Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - New South Wales
Somersby Animal Hospital, Central Coast (posted 23rd January) Full or Part Time Vet Nurse
Are you looking to join a practice that values and shares your care and compassion for patients and their owners? Do you want flexibility and be valued in your job? We want you to join our friendly highly motivated team in our modern practice.
Somersby Animal Hospital is a purpose built, state of the art, independently owned, multi-vet mixed practice. Our practice has been built in a peaceful, semi-rural environment on the Central Coast of NSW; it has a warm, inviting and relaxing atmosphere. We follow the “Fear Free” practice model.
Location:
Somersby is a 25minute drive up the M1 from the Wahroongah exit where we are 5 minutes off the exit and it is well serviced by public transport and railway to Gosford.
Our Clinic:
- Has a friendly, highly trained, dedicated and passionate team, who pride themselves on exceptional customer service.
- Is located in a high growth area with an increasing client base.
- Includes 4 large consultation rooms, a state of the art treatment area with Smartflow, modern spacious surgical suite and a fully equipped lab.
- Patient base includes small animal with the addition of horses, hobby farms and wildlife.
- Includes on site cat boarding facilities designed by a feline specialist
Position Requirements:
- The candidate should enjoy the practical side of nursing including and not limited to: placing catheters, doing blood draws, calculating doses and working very closely with the veterinarian
- 3+ years or more
- Be flexible and have a positive “can do” attitude and a passion for high quality care.
- Have excellent communication skills and a warm professional manner.
- An interest in wildlife/avian medicine/large animals would be advantageous but not essential.
- Has the ability to work independently at times and be confident in decision making.
- Occasional weekend and out of hours work
- Good computer skills
Please forward applications to: gabrieladahmen@sahvet.com.au
02 4372 1799
For more information, see www.sahvet.com.au and 
Sydney Animal Hospitals - Newtown, Sydney (posted 23rd January) Casual Weekend Nurse
We are seeking a casual weekend nurse to assist with the growing needs of our hospital.
The successful applicant will be supported by a team of senior vets and nurses. Guidance will be available when required. We will consider veterinary students for this role.
Excellent communication skills is a must.
The hospital is a purpose built Veterinary Hospital in the Inner West of Sydney. We are located in the vibrant village of Erskineville, which is close to the center of Sydney and has a wide variety of interesting clients.
If you enjoy working in a busy and friendly work environment this position is for you.
Please visit our website www.sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au for more information regarding the hospital.
To apply please contact Lyn Shephard – lyn@sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au or Giorgia West - giorgiawest@icloud.com
Sydney Animal Hospitals - Newtown
69-73 Erskineville Rd
Erskineville, New South Wales, 2043
Animal Referral Hospital Homebush, Inner Western Sydney (posted 23rd January) Full Time Flexible Senior Emergency Vet Nurse
Senior Emergency Nurse
Job Number: HB2002
Does the thrill of a trauma excite you, but you still remain as cool as a cucumber?
Do you love the stress relieving nature of lancing a sebaceous cyst?
Do you enjoy the challenge of teenie tiny veins?
If you are an experienced Emergency Nurse we’d love to hear from you!
The Animal Referral Hospital currently has a position vacant for a Senior Emergency Nurse to join our hard-working, close-knit team that is dedicated to the best possible patient outcomes.
The successful applicant will be able to negotiate their own flexible fortnightly roster over a 24 hour period. We’re looking for nurses who have:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or higher
- Previous experience with complex emergency cases
- Own transport (free on-site parking)
- Tech-savvy with ability to learn quickly
- Ability provide high quality patient care even in busy conditions
- Strong attention to detail with ability to multitask
- Ability to take work in a large dynamic team
ARH pays above award and prides itself on a culture of continuous improvement. Nurses have a CPD allowance and access to internal CE opportunities. We also have really good coffee and free raisin toast!
A speedy and fair recruitment process will apply. Send your updated resume to recruitment@arhvets.com quoting job number ‘HB2002’. I look forward to discussing the possibility of future employment with you!
Bass Hill Veterinary Clinic, Bass Hill (posted 22nd January) Full Time Vet Nurse
Full time experienced vet nurse position available
We are looking for a full time experienced qualified vet nurse to join our team in our busy purpose build veterinary Hospital.
Our team of 7 veterinarians and 14 nursing and support staff prides itself in the dedication to providing top quality patient care in a professional and friendly atmosphere.
The shifts will include Monday to Friday and weekends on a rotating roster, with a total hours of 30 -38 hours per week.
Our modern facility is well equipped. It includes Idexx and other in-house pathology, digital radiography, brand new Ultrasound machine, anaesthesia with Pulse Oximetry and Surgivet Monitoring, full orthopaedic surgical equipment, Cautery and ligating equipment, access to MRI and CT and much more.
We also provide dog and cat boarding facilities, pet grooming and puppy pre-school.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities and expertise:
- Have to have experience as a veterinary nurse
- Completed Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Have a positive and ‘can do’ approach.
- Can deal with our “walk-in” policy for clients
- Have a team player attitude.
- Have excellent communication and customers service skills.
- Love a busy work environment.
The remuneration is based on the level of experience with above award conditions.
Nurses with experience will be preferred.
If you believe this position is for you, please send your resume to:
The Practice manager helma@basshillvet.com.au
Bass Hill Vet
731 Hume Highway
Bass Hill NSW 2197
02 9724 1927
Website http://www.basshillvet.com.au/
Macquarie Vetz Animal Centre, Warners Bay (posted 21st January) Part Time Vet Nurse
Macquarie Vetz Animal Centre, Warners Bay, Newcastle NSW
Permanent Part time veterinary nurse
Two shifts per week 11am- 5 pm (likely Tues & Wed)
Training and skills
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
- At least 2 years’ experience as a vet nurse with knowledge in all vet nursing tasks.
- Idexx in house bloods
- Exceptional customer service.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and work efficiently during busy and stressful periods.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Must be able to multitask
- A positive attitude
Starting early March 2020
Above award remuneration
Contact Cathy or Tracy vetz@bigpond.com
Collaroy Plateau Veterinary Clinic, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 21st January) Part Time Vet Nurse
Part Time Veterinary Nurse
Butternut is looking for a new hoomun to boss around!
Butternut is the resident thug (i.e. a sassy and feisty tortoiseshell cat) at Collaroy Plateau Veterinary Hospital with an Instagram following larger than most adults on the Northern Beaches. If she wasn't a cat, she'd already have one of those coveted blue ticks! Her home is down a driveway in a small group of shops where you'll often see her trying to 'play' in the waiting room with the patients or sitting on the window sill silently judging the hoomuns working around her. Caroline and Lewis took over the hospital five years ago but we all know that Butternut is the boss; just look at all the food bags she's bitten through!
With her plan of world domination slowly in the works (ever so slowly), Butternut is looking for another companion to help her keep the creatures in line and attend to her day-to-day needs.
Apart from the demanding furball, at our small animal hospital on the sunny Northern Beaches you will find:
- An in-house pathology suite with Idexx blood machines
- Digital x-ray and ultrasound
- A busy surgical theatre with cautery, suction, and orthopaedic equipment
- im3 dental machine (including a Vet-Tome) & dental x-ray unit
- A number of fans looking for Butternut's pawtograph
We are big believers in work life balance so all nurses have a monthly share in the Saturday roster; we are closed Sundays and public holidays. We are fortunate enough to have an emergency veterinary centre nearby which we use for after-hours.
Career satisfaction is part of our core values, as is constantly learning new skills, so we support our staff in continuing education and encourage our veterinary nurses to be as hands-on as possible and to develop their areas of passion.
If we’ve piqued your interest we'd love to hear from you, and I'm sure Butternut will approve if you already follow her on and 
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Please email us at management@collaroyplateauvet.com to have a chat with Eloise, our Practice Manager.
For more information about our practice, see www.collaroyplateauvet.com
Camvet, Laurieton (posted 20th January) Part Time Vet Nurse
Part-Time Vet Nurse
Camvet, situated in the Laurieton NSW, is seeking a part-time Vet Nurse to join our dynamic team of 4 veterinarians and 9 nurses. Camvet is a mixed practice. We service small, large and exotic animals, including reptiles. One of our valued team members is leaving and we need someone to replace them. We offer awards rates of pay and working conditions. Applications close 31st January 2020.
We are looking for a friendly and dynamic person who:
- Enjoys being a Vet Nurse
- Has a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Has good time management skills
- Is motivated by both patient and customer care
- Can keep your cool when it’s busy
- Is confident, flexible and versatile
- Has the ability to work a minimum of 27hrs per week (Including some Saturdays)
Some of the usual daily nursing tasks include:
- Animal handling
- Wrapping and sterilising kits
- Offering general animal care advice
- Surgical Nursing including induction, monitoring anaesthetics and recovery
- Hospital and medical Nursing
- General clinic cleaning
- Reception duties
Please send your application to bjweeks@camvet.com.au Attn: Brendon
For more information, see www.camvet.com.au and
Animal Orthopaedic Specialists, North Parramatta (posted 17th January) Full Time
Full Time Vet Nurse
Animal Orthopaedic Specialists is a busy, purpose built, state of the art specialist hospital.
We are looking for an experienced nurse to join our team here at Animal Orthopaedic Specialists.
