08/21

Send us a textWhat happens when a clinic gives you 30-minute consults, supports your specialisation interests, and has technology that surprises 5y Veterinary Students?In this special High Street Vet Series episode - showcasing Employers of Choice - Julie South sits down with Dr. Virginia Grice to discover what it's really like working at this Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia clinic. Dr Virginia's got three decades under her belt across three different States, but what she found at High

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16:52

High Street Vet Surgery - She Tried to Quit But Never...

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2025/08/20

Send us a text11 years at the same practice - with a 90-minute commute each way. Every single day.While most veterinary practices struggle with either recruitment or retention, Jamee Robertson at High Street Vet Surgery in Rockhampton (Queensland, Australia) has a different story. She tried to resign once but never actually left. She's grown through multiple roles, from unqualified newcomer to practice manager to her current admin position, and she still can't imagine working anywhere

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14:07

Handling Salary Discussions in Your Job Ads: The...

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2025/08/19

Send us a textYou've decided to include salary information in your job adverts. But now you're staring at a blank screen wondering: do I just write "$120,000" and call it done? How do I handle different experience levels? What if current employees see this?Here's the likely reality: knowing you should include salary is one thing—knowing how to do it effectively without creating problems is entirely another. Most practices either go too vague ("competitive salary")

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18:58

Dr Jocelyn Birch Baker: 'The Intent is Good' - Team...

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2025/08/15

Send us a textWhat does it look like when a clinic's first rule is "the intent is good" and they actually mean it?Dr Jocelyn Birch Baker reveals the five values and team culture that make High Street Vet Surgery work - from morning gratitude sessions to their "no blame policy" and why communication is everything.Dr Jocelyn talks about:The five values built by the entire team: team, professional, empathy, integrity, relationships"No blame policy" - when things go

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16:16

Dr Jocelyn Birch Baker: The Technology That...

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2025/08/14

Send us a textWhat would it feel like to work somewhere with endoscopes, dental X-rays, and EasyVet templates that eliminate emergency panic?Dr Jocelyn Birch Baker reveals how High Street Vet Surgery's comprehensive technology setup changes everything - and why her team begged her not to go back to shorter appointments after experiencing 30-minute consults implemented during the Covid Pandemic.Dr Jocelyn talks about:The financial shift from "front of clinic" quick turnover to

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22:02

30-Minute Consults as Standard: Dr Jocelyn Birch...

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2025/08/13

Send us a textAs a Veterinary Professional, have you ever dreamed and wondered what it would be like to work somewhere with 30 minute consults... where you weren't constantly chasing your tail every day... where you could genuinely connect with clients and provide the best care possible...?Listen in as Julie South catches up with Dr Jocelyn Birch Baker - owner of High Street Vet Surgery in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia.Dr Jocelyn talks about:How Cubex systems eliminate S8 paperwork stress

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14:22

How to Get Over the Salary Heebie-Jeebies in Your Job...

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2025/08/12

Send us a textYou know you should include salary ranges in your job adverts. You've probably read the articles, heard the advice, maybe even started typing a figure... then deleted it again.There's something about putting that number out there that gives vet clinic practice owners the absolute heebie-jeebies. But what if I told you that this fear is costing you 80% of your potential applicants?Here's what's actually happening: while you're worried about revealing

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13:17

Application Processes That Actually Work for Everyone...

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2025/08/05

Send us a textYou can have the perfect job advert, but if your application process creates black holes and frustration, you'll lose great people and damage your reputation.Join host Julie South as she exposes the uncomfortable truth about how veterinary clinics are unknowingly sabotaging their hiring success through terrible application experiences. Because in a small industry like veterinary medicine, every ignored application becomes word-of-mouth damage control.You'll discover:Why the

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12:47

Job Ads That Win Without Big Benefits Packages - ep.230

Veterinary Voices ·

2025/07/29

Send us a textMost veterinary clinics don't offer extensive benefits packages—and today, you'll discover why that doesn't have to stop you from attracting great veterinary professionals.Join host Julie South as she reveals why trying to compete with "benefits" is the wrong strategy and how to showcase the genuine value your clinic offers that money can't buy. Because veterinary professionals aren't just chasing benefits—they're looking for workplaces where

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12:06

Veterinary Job Ad Opening Paragraphs That Entice...

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2025/07/22

Send us a text You've got their attention with your job title—now you have exactly 10 seconds to convince them not to hit the back button. Join host Julie South as she reveals why "We are a busy small animal practice seeking a veterinarian" is killing your hiring success before jobseekers even get to your amazing benefits. Your opening paragraph is make-or-break territory, and most practices are getting it completely wrong. You'll discover: Why jobseekers abandon job adverts within seconds (a...

