Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - ACT
Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital, Fadden, Canberra (posted 5th May)
Permanent, Full Time Veterinary Nurse
We are a modern progressive small animal veterinary practice seeking a full time Veterinary Nurse.
Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital is a highly regarded practice, serving Canberra for over 30 years. We are a busy privately owned hospital, growing by word of mouth. We have a dedicated team of 35 plus staff with a range of experience and expertise. We have a record of long staff retention and offer a supportive team culture. We achieve this, by investing in the wellbeing and development of our team members to support their success.
Tuggeranong Veterinary Hospital promotes the joy of pet ownership and cultivates long term client relationships that are based on a high standard of care.
The Role
With a modern purpose built 100% small animal hospital with modern equipment, the successful candidate will undertake a variety of nursing duties including in house blood testing, dental x- rays, assistance with ultrasound and surgical support including pre meds, anaesthetic monitoring, cruciate and fracture repair, desexing and dentals to name a few.
This is a permanent full-time role, rostered from Monday to Friday, and every second Saturday with no afterhours.
Who we need
- The successful candidate will have Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing;
- Will be a strong performer across clinical nursing;
- Has a high level of customer service skills and the ability to develop their knowledge and skills of Cornerstone;
- Is a team player;
- Works within OH&S and Company policies.
What we offer
- Above Award wage;
- We provide a comprehensive induction program to set you up for success in your role;
- Ongoing practical training and development including online courses;
- Supportive and professional culture with a team dedicated to working in collaboration and sharing knowledge;
- Free parking
To Apply
If you would like to realise your potential and make a difference to the wellbeing of our patients, we would encourage you to apply by emailing your resume with a cover letter and mark it attention to:
The Business Manager: Colleen Black
Email: accounts@tuggeranongvet.com
Phone: 02 6291 7711
Thank you.
Northside Veterinary Centre, Braddon Canberra ACT (posted 30th April)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time / Part time
Northside Veterinary Centre is a non-corporate, locally owned and run clinic. We are a team of passionate, fun and supportive vets, nurses, kennel hands and receptionists. We advocate and aim for fear-free veterinary care and our clinic is an ISFM Gold Accredited Cat-Friendly Clinic.
This is an additional appointment to our current team. We are looking for another honest, hardworking, and experienced nurse to join our team. We encourage and support ongoing learning and offer a great work-life balance, by understanding that life also exists outside of work.
The primary role of this position is to provide a high level of care to both medical and surgical patients using our vast range of veterinary equipment - multiparameter vital sign monitors, doppler, surgical and dental bair hugger, iM3 dental machines and dental x-ray, inspired air heaters, full IDEXX pathology suite, oxygen and heated recovery cages. We have a varied caseload with a percentage of dental and medical referral work that keep us on our toes.
The clinic currently opens 8am-6pm Monday-Friday and 8.30am-4pm Saturday. We are closed Sundays and all public holidays.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be comfortable with all aspects of clinical nursing
- Be able to work in a team and also be self-motivated
- Be able to work a rotating roster, including some Saturdays
- Have high standards and attention to detail, with exceptional customer service and
- strong communication skills
Be confident and competent in routine and emergency situations
- Scope to take on significant responsibilities training junior vet nurse staff if this is your passion
- Most of all know how to have fun and have a laugh
We shall offer:
- An environment that will challenge your skills and knowledge
- Part time employment can be discussed for the right candidate.
- Parking in Braddon
- Above award wages
Please forward your cover letter and resume to: libby.adamson@northsidevet.com.au
Gungahlin Veterinary Hospital, Northern Canberra (posted 19th April)
PART TIME/CASUAL VETERINARY NURSE POSITION AVAILABLE
Gungahlin Veterinary Hospital/Gungahlin Cat Hospital
Who we are….
Gungahlin Veterinary Services, comprising of Gungahlin Veterinary Hospital and the co-located Gungahlin Cat Hospital, is looking for a part-time or casual veterinary nurse to join our passionate team of highly skilled veterinarians, caring veterinary nurses, dedicated receptionists and support staff. We are an ASAV Accredited Hospital of Excellence, working from a purpose-built hospital equipped with a full complement of equipment for diagnosis and surgery of most small animal problems.
Come and join our hard-working and fun-loving team! Check out our website at www.gungahlinvet.com.au to learn more about us.
The role on offer…
The role will work across Gungahlin Veterinary Hospital and Gungahlin Cat Hospital, and exposure to a variety of different cases and responsibilities is guaranteed. All the cool stuff like oesophageal foreign bodies, surgeries and complicated procedures will be a normal day at the office, as well as dental work and general nursing. Some blended reception/nursing work is included on particular shifts
Working hours are rostered between the hours of 7:30 to 19:30 Mondays – Fridays and 8:00 to 16:30 on Saturdays. Working hours can be discussed in further detail with interested candidates – this position would be great for someone looking for work/life balance. There is no after hours, Sunday or public holiday work required as we are lucky enough to have a separate emergency service operating from our premises.