The position being offered would be Full-Time, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Surgical and hospital nursing including monitoring anaesthetics
- Pre and post- operative patient care
- Blood collection and testing, IV catheter placement
- Admission and discharge of patients
- Reception and client liaison
- Assist with x-rays and ultrasounds Caring, handling and cleaning all animals
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment
- Delivering outstanding client care to all patients and owners
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities and expertise:
- A passion for nursing
- Works well independently and within a team
- Ability to prioritise and work at a good pace
- Maintain a high level of patient care
- Excellent communication skills
- A calm & friendly professional nature with a sense of humour
Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications. If this role is the right one for you, and you would like to become part of the AOS team, please email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the above mentioned criteria to:
Jade Stenner
Head Nurse
info@animalorthopaedics.com.au
Animal Orthopaedic Specialists
557 Church Street
North Parramatta, New South Wales, 2151
Animal Referral Hospital Homebush, Inner West Sydney (posted 17th January) Full Time Ophthalmology Nurse
The Animal Referral Hospital – Homebush
Job Number: HB1910
- Exciting and unique opportunity
- Permanent full-time, $27-$32.50 per hour
- Free parking on-site and close to public transport
The Ophthalmology service at ARH Homebush is expanding and to support the service during this exciting time, we are looking for another Nurse to join the team. The position is permanent full-time, working under the guidance of our Specialist Ophthalmologist and a small team of Nurses.
The ideal candidate will be someone who is confident yet focused, observant with an eye for detail, with the ability to think quickly and take direction as required. They will also have:
Essential attributes:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and/or Bachelor in Applied Science (Veterinary Technology) degree or equivalent
- Sound knowledge and experience in anaesthetic monitoring and management is essential
- Minimum 4 years’ nursing experience in a busy veterinary clinic
- Experience in preparing prescriptions and communicating discharge instructions to clients
- Experience in radiology, IV catheter placement and fluid therapy, patient ventilation
- Experience in specialist surgical and theatre nursing
- Experience in surgical patient care and treatment and intensive care patient monitoring.
Desirable attributes:
- Previous experience working in an Emergency and/or referral hospital
- Previous Ophthalmology nursing experience highly desirable
- Knowledge of Rx Works and Smartflow
ARH offers state-of-the-art facilities in a large hospital with highly motivated, hardworking professionals. Someone who enjoys continuous learning and is passionate about their work will benefit greatly from this opportunity. Pay is commensurate to experience and the successful candidate will be eligible for support towards their Diploma of Veterinary Nursing (Surgical).
To apply, please send your updated CV to recruitment@arhvets.com, quoting the job number ‘HB1910’ in the subject line of your email.
Vet HQ Double Bay, Sydney's Eastern Suburbs (posted 17th January)
Vet HQ Double Bay, Sydney
Vet Nurse required
Vet HQ is one of the most respected veterinary practices in the Eastern Suburbs. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced nurse to join our busy Double Bay practice as one of our amazing six nurse team.
We have all the best equipment which includes digital X-Ray, laparoscopy, endoscope and ultrasound.
We also encourage continuing education for our staff so we can keep providing the best possible service to our clients and patients.
Your role will include all aspects of veterinary nursing which includes surgery, taking blood samples, IV catheter placement, following treatment plans, administering medications and the occasional reception duties.
Our staff are important to us and that is why we also focus on wellness throughout the year by rewarding staff for looking after themselves.
We are in a great location, only 10minutes to Bondi beach or the city.
This role is available from mid-March as one of our amazing nurses is heading back to the UK.
Your skills and experience:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
- At least 2 years’ experience as a vet nurse with knowledge in all vet nursing tasks.
- Running in house bloods
- Exceptional customer service.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to remain calm and work efficiently during busy and stressful periods.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Must be able to multitask
- Knowledge in RX Works would be an advantage.
- A positive “can do “attitude
Salary is negotiable depending on experience. Please send your resume through to Kate at kate@vethq.com.au
Albion Park & Gerringong Vet Hospitals, South Coast (posted 17th January) 1 x Full Time Nurse, 1 x Parental Leave 6 months
VET NURSE
Albion Park & Gerringong Veterinary Hospitals - South Coast - NSW
Experienced Vet Nurse/s Required at Albion Park (2 positions – Maternity Leave 6 months & a Permanent Full Time Role)
Join our supportive team of experienced veterinarians and qualified nurses. The hospitals are well equipped and we practice at a high level of veterinary care. We offer ongoing training to help you achieve your career goals.
We are located in a beautiful tourist destination with plenty of opportunities to enjoy surfing, fishing, hiking and vineyards. We are close enough to Sydney to also allow you to enjoy all that city life has to offer.
We require experienced Veterinary nurses to join our team that have the following essential skills.
- Team player
- Excellent patient care.
- Strong customer focus.
- High attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexibility
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced veterinary hospital
- A willingness to learn/run puppy pre-school classes.
If you have the skills required to fill this position and you are a strong team player with a good sense of fun.
Please contact us today!
If you are interested, please email me on tess@albionparkvet.com.au or call Tess on 02 4256 3638, Mon-Fri.
See our website https://www.albionparkvet.com.au/
Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital, Orange (posted 17th January) Qualified & Experienced
Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital in Orange is looking for a Qualified Veterinary Nurse with experience in all areas of nursing to work with our friendly team who are passionate about high quality veterinary care for pets and wildlife. Mulberry Lane is an ASAV accredited hospital operating out of a purpose-built practice with excellent facilities and a high standard of care.
Have you the following qualities?
- Good organisation skills, working well with systems and protocols
- Task orientated with an eye for detail
- Good communication skills with clients and with your colleagues
- A team player who can be flexible and adaptable
If you feel you have the above qualities and wish to join our team please email your resume and cover letter to mulberrylanepracticemanager@hotmail.com attention to Jenna, or phone (02) 6360 3071.
Mulberry Lane Vet Hospital
294 Lords Place
Orange NSW 2800
Avalon Veterinary Hospital, Avalon (posted 17th January) Casual Experienced Vet Nurse
Experienced Casual Veterinary Nurse required
We are currently looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team on Sydney’s beautiful Northern Beaches.
Avalon Vet is a busy practice with a high energy team who uphold a high standard of care and enjoy treating a variety of cases. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse to fill a casual position in our growing hospital. The position includes flexible working hours with reasonable weekend shifts.
With a focus on high-quality medical care as well as a fun and engaging work experience, the newly refurbished hospital includes:
- Full IDEXX laboratory
- Ultrasound
- Digital Xray
- Dental Xray
- RX WorkS
- VetS8
What we are looking for:
- Minimum 2 years on the job experience in Veterinary nursing with appropriate qualifications.
- High standard of client and staff communication, reception skills are essential
- High standard of Nursing skills
- Experience in Surgical & Hospital nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, pre/post-operative care
To apply, please provide a copy of your current CV with referees/references to
Ashley@sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au or call 02 9918 0833.
See our website https://www.sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au/contact/avalon/
Companion Animal Practice, Menai (posted 14th January) Full Time Vet Nurse
Full Time Veterinary Nurse
We are a small and busy companion animal Clinic with a team of 2 vets and 5 nurses that work well together. We are seeking a full time Certificate IV qualified veterinary nurse with at least 2 years’ experience to join us. We like to work in an environment that is fun, efficient and innovative, so the surgeons will teach you as much as you want to learn.
DUTIES:
All nurses share the work and typically you will be involved in a mix of: reception work, admitting/discharging patients, talking to clients, making appointments, monitoring anaesthetics in surgery, dental scaling, grooming, stock ordering, kennel room duties, general cleaning and laundry.
We have inhouse pathology, ultrasound and a Philips 16 slice CT Scanner which we will teach you to use along with VetlinkSQL, the software that runs the Clinic.
BENEFITS:
- Above Award rates.
- Drastically reduced vet fees and products for your pets.
- An environment that is fun, friendly and where the vets value their nurses.
- Free parking.
Please email a cover letter with resume to the Practice Manager, Alana@companionvet.com.au We are waiting to hear from you.
Sydney Animal Hospitals - Norwest, Bella Vista (posted 14th January)
Sydney Animal Hospitals – Norwest
Experienced Nurse Required (Full time)
We are committed to providing an exceptional level of patient care and customer service with a high standard. Our hospital is well equipped with complete in house IDEXX pathology, Digital radiography and ultrasound, Isoflurane anaesthetic with Pulse Oximetry and Surgivet Monitor, full orthopaedic surgical equipment, Stem Cell Therapy equipment and we use RxWorks computer solutions. We also provide dog and cat boarding facilities, pet grooming and puppy pre-school.
Essential criteria:
- Maintain excellent communication skills.
- Achieved a minimum two years paid veterinary nursing experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work largely unsupervised and to work equally as part of a team while supporting other staff.
- A strong client focus together with demonstrated customer service skills in person and over the phone.
- Sound knowledge and competency in all aspects of surgical nursing tasks including anaesthesia, patient monitoring and surgical pack preparation.
- Competency in medical nursing including placing intravenous catheters and collecting blood samples.
- Demonstrated ability and a sound understanding of the use of equipment including the in-house IDEXX machines, radiology and dental unit.
- Compassionate and caring nature.
- Demonstrate a good working ethic while taking pride in your work.
- Demonstrate competent computer literacy skills. It is preferred that the applicant has experience with RxWorks software.
The successful applicant will be on a 3 week rotating roster working an average of 40 hours per week.
If you would like more information you are welcome to visit our web site: www.sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au
If you are interested in applying for the position then please forward your resume to teresa@sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au
Vets @ Acacia Gardens, Western Sydney (posted 14th January)
Experienced Vet Nurse
Vets @ Acacia Gardens is a purpose built and modern veterinary hospital that was established to provide the highest standard of professional care in a friendly and compassionate environment. Our friendly team includes 4 veterinarians and 8 nurses, and we are now in search of that special someone to join us as an experienced and qualified Veterinary Nurse.
