Expressions of Interest to review and update the resource “Guidelines for Prescribing, Authorising and Dispensing Veterinary Medicines”

“Guidelines for Prescribing, Authorising and Dispensing Veterinary Medicines” is a resource that was developed in 2005 and updated in 2013. The only part which has been revised since that time is Appendix 15 (antimicrobial use), updated in 2023.

The veterinarian’s authority to prescribe and supply regulated veterinary medicines carries significant legal and ethical responsibilities. The guidelines are regarded as the minimum standard expected from a veterinary practitioner exercising reasonable skill and care in the treatment of animals. As it is now over 10 years since the full document has been reviewed, an update is required.

The project would require

• Reviewing and updating the current document (with the exception of Appendix 15) in consultation with species subject matter experts;
• Review of current legislation and updating content where changes have occurred in any jurisdictions.

The AVA is looking for an individual with subject matter expertise in this area to undertake this review. A budget has been allocated to this project and the work would be contracted. It is estimated this would require a commitment of around 100 hours.

If you are interested, have expertise in regulatory compliance and are confident to critique and consolidate scientific literature and legislation into a review document, please submit an expression of interest to: publicvetaffairs@ava.com.au.

Applications close 10 June 2024.