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11:30

Writing Compelling Job Titles That Actually Get...

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2025/07/15

Send us a text Your job title has just 3 seconds to stop veterinary professionals from scrolling past your opportunity—are you making them count? Join host Julie South in this game-changing episode as she reveals why "Veterinarian Required" and "Vet Nurse Position" are killing your hiring success. If you're tired of posting job adverts that disappear into the void, this episode could be your wake-up call. You'll discover: The harsh reality of why generic job titles are costing you the best ve...

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9:10

Must-Haves vs Nice-to-Haves: Vet Clinic Job Ad...

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2025/07/08

Send us a text We tackle how writing effective job requirements can transform your veterinary clinic's hiring success by focusing on potential rather than unrealistic wishlists. The perfect veterinary team member often doesn't check every box but brings the right attitude and growth mindset to thrive in your specific environment. What Julie South covers in this episode: • Too many job adverts read like impossible wishlists rather than realistic requirements • Understanding the crucia...

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11:44

How to Showcase Your Clinic's True Culture in...

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2025/06/30

Send us a text In today's competitive veterinary job market, skilled professionals have choices about where they work, making your clinic's culture your competitive advantage. This episode explores three practical strategies to showcase your genuine team culture in job ads to attract jobseekers who'll be the perfect cultural fit. • Culture isn't just a nice-to-have—it's what makes jobseekers choose your clinic over others • The "BBQ test": what team members would honestly say about your work...

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11:01

Reimagining Job Ads: From Boring Bullets to...

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2025/06/24

Send us a text Ever wondered why your veterinary job advertisements aren't attracting the right applicants? The answer might be simpler than you think. Welcome to Episode 225 of Veterinary Voices, where we kick off an exciting new series about how to advertise job vacancies to build your stellar teams in the veterinary profession. Today, we're diving into a game-changing approach that transformed one clinic's year-long recruitment struggle into a successful hire within just two months:...

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19:16

Employer of Choice Spotlight: A Chat with Recent Vet...

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2025/05/27

Send us a textRecent Massey University Veterinary Science Graduate, Dr Aodhan Wildbore, shares what truly matters for veterinary graduates starting their careers. His experience at Wanganui Vet Services showcases how essential proper mentoring is for new professionals – making the difference between thriving or leaving the profession entirely.Aodhan's no-holds-barred insights shatter common fears about first veterinary positions. "I actually don't feel like a new grad really," he

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19:41

Employer of Choice Spotlight: A Chat with Head Vet...

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2025/05/20

Send us a textEver wondered what makes a veterinary practice truly special? It's not just about the facilities or location—it's about creating a culture where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to use their full range of skills.In this chat with Bridget Swart, head veterinary nurse at Vets on Carlton in Whanganui, we talk about the daily rhythms of a clinic that's earned an impressive 4.7-star rating from its own employees. Bridget shares her journey as a

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27:43

Employer of Choice Spotlight: A Chat with Head...

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2025/05/13

Send us a textDiscover the heart and soul of rural veterinary practice through Dr Dave Rankin's eyes as he celebrates 30 years with Wanganui Vet Services - sister clinic to Vets on Carlton. Dr Dave's journey shows what makes a veterinary workplace truly special – the deep bonds formed with farming families across generations, the satisfaction of mentoring young professionals, and the joy of practicing diverse medicine from pregnancy testing cattle to performing emergency small animal

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17:49

Employer of Choice Spotlight: A Chat with Dianna of...

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2025/05/05

Send us a textWhat does it take to be a Veterinary Clinic "Employer of Choice" - Julie South catches up with Dianna - Head of Reception at Wanganui Vet Services (sister clinic of Vets on Carlton).If you're a veterinary professional looking to make your next move and Companion Animals is your thing, you owe it to yourself to check out Vets on Carlton in Whanganui.Dianna shares her 16-year journey at Wanganui Vet Services and Vets on Carlton, revealing what makes this veterinary

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34:25

Employer of Choice Spotlight: A Chat with Tom...

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2025/04/29

Send us a text What happens when a non-veterinarian takes the helm of a veterinary practice? In this chat, Tom Dinwiddie reveals how his business background and people-first approach have transformed Wanganui Veterinary Services and Vets on Carlton into genuine Employers of Choice in New Zealand's veterinary landscape. At the heart of Tom's management philosophy lies a refreshing commitment to autonomy and accountability. "We allow people to make their own decisions and work autonomously," h...

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