We are looking for a well presented team player with an enthusiastic attitude towards helping animals. The successful applicant will:
- have a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- have excellent time management skills
- be driven to provide great patient care
- have the ability to remain level headed even when under pressure
- have a confident and professional communication skills
- have a positive, can-do attitude
- have the ability to work 40 hours a week- some weekends may be required
Some of the daily nursing tasks include:
- Animal handling
- Wrapping and sterilising kits
- Offering general animal care advice
- Surgical Nursing including induction, monitoring anaesthetics and recovery
- Hospital and medical Nursing
- General clinic cleaning
- Reception duties
Please send your application to info@acaciagardensvet.com.au Attn: Clare.
Animal Referral Hospital Homebush, Inner West Sydney (posted 12th January) Casual Surgery Vet Nurse
The Animal Referral Hospital – Homebush NSW
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) in Homebush NSW is currently looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to work in our Surgery service on a casual basis. The ideal candidate will be Cert IV qualified with extensive experience with small animal surgeries including the confidence to monitor advanced anaesthetics. Shifts will vary from week to week based on leave coverage and the surgery schedule. May include weekdays and/or weekends so flexibility and availability at short notice will be highly advantageous. Success in these casual shifts could lead to permanent work down the line. Above award rates apply + penalties on offer.
Locums on Working Holiday Visas are welcome to apply.
To be considered for this position, please submit your updated resume to recruitment@arhvets.com. We look forward to hearing from you.
Bayside Animal Hospital, Wolli Creek, Sydney (posted 10th January)
Part-time with likelihood to move to Full-Time within 6-12 months - Vet Nurse, Sydney
Bayside Animal Hospital is a small animal practice located in the beautiful Bayside area of Sydney. Our purpose-built practice aims to provide the highest quality veterinary care for our furry patients.
This new practice opened in May 2018 and is rapidly growing. We are looking for an experienced vet nurse to join us in our growing practice. Clinic hours will expand along business growth, the current business hours are Monday to Friday: 8am-8pm and Saturday, Sunday 10am-5pm.
Our highly qualified and experienced team members have been working with each other for a long time before the clinic was established in mid-2018. We have a low vet to nurse ratio and our staff are a positive, enthusiastic and energetic team.
This role's duties would include, but are not limited to:
- General veterinary nursing duties e.g. assisting the veterinarian in consultations, monitoring anaesthesia, preparing for surgery, providing treatment, processing lab samples, providing general advice for clients, caring for boarding animals, etc.
- General customer service duties e.g. welcoming clients, admitting patients, answering calls, scheduling appointments, processing insurance claims, processing payments, discharging patients.
- General cleaning duties e.g. laundry, cages, floors, consults, etc.
- Assist practice manager in minor management duties e.g. banking, marketing, and stock ordering.
- Supervise junior non-vet staff members and ensure the team is delivering outstanding nursing care and customer service
The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:
- Certificate IV in Vet Nursing (or equivalent)
- At least 2 years of veterinary nursing experience in clinic.
- Ability to perform more advanced tasks e.g. IV catheterisation, intubation, blood collection and x-ray positioning.
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure
- Enthusiastic, client focused, friendly and self-motivated
- A keen desire to deliver excellent standards of patient care and customer service
- Excellent general computer literacy
- Experience using RxWorks (desirable)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine love for animals and their people
Unqualified candidates or candidates with less than 2 years of small animal experience will unfortunately not be considered for this role.
Remuneration is commensurate with experience and may include:
- Above award wage
- Flexible hours, no after-hours work unless desired
- 4 weeks annual leave and 10 days sick leave
- 3 days study leave and $500 study allowance after every year of full-time service
- Heavily discounted veterinary care for you own pets
- End-of-year bonus dependent on performance
- Free on-site parking
Please email a cover letter and resume to the head nurse – Attn: Naomi Illguth at info@baysidevets.com.au
Blacktown Veterinary Hospital, Western Sydney (posted 10th January) Casual Vet Nurse
Blacktown Veterinary Hospital is a small privately owned and well established small animal veterinary hospital. We are looking for a friendly casual nurse with a strong work ethic to join our team 3-4 days per week.
Some of your responsibilities will include:
- Answering client enquiries in a professional and courteous manner.
- Maintaining overall hygiene and stocking of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment.
- Assisting with consultations, examinations and treatment.
- Admission and discharge of patient.
Our ideal nurse would be:
- Flexible and happy working in a small team environment as well as confidence working independently without supervision.
- At least 2 years experience (preferred but not essential).
- Confidence and proven ability in animal handling
- Experience using RxWorks is an advantage.
If you think you might be a good fit for our team, apply now by sending your resume through to dickensvet@bigpond.com.
Visit: www.blacktownvethospital.com.au
Bankstown & Boundary Road Veterinary Hospitals, South West Sydney (posted 10th January) Part Time
Veterinary Nurse Part-Time Position - Bankstown & Peakhurst
We are seeking a part-time position for 2 weekdays per week and to cover staff leave from time to time. We are seeking a professional, experienced and qualified level 3 or 4 veterinary nurse with great customer service skills.
Key job highlight:
A caring and helpful team of professional and fun-loving individuals where everyone is valued, and culture is paramount
Key job functions:
- Reception duties
- Admit and discharge patients
- Client management and billing with Cornerstone practice management software
- Monitor and care for patients including pre and post-operative care
- Anaesthetic monitoring
- Surgery / dental preparation and assistance
- X-ray and dental x-ray assistance
- Dental assistance
- IDEXX lab use
- Client advice
- Other general nursing duties
Successful candidate qualities:
- Ability to work one long-term rostered day per week and flexibility to work occasional additional days when full-time staff are on leave
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Level 3 or Level 4 veterinary nurse
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills
- Excellent customer service skills for all client-facing activities
- Ability to work well in a team and independently
- Ability to multitask while still performing tasks to a high level of accuracy
- Ability to travel to both Bankstown & Peakhurst hospitals
- Interest in learning
- Driver’s license (for automatic transmission hospital ambulance)
- Enjoy working in a team environment where mutual respect for all is highly valued
Other info:
- Our veterinary team values nurses being able to utilise their full set of skills including placement of IV catheters, running IDEXX laboratory equipment etc. This is not essential but encouraged for this role.
- Role is split between Bankstown and Peakhurst hospitals.
- All of our nursing hours are distributed between our team via a long-term roster 8am-8pm Mon-Fri, 8:30am-12:30pm Sat and 9am-1pm Sun with some overtime required from time to time.
About Us:
- We are a practice of two well established small animal veterinary hospitals in Bankstown and Peakhurst in operation for 71 and 24 years respectively.
- We seek to offer the best veterinary care to our community and in particular value a friendly and rewarding workplace for all team members.
- Our team includes multiple vets, practice manager, head nurse, nurses and weekend kennel hand.
- Our management team is young and full of enthusiasm for what we do.
- We seek to nurture our team to achieve everyone’s individual goals and those of the practice. We aim to foster a culture of support and allow our team members to grow their skills, experience and the team’s cohesion by supporting each other.
- We are fully equipped with IDEXX VetLab, IM3 dental, digital regular and dental x-ray, full surgical facilities and hospital ambulance for patient transport between hospitals.
Please send resumes to Chris Gallen, Practice Manager chris@bankstownvethospital.com.au
Further info about us:
www.bankstownvethospital.com.au
www.boundaryroadvet.com.au
www.facebook.com/bankstownvet
www.facebook.com/boundaryroadvet
St George Animal Hospital, Carlton (posted 10th January) Full Time Senior Vet Nurse
St George Animal Hospital – Permanent Full Time Senior Nurse
About Us:
St George Animal Hospital is conveniently located in Carlton, in the heart of the St George District. We have a team of highly experienced Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses, that provide a friendly, positive and supportive work environment with a focus on excellence in patient care. We are equipped with 2 theatre rooms, digital x-ray, IM3 dental machine, in-house laboratory with IDEXX in-house machines, cat boarding facilities and offer ultrasound, laparoscopy, endoscopy, orthopaedic surgery and Puppy Pre-school.
The Position:
We are looking for a professional, friendly, motivated and enthusiastic full time senior Veterinary Nurse, with minimum 3 years in-clinic experience, to join our small animal practice. We are a busy practice so the role would be suited to someone who can work independently and within a team in a fast paced environment.
The role is permanent full time and works on a six-week rotation, involving weekday shifts starting between 7.30am and 12.30pm. The balance of shifts would involve a variety of weekday shifts. Some weekend and public holiday shifts are a requirement of the position.
To be successfully selected you will need to demonstrate the following:
- A like minded person who fits in with our team, values and supports our culture.
- Calm, friendly ‘can do’ attitude.
- Good knowledge of medical diseases & medical terminology.
- Experience in General Anaesthesia, surgical preparation, theater nursing, assistance, pre and post op monitoring and care.
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and good listening skills.
- Provide effective support to veterinarians in all aspects of veterinary nursing, including animal handling, IV catheter placement and blood collection.
- Excellent animal handling skills.
- Training Veterinary Nurse and Animal Care students.
- Reception and administration tasks as required.
- Outstanding phone manner and customer service.
- Maintain an excellent level of patient care and customer service at all times, treating every patient like their own.
- Maintain a consistently high level of organisation and cleanliness in the hospital at all times.
- A genuine love for animals and their people.
What’s in it for you:
- Committed clients who love their pets.
- Working with a team of highly skilled Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses.
- Supportive, fun, family-like environment.
- Busy and never boring.
- Become an important part of a large, friendly group of people and their fur babies!
