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Vet Clinic Employer of Choice: VetsOne - Hawke's Bay NZ - Dr Mia Jane - Veterinarian | pt 1/2 | ep.1009

24 Oct 2025

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Dr Mia describes VetsOne as her "forever home" - and after hearing her story, you'll understand why.In this first part of our conversation with Dr Mia, you'll discover how a new graduate found a clinic that not only supported her transition from mixed to small animal practice, but actively championed her interest in herbal medicine when she could have been dismissed as "witchy" or "alternative."What you'll hear:How Dr Mia came to veterinary medicine as a mature student after trying (unsuccessfully) to make the desire go awayThe interview she did in leggings with no makeup on the day her dog died - and why the directors still offered her the jobHer transition from mixed animal to small animal work, and how VetsOne made it happen without resistanceWhy she's nicknamed "Witchy Poo" and how the team embraced her complementary herbal medicine interestsHow VetsOne supported her developing a separate herbal medicine business while working part-time in clinicThe reality of burnout, perfectionism, and why she left for 18 months before choosing to returnWhat it means to work in a team where diverse clinical interests aren't just tolerated - they're celebratedAbout VetsOne's current opportunity: VetsOne in Hastings, Hawke's Bay, is looking for a small animal veterinarian with leadership potential or experience to help guide their companion animal team. If you're drawn to a clinic that genuinely celebrates diverse clinical interests and supports professional growth in unconventional directions, this episode will show you what's possible.Part 2 coming next, where Dr Mia shares the practical realities of working at VetsOne - from after-hours arrangements to team huddles to what makes nurses her "favourite piece of kit."About This SeriesThis is part of the VetsOne Employer of Choice series on Veterinary Voices. When you hear multiple team members sharing genuine stories about what it's actually like to work somewhere - that's employer brand marketing in action. It's why VetsOne attracts veterinary professionals who genuinely want to be there, not just people responding to generic job ads.ResourcesPosition details: https://vetclinicjobs.com/VetsOneContact for Employer Brand Marketing support: Julie South, Tania Bruce, Lizzie SwansonThe Vet Clinic Employer Brand Job BoardVetClinicJobs: Build Your Vet Clinic Employer Brand. Do Your Own Recruitment. Better.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Struggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

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