We are looking for someone who can tick the following boxes:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (preferred but not essential depending on experience)
- 2+ years of nursing experience as a qualified nurse is ideal, but more junior candidates are welcome to apply
- Exceptional customer service skills and emotional intelligence
- Excellent time management and the ability to remain professional and calm at all times even under stressful situations
- Punctuality and reliability
- The ability and confidence to handle many types of small animals, up to large dogs
- A team-player who is willing to make a long-term commitment to the role
Benefits of working at GCH/GVH:
- The workload is busy, challenging and varied
- We encourage staff to follow their fields of interest
- We support continuing education and VNCA membership, as well as AVNAT registration and an annual CPD allowance for qualified permanently employed nurses
- Team work is highly valued – you’ll be working with an excellent team of people with an importance placed on having a wonderful staff culture
- Remuneration is above-award according to qualifications and experience
- Access to free public parking a short walk (100m) from the practice, as well as a major shopping centre within walking distance.
Applications should be via email, addressed to Greta, at jobs@gungahlinvet.com.au. Alternatively, call the hospital on 02 6242 7276 and ask to speak with Greta to discuss the role further.
Small Friends Vet Hospital, Amaroo (posted 19th April) Qualified or Trainee Nurse
Full-Time Veterinary Nurse
We are looking for a friendly pet owner to join our happy team in Amaroo, ACT as a full time vet nurse.
Our vets and nurses offer our clients and their small friends an excellent level of care and our hospital is part of the local neighbourhood. We love our jobs, we love our patients and our clients know that they are part of the Small Friends “family”.
See photos here
Details of available position:
- 38 hours per week
- Duties include reception, in-patient care and surgery
- Roster includes some Saturday mornings 8:30am – 1:30pm
- Package includes superannuation, paid annual leave, personal leave etc.
- Suits a qualified nurse or trainee nurse with fulltime availability (studying via correspondence)
Why work at Small Friends Veterinary Hospital?
- You will join a wonderful & kind bunch of people who all love coming to work
- We have a very professional and friendly working environment
- We like to train our staff to be the best they can be, and we encourage our staff to develop their skills through in-house training and external education
- We keep a very clean workplace…it doesn’t smell! Well it doesn’t smell yuck, but it can often smell of baked goodies, hot chocolates or staff lunches!!!
What you need to have:
- A genuine interest in caring for small animals
- A dedication to the very highest standard of customer service for small friends and their owners
- A willingness to learn and an ability to pick things up quickly
- Good time management and a healthy work – life balance
- A keen attention to detail
- Completion of, or current enrolment in, Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing
- Availability Monday – Friday and some Saturdays to fit into our rolling roster
Interested?
Please email an application letter with your curriculum vitae to Small Friends Veterinary Hospital's practice manager, Annette Robertson Almond.
Email address:annette@smallfriends.com.au
Applications close Wednesday 12 May 2021
The Gables Veterinary Group, Monash Canberra (posted 16th March)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Do you enjoy working in a fabulous veterinary team?
Do you delight in delivering exceptional customer service and providing outstanding patient care?
Are you looking for an exciting work environment that will nurture your interests and encourage professional growth?
Are you enthusiastic, passionate and motivated about veterinary work?
YES?
Then this position is for you!
At ‘The Gables Veterinary Group’ we see a great number of interesting and unusual cases in the practice, in addition to the many ‘routine’ patients, seen.
With our extensive in-house clinical expertise and knowledge we are able to care for and treat the majority of our patients without the need for external referrals.
You would be an integral part of this awesome clinical team, utilising your skillset on a daily basis, to include;
- Anaesthetic monitoring (of our extensive surgery list, including a wide range of orthopaedic procedures)
- IV catheter placement, drip setup and monitoring
- Blood sampling
- BP testing
- Pre and post-surgery care of patients
- Welcoming people and their pets..(we have fab clients!) ie Reception
- A genuine love for pets and their owners
- Smiling
- A cup of coffee
Apply now!
Apply now by sending your CV to: ramtin.safrang@vetpartners.com.au
Inner South Veterinary Centre, Narrabundah ACT (posted 11th March)
The Hospital
Canberra is a fantastic place to live for those interested in physical activity, eating out, the arts, culture and the outdoors! Canberra has the best mountain biking in Australia.
Inner South Veterinary Centre is a busy 6-Vet hospital in Narrabundah, ACT with 6 amazing nurses and a fantastic team of receptionists. We are passionate about providing high standards of veterinary care. We come to work to do what we enjoy doing - helping improve the lives and wellbeing of animals and in turn doing the same for their owners. Our veterinarians, nurses and receptionists, all work together so that our clients furry, feathered or scaled family member gets the care and attention they deserve.
We have all types of fancy gadgets such as Ultrasound machine, Digital X-ray machine, Dental X-ray machine, In-house blood machines.
We are looking for an experienced Full-time veterinary nurse to join our nursing team.
Your Responsibilities
- Apply clinical nursing skills including routine anaesthetic and post-op recovery monitoring, blood draw and IV catheter placements.
- A high level of patient care standards and attention to detail.
- Ability to communicate well with fellow nursing staff, veterinary professionals and associated hospital team members.
- Be professional and punctual in the workplace.
Essential Criteria
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and a minimum of 1-2 years' clinical experience.
- Ability to work well and multitask in a busy hospital environment.
- A keen desire to deliver excellent standards of patient care and customer service at all times.
- Excellent general computer literacy.
- Strong animal handling skills
- A genuine love for animals and their people.
- Flexible availability.
If this sounds like the right role for you, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV to ramtin.safrang@vetpartners.com.au
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