Please visit our website to learn more about us, www.sgah.com.au.
If you would like to become part of the SGAH family, please email your resume to info@sgah.com.au, attention Ashleigh.
Sydney Animal Hospitals - Norwest, Bella Vista (posted 8th January) Casual or Part Time Vet Nurse
Sydney Animal Hospitals – Norwest
Experienced Nurse Required (Casual/ PPT)
Sydney Animal Hospitals – Norwest is looking for a friendly, self-motivated and experienced veterinary nurse to join our team. We are committed to providing an exceptional level of patient care and customer service with a high standard.
Essential criteria:
- Excellent communication skills
- Minimum 2 year paid veterinary nursing experience (Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing)
- An ability to work largely unsupervised
- Enjoy the challenge of working in a fast pace, busy environment and multitasking
- A sound knowledge and competency in all aspects of surgical nursing tasks including anaesthesia, patient monitoring, surgical pack preparation and pet health care
- An interest and competency in medical nursing including placing intravenous catheters and collecting blood samples.
- An ability and sound understanding in the use of equipment including the in-house IDEXX machines, radiology and dental unit
- Computer literate (and preferably have experience with Rx works software)
- Reliable and committed to shifts
What’s in it for you:
- Committed clients who love their pets
- Working with a team of highly skill nurses and Vets
- Modern Facility with all the latest technology
- Guaranteed shifts
The successful candidate will be required to work an average of 18-20 hours per week including every Saturday, with the opportunity of gaining more shifts when required.
If you would like more information you are welcome to visit our web site: www.sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au
Please forward your resume to teresa@sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au
Sydney Vet Emergency & Specialists, Eastern Suburbs Sydney (posted 8th January) Medicine Nurse
Sydney Vet Emergency and Specialists – Permanent Full Time Medicine Nurse
About Us:
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is a 1000m2 purpose-built facility situated in Rosebery who in the last 2 years of operation has expanded exponentially in all our services. We have state of the art equipment which helps us to provide the absolute best care to patients in conjunction with our exceptional staff. The team has full time surgical, canine and feline medicine specialists, as well as a large, well supported emergency team. Additionally, we have a dermatology specialist on Saturdays, dentistry on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and diagnostic imaging specialist Monday to Friday.
Our growing team of dedicated professionals are looking for nurses who want to grow with us, embrace our ideals and who are dedication to exceptional patient and client care. Our medicine team needs two motivated nurses to join the team due to the continued growth in our caseload.
The Position:
We are looking for a professional and empathic medicine nurse who works well in a team and additionally can also work autonomously. Patient and client care need to be a priority in your work. The role is permanent full time and works on a four to five-week rotation. Working some public holidays is a requirement of the position. Shifts will be a mix of weekdays and a weekend in the roster rotation.
The position involves but is not limited to:
- Triage of emergency medicine patients
- Responsible for organising and assisting on procedures on medicine patients
- Assistance in oncology procedures
- Skilled to perform anaesthesia on a range of patients from paediatric to geriatric patients and often critically ill patients for short or long procedures.
- Placement of IV catheters, phlebotomy, performing radiographs of diagnostic quality, intensive care and monitoring, pre and post-operative patient care.
- Work directly with specialists and emergency clinicians to ensure that the patient, clients, clinicians and team are all attended to and working in sync.
- Client communication – providing advice, answering questions and soothing client fears about the status of their pet.
- Cleaning – while we have a fantastic animal attendant team, the nurses still need to help to keep the hospital clean and tidy.
- The position includes on-going education allowances, including assess to various on-line training opportunities.
- Regular nurse meetings.
About You:
- You must be fluent in English and have excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
- Display professionalism, empathy and excellent customer service and care.
- Love’s animals and respects clients
- Great time management skills
- Must have a current Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or demonstrate equivalent on-the-job experience. For medicine nurse positions, experience in specialist/ referral practice is highly desirable but not essential.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience as a qualified veterinary nurse.
Our people are important to us and we want our workplace to be a happy place where we share the goal of exceptional patient and client care. We work to give you work-life balance and when you are at work, you feel you are an important part of a large, friendly group of people.
If you are interested in this position, please visit the following website for instructions on how to apply:
https://sydneyvetspecialists.com.au/vet-nurse-application/
Sydney Vet Emergency & Specialists, Eastern Suburbs Sydney (posted 8th January) Emergency Nurse
Sydney Vet Emergency and Specialists – Permanent Full Time Emergency Nurse
About Us:
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is a 1000m2 purpose-built facility situated in Rosebery who in the last 2 years of operation has expanded exponentially in all our services. We have state of the art equipment which helps us to provide the absolute best care to patients in conjunction with our exceptional staff. The team has full time surgical, canine and feline medicine specialists, as well as a large, well supported emergency team. Additionally, we have a dermatology specialist on Saturdays, dentistry on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and diagnostic imaging specialist Monday to Friday.
Our growing team of dedicated professionals are looking for nurses who want to grow with us, embrace our ideals and who is dedicated to exceptional patient and client care. Our emergency team needs more nurses due to the consistent growth in our caseload.
The Position:
We are looking for a professional and empathic emergency and critical care nurse who works well in a team but who can also work autonomously. Patient and client care need to be a priority in your work. The role is permanent full time and works on a fortnightly rotation. Working some public holidays is a requirement of the position. Shifts will be a mix of days, nights and weekends.
The position involves but is not limited to:
- Triage of emergency patients
- Responsible for organising and assisting on procedures on emergency patients
- Skilled to perform anaesthesia on a range of patients from paediatric to geriatric patients and often critically ill patients for short and long procedures.
- Placement of IV catheters, phlebotomy, performing radiographs of diagnostic quality, intensive care and monitoring, pre and post-operative patient care.
- Work directly with specialists and emergency clinicians to ensure that the patient, clients, clinicians and team are all attended to and working in sync.
- Client communication – providing advice, answering questions and soothing client fears about the status of their pet.
- Cleaning – while we have a fantastic animal attendant team, the nurses still need to help to keep the hospital clean and tidy.
- The position includes on-going education allowances, assess to various on-line training opportunities.
- Regular nurse meetings.
About You:
- You must be fluent in English and have excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
- Display professionalism, empathy and excellent customer service and care.
- Love’s animals and respects clients
- Great time management skills
- Must have a current Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or demonstrate equivalent on-the-job experience. For emergency nurse positions, experience in emergency and or referral practice is desirable but not essential.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience as a qualified veterinary nurse.
Our people are important to us and we want our workplace to be a happy place where we share the goal of exceptional patient and client care. We work to give you work-life balance and when you are at work you feel you are an important part of a large, friendly group of people.
If you are interested in this position, please visit the following website for instructions on how to apply:
https://sydneyvetspecialists.com.au/vet-nurse-application/Struggletown Veterinary Hospital, Randwick (posted 8th January) Full or Part Time Vet Nurse
SUN, BEACHES AND HAPPY DAYS WITH FLEXIBLE WORKING HOURS
Struggletown Veterinary Hospital requires a new Veterinary Nurse, with minimum 3 years in-clinic experience, to join our progressive small animal practice in Randwick.
We are looking for either a full time or permanent part time nurse to join our amazing team.
The position is available immediately and will start part time, but will likely be full time or close to it for the right applicant.
This role offers a friendly, positive and supportive work environment with a focus on excellence in patient care.
We recognise life is short, so having a fun and positive outlook on life is mandatory! Mind you, this is not hard to do when working with a team of like-minded people. A culture of trust ensures collaboration and teamwork are the norm. WE are looking for someone outgoing and confident with a good sense of humour essential to fit into our amazing team.
Client care is paramount as we see ourselves as a family oriented general practice. As a testament to this we have won numerous local business awards including “Business of the Year” in the Randwick City Business Awards.
Do you enjoy performing anaesthetic monitoring, placing IV catheters, taking blood & radiographs, doing dentistry etc., if so, our offer may be of interest to you as our nurses get to do it all!
Applications to:
Melissa Beira & Nicky Ronalds
Struggletown Veterinary Hospital
148 Barker St, Randwick
Sydney, NSW, 2031
Email: m_beira@hotmail.com
Gladesville Veterinary Hospital, Gladesville (posted 8th January) Full Time Experienced Vet Nurse
About us:
Gladesville Veterinary Hospital is a large, A-class, small animal veterinary practice located on Victoria Road in Gladesville. We have a dedicated team of 8 vets, 8 nurses, 5 receptionists and lots of support staff who provide best practice care and treatment to pets from all over Sydney. Although we are a large hospital, our ethos focuses on maintaining a friendly, ‘family’ atmosphere where our clients can bring their pets to be treated by people they know and trust.
We have all types of fancy gadgets such as Ultrasound machine, Digital X-ray, Dental X-rays, IDEXX machines, K-Laser. We are looking for an amazing full-time nurse to join our team to look after our clients and their fur babies!
Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Provide effective support to veterinarians in all aspects of veterinary nursing, including anaesthetic monitoring, animal handling, IV catheter placement and blood collection.
- Maintain an excellent level of patient care and customer service at all times and treating every patient as if they were your own.
- Maintain a consistently high level of organisation and cleanliness in the hospital and kennel areas at all times.
- Assist with reception and administration tasks as required.
The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and min 2 years’ veterinary nursing experience.
- Ability to work well and multitask under pressure in a high-volume, busy hospital environment.
- A keen desire to deliver excellent standards of patient care and customer service at all times.
- Excellent general computer literacy.
- Experience using RxWorks (desired, but not essential)
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine love for animals and their people.
- Flexible availability.
Please send your Resume & Cover Letter via email to ramtin.safrang@vetpartners.com.au
Mosman Veterinary Hospital, Sydney's North Shore (posted 8th January) Full Time Senior Experienced Vet Nurse
Experienced Senior Veterinary Nurse Position
We are looking for an experienced, full-time Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team at Mosman Vet. This role involves a 38 hour week split over four days (because everyone needs a weekday free to get some life-admin done!), and you will have the opportunity to lead a passionate nursing team, supported by an outstanding vet team.
Who are we?
We are an established small animal hospital in the prestigious suburb of Mosman on Sydney's North Shore. Dr Chris Mather & Dr Rachele Lowe have been in partnership at Mosman Vet for over 20 years and lead a team of talented veterinarians and experienced nurses. As a hospital, we strive to offer our clients gold standard service and care while their pet is visiting us.
Our nursing team works closely with our reception, animal attendant and vet teams. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment and are only offering this sought-after position as one of our wonderful nurses is moving into a specialist role.
What can you offer us?
- Cert IV Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- Minimum three years of experience working as a veterinary nurse
- High standard of nursing skills (IV catheter placement, blood collection, anaesthetic monitoring, admission and discharge appointments, nurse consultations, use of in-house Idexx equipment)
- Outstanding customer service & phone manner
- Well-presented and a good team player
- Enthusiastic attitude towards training other staff
- Comfortable working solely or within a team
What can we offer you?
- No after-hours or weekend work!
- Enthusiastic, friendly and professional team
- Six senior veterinarians
- Modern imaging, monitoring, Idexx in-house & general veterinary equipment, brand-new endoscope and ultrasound.
- Opportunity to put forward ideas for improving the hospital
- Above-award salary and an exciting opportunity to work in a beautiful Sydney suburb!
Commencement date: February 2020
If you would like more information, to discuss the role, or if you have any questions, please call Liz Garling on (02) 9960 2856.
To apply, please email your CV and a cover letter to the Practice Manager, Liz Garling at mosmanvetpm@gmail.com.
Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital, Sydney's Inner West (posted 7th January)
Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital in Sydney’s Inner West seeks a Veterinary Nurse
Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital has a great team working in a big, bright, spacious building with lovely clients. We practice veterinary medicine and surgery at high standards including dental and digital radiology, in-house laboratory, etc. We have professional dog grooming and a strong focus on Puppy Preschool. We are absolutely committed to excellent customer service.
One of our nurses is moving to another career path so we need an experienced and competent nurse to join our team. This is a full time position available from February.
The applicant will need to be an experienced all-rounder, focusing in particular on general veterinary nursing and reception roles. We’re open Monday to Saturday.
Minimum qualifications and experience required include
- completed Cert IV Veterinary Nursing or NZ/UK/US equivalent
- minimum 2 years full-time experience in veterinary nursing and reception
- a confident disposition and excellent personal presentation
Please note this is not a training or junior position
We look after our staff with excellent conditions, training and development, staff social events (non-compulsory!) and much more.
To apply for this position, please send a covering letter mentioning where you saw this ad, and your resume to Dr Steve Anich, by email to drummoynevet@drummoynevet.com.au
To enquire further, please phone 02 9719 2149
For more information, see www.drummoynevet.com.au and
Coast & Valleys Veterinary Hospital, Alison (posted 7th January) Full or Part Time Vet Nurse
Full Time or Part Time Veterinary Nurse Position Available
Coast and Valleys Vet Hospital are looking for a dedicated veterinary nurse to join our team. We are a mixed practice on the NSW Central Coast that provide our own 24/7 emergency care. We have a strong focus on small animal medicine and surgery, with a solid equine client base and a largely individual focus on our livestock patients.
Our 2 year old purpose built clinic boasts a large reception area, multiple consultation rooms, separate dog and cat wards, 2 surgeries, large central treatment room and stables, dog runs and a crush at the back of the clinic.
The position will be for a full time or part time nurse with Certificate IV qualifications. The shifts will be a combination of day, night and weekend shifts to accommodate our afterhours care. Applicants should be confident in all aspects of nursing with our nurses sharing reception, medicine, surgery and anaesthesia roles. Applicants should be comfortable working as part of a team or as the sole nurse in the clinic.
For more information, or to apply for the position, please email:
vet@coastandvalleysvet.com.au and ATTN to the Practice Manager
Applications close 31 January 2020
For more information, see www.coastandvalleysvet.com.au and 
The Lake Veterinary Hospital, Belmont/Charlestown (posted 7th January) Casual Vet Nurse Across Two Locations
The Lake Vet Hospitals Lake Macquarie/Newcastle
Do you want to work in a high quality veterinary hospital in a purpose built, state of the art clinic? Do you want to surround yourself with vibrant and experienced colleagues?
Our clinics are family owned and operated. We have an excellent and long-standing clientele who are dedicated pet owners.
The clinic is equipped with state of the art ultrasound, digital body and dental x-ray imaging, in house diagnostics and more in purpose built clinics. We have a great team of long-term vets and nurses who enjoy working together and supporting each other which results in excellent care of our patients. Our staff are enthusiastic, competent and experienced combined with a good sense of humour that creates a friendly and supportive work environment.
What are we looking for?
- A veterinary nurse who is reliable, positive, perceptive and capable of working efficiently in a team environment.
- Experience in veterinary nursing is preferred and confidence in handling a wide variety of dogs, cats and pocket pets.
- Communication and customer service skills are also a priority.
- We expect dedication to the well being of our patients and the satisfaction of our clients.
This is a casual position requiring work during the week as well as one Saturday morning every fortnight across both our Charlestown and Belmont practices. There will also be some receptionist work required. There is also plenty of opportunity to pick up additional shifts when other staff are on holidays. This position is available now.
Interested in this position?
Email your resume to jane@lakevet.com.au
lakevet.com.au
Greencross Vets Castle Hill, NW Sydney (posted 6th January) PT Head Nurse
Part Time Head Veterinary Nurse
Castle Hill NSW
Over 1900 veterinarians and vet nurses across Australia have chosen a career with Greencross Vets. Our vets and vet nurses benefit from the resources that the largest veterinary group in Australia provides including an industry leading education program, business support for better work/life balance and career opportunities throughout the 140 plus veterinary related businesses in the Greencross Vets family. At Greencross Vets your passion for pets is exemplified by practicing the highest standards of care. We invite you to join Greencross Vets for a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Greencross Vets, a pioneer in the Veterinary landscape for over 10 years, are committed to raising the industry bar and we want you to be a part of our journey! An exciting Part Time opportunity exists for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our Castle Hill clinic.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners;
- Caring, handling and cleaning all animals;
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment;
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care;
- Performing minor procedures when required;
- Reception duties including being the first point of contact for clients, handling client enquiries in person and over the phone, scheduling appointments, managing client accounts, admitting and discharging patients.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities and expertise:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing;
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience working as a Veterinary Nurse, preferably with experience coaching and mentoring others;
- Excellent animal handling skills;
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures;
- Exceptional organisation, communication and customer service skills;
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment;
- Knowledge of RX Works ideal but not essential.
What we can offer you:
- An interesting and varied role as well as a dynamic and supportive team environment;
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education, ongoing mentorship and regular performance reviews;
- Access to a support network of like-minded professionals.
Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications. If this role is the right one for you, and you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, please email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the above mentioned criteria to:
Kelly Althaus
Area Manager
Kelly.Althaus@greencrossvet.com.au
Double Bay Vet Clinic, Sydney's Eastern Suburbs (posted 6th January) Full or Part Time Qualified Vet Nurse
Double Bay Veterinary Clinic and Pyrmont Vet Hospital
Required: Qualified Veterinary Nurse (part time or full time position available)
We are a busy small animal clinic, providing top quality patient care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
We are a highly respected, modern, well-equipped practice located in a sought after area of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, with a second branch in Pyrmont. With a team of highly experienced veterinarians as well as a small animal specialist on staff, you will not only have the tools but the team to help you succeed.
The job:
- Assisting veterinarians during consultations, examinations and treatments, while using appropriate restraint techniques.
- Performing reception duties, including answering telephone calls, making appointments, preparing accounts and accepting payments.
- Assisting in the preparation, induction and monitoring of patients during surgical procedures. Basic grooming (comfort clipping, bathing, ear cleaning).
- Preparing and administering medications and treatments prescribed by veterinarians.
- General cleaning duties.
- Providing insightful knowledge on diet, parasite control and behavioural enquiries.
Who are you?
- A qualified veterinary nurse with extensive experience in small animal care.
- An energetic individual with a positive and cooperative attitude.
- Committed and dedicated to your work, able to take initiative in appropriate situations
- Well presented and professional.
- Minimum provisional drivers license ideally with own transport (inter-branch travel is required).
We are looking for a nurse to join our team immediately. This is a full time position (38-40hrs/week) with occasional weekend work.
Please forward expressions of interest and CV to info@doublebayvet.com.au and Shaneabood@mchenrynorris.com.au
Mona Vale Veterinary Hospital, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 6th January) 
Position: Veterinary Nurse
Full-time
Salary: AU$53,000 to $60,000
“Have no fear!” said the cat.
“I will not let you fall.
I will hold you up high
As I stand on a ball.
With a book in one hand,
And a cup on my hat!
…..But that is not ALL I can do!”
said the cat…..
Dr Seuss
Do you thrive on the logistics of keeping a number of balls in the air at once?
Do you want to work in a non-corporate setting, alongside a lovely extended family of twenty workmates, liaising with people and their companion animals?
Are you drawn to the idea of a physically active role where every day is new and varied?
Would you like to work in beautiful Mona Vale, on Sydney’s sunny Northern Beaches?
Then what are you waiting for?
WHAT YOU KNOW ALREADY 😇
YOU ARE
- A kind person with such a passion for your work that your infectious self-motivation has an effect on others with whom you work.
- Calm in the face of challenge, continuing to deliver second-to-none care to your patients, clients and your workmates – a true Master of Multitasking!
- Someone who likes to be valued and rewarded for your hard work, you have useful advice on practical ways to make change for the better, and you are outstanding at putting changes into action.
- So excited about certain aspects of your work that you just can’t wait to be given the opportunity to learn more.
- A Cert IV or equivalent Veterinary nurse with at least 2 years of full-time work experience living within one hour’s journey of our hospital during peak hour traffic.
THE POSITION
- Holding animals to allow examination and treatment by Veterinarians
- Assisting Veterinarians to administer anaesthetics and oxygen during operations, then placing animals in cages for recovery from operations and monitoring their condition
- Giving medications to animals
- Providing animal care advice, and preparing, delivering, and reviewing animal care education programs
- May act as receptionist, accept payments and undertake clerical work
WHAT YOU MIGHT NEED TO KNOW 🤗
WE ARE
- A lovely bunch of people who enjoy each other’s company - 6 experienced vets and 1 recently graduated vet, 1 Head Nurse, 3 Cert IV nurses, 1 nurse just embarking on the Cert IV accreditation journey, 2 Cert IV nurses who enjoy the opportunity to escape their little families to help out now and then, 2 kennel hands, 3 receptionists (who are Cert IV nurses), a practice manager…… and a partridge in a pear tree!!!!
- A team providing awesome care for the animals of beautiful Mona Vale, on Sydney’s sunny northern beaches, having done for more than 30 years. We embrace the philosophy of ‘Fear Free’™ animal care and seek to employ someone who is like-minded.
- Welcoming to injured native animals and have a close association with local welfare groups.
- A hospital that is equipped with digital X-ray, dental X-ray, IM3 dental machine, IDEXX in-house machine, ultrasound machine. We use Rx Works.
- From the end of March there will be a recently built spacious one bedroom apartment with a large entertaining deck available at a subsidised rental rate.
Very excited to meet you soon! Please email your application – including a cover letter and resume to Dr Al Moran, mvvhstarnurse@gmail.com
This position is open due to one of our Cert IV nurses deciding to drop her full time nursing to go back to university, and one of our part-time nurses moving to far north Queensland.
Because we fully appreciate that you wish to honour notice at your current employment, this full time job will start in February, 2020. Remuneration is above the award, with pro rata holidays and holiday loading.
SASH Sydney, North Ryde (posted 3rd January) Full Time Ophthalmology Vet Nurse
Ophthalmology Nurse
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is Australia’s largest and most distinguished animal referral and emergency hospital. Over the past 12 years, SASH has developed a reputation that is globally renowned, attracting the top talent across all veterinary fields.
Being the largest referral specialist facility in Australia, SASH has more than 10 departments who work collaboratively on a variety of challenging cases. This has made us the go-to facility for clients wishing to receive the gold standard of care for their pets, with our team working hard to ensure the service we deliver is second to none.
The Position:
We are looking for an Ophthalmology Nurse who is professional and motivated while being passionate about providing exceptional patient care. This is a full-time, permanent position and will include a shared weekend roster with the team.
About You:
We are looking for a someone who can work independently with a reliable, adaptable and proactive approach to situations. To be successfully selected, you will need to demonstrate the following
- A keen interest in Ophthalmology
- Ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in General Anaesthesia & ventilation
- Confidence working in an extremely busy environment
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- Commitment to the culture and values of SASH
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in a similar nursing position
- Previous experience in Ophthalmology is highly regarded.
What's in it for You:
You will be joining SASH at a very exciting time with career development opportunities available for the right person. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding, with this role being central in supporting SASH to enrich the lives of pets and their families.
- Great opportunity to grow in a fast-paced environment
- Learn and develop a wide range of Clinical Skills from our specialist team of Vets and Nurses.
- Attractive salary package for the right candidate
- A committed, supportive Manager
- Collaborative team environment.
If you are interested in joining a supportive team, with excellent facilities and challenging and rewarding cases, we would love to hear from you!
The next step is to forward your resume with a cover letter: Attention Jessica O’Connor quoting Reference No: OPHT/JAN to email: employment@sashvets.com
The Ark Veterinary Hospital, Lindfield, North Shore Sydney (posted 3rd January)
Full Time Senior Nurse Position +
Position - Position - Position with Location - Location - Location
Are you looking for a completely unique role in the Northern Suburbs of Sydney?
Do you want to add a new dimension to your nursing career?
If you like what you have read so far- this means we have a fantastic opportunity for you.
A few details about who we are after and what we have to offer:
Our ideal candidate:
- Senior nurse with Cert IV qualifications
- Knows your own core values and wants to work in a culture that aligns with them
- Loves structure – but can wing it when they need to
- Wants to make a difference in the lives of both pets and their owners
If you are familiar with DISC profiles here is a summary of your qualities:
“You thrive on complex situations and challenging assignments. The stresses and pressures of everyday work and life are unlikely to reduce your effectiveness and enthusiasm."
What we have to offer:
"Lindfield is situated on the Upper North Shore, 13 kilometres north-west of Sydney’s CBD. This garden suburb offers great schools and a sense of community that locals cherish."
The Ark Vets: “Dedicated to caring gently for your pet with expertise and kindness”
- Structured welcome pack and induction program to help you feel welcomed from day 1
- Small team of amazing, dedicated, caring, and friendly professionals
- Purpose built and boutique style working environment
- Engaged clients that love their pets
- All the normal bells and whistles of a high-quality practice
This role is unique in its variety and scope. Being a team of experienced veterinarians and talented support staff you will be an integral part of our team. Your role will first and foremost be about allowing you to shine as a vet nurse, the exciting addition to your role will be in assisting the owner with training and staff wellness.
If you are still reading and excited about the possibilities, contact Jane Stewart ; janestewart11@gmail.com
The Ark Veterinary Hospital, Lindfield, Sydney NSW
SASH Central Coast, Tuggerah (posted 3rd January) Full Time ECC Vet Nurse
Emergency & Critical Care Nurse – Central Coast
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is Australia’s largest and most distinguished animal referral and emergency Hospital. Over the past 12 years, SASH has developed a reputation that is globally renowned, attracting the top talent across all veterinary fields. Our Tuggerah Hospital offers a wide range of clinical services including a 24 hour emergency service, internal medicine, surgery, oncology, ophthalmology, dermatology, radiology, and rehabilitation. This has made us the go-to facility for clients wishing to receive the gold standard of care for their pets, with our team working hard to ensure the service we deliver is second to none.
The Position:
We are looking for an Emergency and Critical Care Nurse who is professional and motivated, while being passionate about providing exceptional patient care. This is a full-time position, where we require someone with night shift and weekend availability.
- Admission & triage of emergency patients
- Forward planning of care for Critical patients prior to their arrival
- Providing support for all medical procedures on critical care patients for the day or night
- Plan and perform anaesthesia for unstable or critically ill patients
- Management of Client communication upon admission and discharge
- Perform treatments and post-operative care
- Communication with clients when admitting and discharging a patient
About You:
We are looking for a someone who can work independently with a reliable, adaptable and proactive approach to situations. To be successfully selected, you will need to demonstrate the following:
- Good knowledge of medical diseases & medical terminology
- Extensive knowledge of medical procedures
- Confidence in working with Emergency Veterinarians and Specialists
- Experience in General Anaesthesia & ventilation highly regarded
- Keen interest in a career in emergency and critical care
- Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in a similar nursing position
What we can offer you:
- Opportunity to work with a supportive and experienced team of Emergency Vets and specialised nurses, along with the wider specialist SASH team.
- Ongoing training and clinical support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Parking On site
- Staff discounts and social events
If you are interested in joining a supportive team, with excellent facilities and challenging and rewarding cases, we would love to hear from you!
The next step is to forward your resume with a cover letter: Attention Jessica O’Connor quoting Reference No: TUGECC/JAN to email: employment@sashvets.com
Dr Paws Oxley Highway, Port Macquarie (posted 24th December) Casual Vet Nurse
Dr Paws Oxley Highway Veterinary Hospital is located in Port Macquarie, at the mouth of the Hastings River on the mid NSW North Coast. We are approximately four hours’ drive north of Sydney and boast 17 gorgeous beaches, a lush hinterland and rainforest, a diverse variety of attractions, our own airport, acclaimed restaurants, excellent sporting facilities and great relaxed lifestyle. With one of the best year-round climates you will find in Australia, our friendly locals will welcome you with open arms!
Dr Paws Oxley is a modern veterinary clinic with a focus on providing the best veterinary care to our clients. Our staff have trained hard to be the best in their fields, and they continue to maintain and expand their knowledge and skills at every opportunity.
We are seeking an experienced Casual Vet Nurse to join our fantastic team!
What we can offer you:
- Access to practical training programs through our purpose-built Veterinary Training Centres
- Continuing education allowance and study leave for annum
- Access to one of the strongest networks of veterinary professionals
- Endless opportunities with the possibility of working across any one of our NVC clinics in Australia and New Zealand.
What you can offer us:
- A Certificate II or III in Animal Studies / Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing
- Experience in veterinary nursing
- A commitment to provide exceptional patient care
- Ability to oversee the caseload and work autonomously
- Exceptional communication and client relationship building skills
For further information, please visit https://oxleyhighwayvet.com.au/
National Veterinary Care (NVC) a group of 100 clinics located across Australia and New Zealand. What makes us different?
National Veterinary Care believes that if we put our people first, the results will follow. We achieve this through having a highly qualified Veterinary Surgeon as our General Manager – Vet Services, who keeps our clinical standards at the forefront of business decisions. We achieve it through our Veterinary Training Centres – industry firsts where we offer practical CPD in everything from behaviour through to orthopaedic surgery – so that you have the skills and confidence to care for every pet who comes through your clinic doors. Click here to see more!
Sounds great! How do I apply?
Please apply now via https://nvcltd.applynow.net.au/jobs/NVC863-vet-nurse
The University of Sydney, Camden, Sydney (posted 23rd December) Equine Veterinary Nurse
The University of Sydney
Camden Equine Centre - Position Vacant
Equine Veterinary Nurse – full time, 5 days per week, casual role with a view to permanent for the right applicant. Commencing early January 2020.
Essential Skills:
- Experience in all areas of Equine vet nursing essential
- Qualified - Cert IV Veterinary Nursing and other industry related training would be favourable
- Proven extensive experience in handling foals, yearlings, difficult horses
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Outstanding communication skills and a positive attitude
- Reliable, honest and trustworthy with the ability to work as part of a team
- Passion for delivering gold standard service to all aspects of the job
Daily Duties Include:
- Assisting Veterinarians, undergraduate veterinary students and other nurses with patient treatments, surgeries, work-ups
- Surgical preparation, theatre nursing, assistance and cleaning
- Ordering and maintaining adequate stock levels of consumables
- Meeting with Supplier Reps
- Maintenance, clinic hygiene and organising repairs of equipment
- Pre and Post op monitoring and care
Benefits:
- The opportunity to work in a specialist equine centre
- Work side by side with our expert team of equine sports medicine, surgery, medicine, imaging, anaesthesia and pathology clinicians
- Above award wages
Enquiries via email to Colleen Ritchard - Hospital Manager
E: colleen.ritchard@sydney.edu.au
Willoughby Veterinary Hospital, Sydney's Lower North Shore (posted 20th December) Part Time Vet Nurse
Are you a looking for a nursing position in a fun, challenging environment?
Willoughby Veterinary Hospital is a clinic situated on Sydney’s Lower North Shore. Our friendly Team includes 7 Veterinarians and 12 Nurses, and we are now in search of an extra team member to join us in striving for the best animal care possible!
We are seeking a Part Time Veterinary Nurse to join our vibrant team. We are after someone who can work 4 days a week, and possibly some weekends.
The successful applicants will:
- have excellent time management skills
- be driven to provide great patient care
- have the ability to remain level headed when under pressure
- have confident and professional communication skills
- have a positive, can-do attitude
Applicants with a Certificate IV or higher are preferred (or currently studying), however we are looking to hire a fabulous team member regardless of their qualifications.
If you think this is the position for you, please email your resume and cover letter to: Amy Keough at amy.wvh@gmail.com
We look forward to meeting you!
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, Rosebery (posted 19th December) Full Time Surgery Vet Nurse
Permanent Full Time Surgery Vet Nurse
Do you pride yourself on treating clients with care and respect, and ensuring stressed clients feel at ease?
Can you take a set of treatment instructions and run with them? Keep a busy and complicated day on track? Able to prioritise and multi-task with the best of them?
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is a 1000m2 purpose built facility that has state of the art equipment which will allow us to provide the absolute best care to patients in conjunction with our exceptional staff. The team has full time surgical, canine, feline and internal medicine specialists and a full-time specialist imaging service. This is in addition to our dermatology specialist and dentistry services.
Due to the growth our surgery service has experienced recently we need to add to our wonderful team, and we are looking for one more permanent full-time surgery nurse. To perform this role, you need to be highly organised and forward planning, and an excellent and clear communicator. You would have a strong interest in surgery.
About you:
- Must be fluent in English and has excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
- Conducts themselves in a manner that exhibits professionalism, excellent customer service and care for our sometimes very emotional clients
- Loves animals AND their owners.... you must be able to treat both with care and respect;
- Conducts themselves autonomously with exceptional time management skills.
- You must have a passion for diagnostic imaging. A desire to produce excellent quality studies consistently.
- Experience in sedation and anaesthesia of sick and critically ill patients must be a part of your skill set.
- Must have a Certificate IV in Vet Nursing or demonstrate equivalent on-the-job experience. Experience in specialist or referral practice is required.
About the job:
- The surgical nurses are responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the surgical service. Sterilisation and maintenance of surgical equipment, scrubbing in to assist with surgery, setup and maintenance of the surgical suit, ordering and maintaining surgical stock levels. Organising surgeons is particularly important and challenging part of the job.
- Nursing! You know: placing catheters, drawing blood, running tests, taking radiographs, anaesthetic and intensive care monitoring, pre/post-operative care and more. The specifics of the role depend on the service. The principal remains the same though – we expect active participation in working together for the betterment of our patients and clients. We give our nurses real responsibility in running and managing cases and the hospital.
- Keeping clients informed and happy – providing advice, answering questions and soothing their fears is a big part of the job;
- The surgical roster involves weekday shifts starting between 8am and 11am. The balance of shifts would involve a variety of weekday day, evening and weekend shifts. Working some public holidays is a requirement of the position. On occasion you might be called to see if you are available for a particularly hairy emergency surgery.
- This position will involve working once a week at our sister clinic in Rose Bay
- All positions require some degree of working across multiple services – we believe that part of being a team is learning about and working across different areas of the hospital and with various team members.
- The position includes ongoing education allowances, access to various online training opportunities, and the practice has regular nurse meetings where training is performed.
- We would like to fill one position starting in January or February 2020
About Us:
- Our people are important to us. We want our workplace to be a happy place where we share a goal of exceptional patient and client care.
- We aim to be leaders in every aspect of what we do.
- Respect for patients, clients, referring vets and each other is an important part of our values.
- We like shiny gadgets and have all of the usual/expected gadgets and then some. More space = more tools to let us do our jobs better!
- We are professional – we hold ourselves to high standards and you should too. Accountability is a part of our DNA.
- We are a team of vets, nurses and support staff that are active in sharing knowledge and have a strong focus on continuous improvement in knowledge, skills and practices.
- We strive to provide the best medical care for animals, professionally handle clients with care and compassion and provide an enjoyable and supportive atmosphere for our staff.
If you are interested in a position, please email a cover letter and your resume to
https://sydneyvetspecialists.com.au/vet-nurse-application/
For more information, visit: https://www.sydneyvetspecialists.com.au/
University of Sydney Veterinary Centre, Camperdown (posted 18th December) Full Time ECC Vet Nurse
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse
The University of Sydney Veterinary Science Degree is ranked number one in Australasia and number eleven in the world in 2017. The teaching hospital is an integral part of the veterinary science course as well as providing world-class veterinary medicine to the public including our busy general practice, referral medicine and surgery departments. UVTHS has recently completed state of the art renovations of our surgical and anaesthesia suites as well as our emergency and critical care department.
We pride ourselves on providing gold standard medicine to all of our patients while we work closely with the veterinary science faculty to provide an important component of the teaching process for the final year veterinary science students.
With the new merge with Vet Partners, UVTHS is excited to announce we are recruiting for an experienced Veterinary Nurse or Veterinary Technician to work as an emergency and critical care nurse.
The role includes:
As well as providing teaching support for the students who rotate throughout the hospital, you will work closely with specialist veterinarians and the E/CC Coordinator to provide gold standard care to the patients within your service. The successful applicant will work on a rotating full-time roster that covers Monday – Sunday, 24 hours a day. Shift times and weekends are rotated between each of the ECC nurses to ensure fairness.
We are looking for an experienced E/CC veterinary nurse to join our team on a full-time basis for an immediate start.
The ideal person:
You must possess either a minimum of Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technician Degree with ideal nursing experience of at least 2-3 years post-graduation.
Qualities our nursing staff require are:
- Patience
- Empathy and compassion
- Enthusiasm
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team
- A calm and friendly manner
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent animal handling skills
- Attention to detail
- High level of nursing skills
Please send your Resume & Cover Letter via email to ramtin.safrang@vetpartners.com.au
Sires On Ice Reproduction Clinic, Calga (posted 18th December) Casual Vet Nurse
Casual Veterinary Nurse Position
Sires On Ice Reproduction Clinic, Central Coast NSW
Are you looking for a change in your Veterinary Nursing career?
We are currently looking for an Experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team of highly qualified nurses.
Sires On Ice is a fast-paced Veterinary Canine Reproduction Clinic currently looking for an enthusiastic experienced Veterinary Nurse to fill a casual position in our expanding clinic.
Located at Calga on the Central Coast of NSW, our clinic is a well-equipped and very busy Reproductive clinic, operating 7 days a week 365 days a year.
We have an established core of committed clients and breeders and we are seeking an experienced Veterinary nurse, with energy and drive to contribute to our committed team. Our clinic is specifically based around reproduction, so an interest in this field would be of benefit.
What we are looking for:
- Minimum 2 years on the job experience in Veterinary nursing with appropriate Qualifications (Certificate IV in Veterinary nursing)
- Friendly & Confident, with excellent communications skills and professional manner
- Effective Time management and Organisation Skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment in a calm and productive manor
- Strong ability to multitask under sometimes stressful conditions
Primary responsibilities of this position will include:
- High Standard of Nursing skills
- Surgical & Hospital nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, pre/post-operative care
- In house pathology - Collecting blood and processing through progesterone machine
- Assisting veterinarians during consultations, examinations and treatments
- Performing reception & administration duties, which include answering the telephone, making appointments, preparing accounts and accepting payments
- Understanding of Digital Radiography
- General cleaning duties and some kennel hand duties
The position is a casual position. The applicant should be available to work on a rotating roster with weekend work being required.
Our hours of operation are between 8am and 5pm, 7 days a week.
To apply, please provide a written expression of interest detailing your relevant experiences and the personal and professional attributes you would offer to this role, as well as a copy of your current CV. Referees/references are essential.
Tony Wiseman
Director
Sires On Ice
3 Jones Road
Calga NSW 2250
Ph: 02 4375 1001
Or email to info@siresonice.com
See our website https://www.siresonice.com/
Northside Emergency Veterinary Service, Terrey Hills (posted 18th December) Emergency and Critical Care Vet Nurse
Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Nurse
NEVS is an after-hours emergency hospital, running alongside Northside Veterinary Specialists based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. We require an experienced veterinary nurse to join our friendly team. This position would be ideal for a general practice nurse wanting to branch out into the field of emergency and critical care.
About You:
- Passionate in providing exceptional patient and client care even at the busiest of times
- Strong work ethic and commitment to ongoing continuous professional development
- Calm, friendly ‘can do’ attitude
- Like minded person who fits in with our team, values and supports our culture
- Good knowledge of medical diseases and terminology
- Excellent communication skills
To be successful in this position you will have:
- Minimum 3 years experience in Veterinary Nursing
- Certificate IV or equivalent in Veterinary Nursing
- Drivers Licence
- A Passion for Emergency and Critical Care
About the job:
- This position involves split shifts.
- You will be responsible for the morning transfer of patients to our member veterinary hospitals.
- Nursing – Intravenous catheter placement, intravenous blood samples, assisting with radiographs, bandaging, monitoring anaesthetics.
- Reception Duties
- 1:2 weekend work
- Excellent Remuneration + Bonus Scheme
- Working public holidays is a requirement in this position
What we can offer you:
- Continuing Education Allowance and Study Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing training and clinical support
- Nursing responsibilities beyond general practice
If you would like further information, or wish to apply for this position, please email our nursing manager Kasey Findlay at kasey@nevs.net.au
You can visit our website www.nevs.net.au for more information on our service.
Casula Veterinary Hospital & Elizabeth Drive Animal Hospitals, South-West Sydney (posted 17th December) Casual Vet Nurse
Casula Veterinary Hospital and Elizabeth Drive Animal Hospitals are busy, well established small animal practices in South-western Sydney. We are located in the Liverpool area, just a few minutes from the Hume Hwy exit on M5.
We are well-equipped and provide a wide range of services including digital radiography (including PennHip), specialist ultrasonography, in-house and reference laboratory, dentistry, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries, puppy pre-schools and cat adoption program. Our toys include – IDEXX suite, Fujifilm digital x-ray, iM3 dental suite with CR7 dental x-ray unit, new GE ultrasound machine, endoscope, orthopaedic equipment. Access to VIN, CVE membership and Vet Education will be provided.
We are looking for an experienced casual veterinary nurse starting as soon as possible.
We are looking for an enthusiastic team member who has great customer service skills, the ability to work as part of a team and independently.
Duties include:
- Customer service and reception duties
- Surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring
- Laboratory tests
- Patient care
- Radiology
- IV fluid set up
- Post op monitoring
- Clinic hygiene and maintenance
Essential Criteria:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Exceptional animal and client care standards
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Computer skills (preferably experience with Vetlink SQL)
- Punctual and reliable
- Approachable & friendly with a positive attitude
- Own transport
- Strong work ethics
- Ability to work a roster that may involve day, evening, weekend and public holiday shifts at both our Casula and Liverpool clinics.
Please visit our website to learn more about us. www.veterinaryhospital.com.au
To apply, please email your resume to Amy: amy.bright@veterinaryhospital.com.au or call on 02 9602 9863
Animal Referral Hospital Homebush, Sydney Inner West (posted 16th December) Part Time Specialist Surgery Nurse
The Animal Referral Hospital – Homebush NSW
Job Number: HB1901
The Animal Referral Hospital is currently recruiting for an experienced Veterinary Nurse with a keen interest in Surgery cases to join our large Surgery team. The position is permanent part-time, working up to four days per week, including some weekend work, with overtime as required.
To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must have:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing as a minimum
- At least 4 years’ nursing experience
- Experience in monitoring anaesthetics at an advanced level for complex cases
- Strong attention to detail and good communication skills
- Dedicated work ethic and positive personality
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Nurse with a passion for surgery. They will work closely with a highly experienced Surgery team, made up of Vets (including Specialists) and Nurses, who value continuous learning through observation, following instructions and asking good questions.
ARH is a large hospital with the latest equipment and 24/7 Receptionists and Animal Attendants to allow Nurses to be the best Nurse they can be. We also offer continuing education allowance, study leave, free on-site parking, regular team lunches, and above-award remuneration.
To apply, please send your updated resume to recruitment@arhvets.com, quoting job number ‘HB1901’ in the subject of your email. All applicants must have at least two reliable references. Applications to be addressed to:
Kylie Snerling
Surgery Nurse Manager
Animal Referral Hospital
250 Parramatta Rd
Homebush NSW 2140
www.arhvets.com.au
Blakehurst Veterinary Clinic, South Sydney (posted 12th December) Casual Experienced Vet Nurse
Are you an experienced Vet Nurse? We need you!
If you’re an energetic self-starter with a track record in exceptional client service as a veterinary nurse, we need you at our amazing, award-winning veterinary hospital located in Southern Sydney (20kms to CBD).
Working at Blakehurst Vet is paw-some! You will be part of an inclusive, dynamic team caring for pets in a brand new, purpose-built hospital, delivering platinum service every time.
Our nurses perform interesting and varied tasks including first-class patient care, surgical nursing, reception duties and assisting with social media. Nurses are supported by fabulous, energetic animal attendants on every shift.
We are looking for a qualified Veterinary Nurse with:
- At least 2 years paid experience as a vet nurse
- Highly developed nursing skills (in-house lab, anaesthesia monitoring, recovery, discharge, IV catheter placement, blood collection, nurse consultations)
- The ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
- Enthusiasm for being an active team player
- A professional work ethic and a positive outlook
- Amazing communication skills
Shifts (including Saturdays) are to be negotiated with the successful applicant/s. We pay our valued nurses above award and provide scrubs. Start date is as soon as possible.
If this sounds like you, please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Email application to Practice Manager jobs@blakehurstvet.com.au
NB: Veterinary Nurses with RCVS registration will be highly regarded. Accommodation is available for the right person.
For more information, see www.blakehurstvet.com.au
Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), North Ryde (posted 10th December) Inpatient Care Nurse
Inpatient Care Nurse
The Hospital:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is Australia’s largest and most distinguished animal referral and emergency hospital. Over the past 12 years, SASH has developed a reputation that is globally renowned, attracting the top talent across all veterinary fields.
Being the largest referral specialist facility in Australia, SASH has more than 10 departments who work collaboratively on a variety of challenging cases. This has made us the go-to facility for clients wishing to receive the gold standard of care for their pets, with our team working hard to ensure the service we deliver is second to none.
The Position:
We are looking for an Inpatient Care Nurse who is professional and motivated, while being passionate about providing exceptional patient care. You’ll be responsible for providing care to all inpatients and working closely with Specialists and other members of the multi-disciplinary teams.
This is a full-time position, where you will be required to work on a 7-day rotating roster. The position involves rotating through the Medicine, Surgery and Emergency departments. This allows our nurses to ensure they are continually building on their practical skills relating to inpatient care nursing.
About You:
We are looking for a someone who can work independently with a reliable, adaptable and proactive approach to situations. To be successfully selected, you will need to demonstrate the following
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- Good knowledge of all medical diseases & medical terminology
- Problem solving and decision-making skills
- Have a flexible approach to issues
- Self-motivated and committed to ongoing professional development
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- 2 years’ experience in a similar role
What we can offer you:
- Close to public transport
- Ongoing training and development
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing education allowance
- Employee discounts and social events
If you are interested in the prospect of working in a great team who provide on-going support and excellent facilities with challenging and rewarding cases, don’t miss this opportunity!
This role is available to start immediately!
The next step is to forward your resume with a cover letter:
Attention Jessica O’Connor quoting Reference No: IPC/DEC to email: employment@sashvets.com.
Concord Veterinary Hospital, North Strathfield (posted 10th December)
Concord Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Full Time Vet Nurse who will be a great addition to our current 4 Vet, 6 Veterinary Nurse and 3 Casual staff practice – to start as soon as possible.
Our ideal candidate will:
- A positive attitude to work and an excellent work ethic
- Be a team player
- Have excellent animal handling skills
- Have excellent communication skills and a high emotional intelligence
- Have strong client service focus
- Be competent in basic reception duties
- Be able to work confidently in a busy environment
- Be aligned with our mission statement which is to provide personalised, compassionate and consistent veterinary care to all of our patients
- Have a drive to provide excellent patient care at all times
- Be available to work five days per week, Monday to Friday (negotiable)
Common daily duties include:
- Animal handling and restraint
- Managing the running of surgery
- Monitoring general anaesthesia
- Assisting the Vets with treatments
- General cleaning of the clinic
- Reception duties
The practice is equipped with digital x-ray, brand new ultrasound machine, IM3 Dental X-ray and dental machine, blood pressure monitoring, two anaesthetic machines, surgery, IV pumps and IDEXX in-house machine (Procyte and Catalyst). We are fully computerised with Vetlink software.
We have a strong association with the Cat Protection Society and other welfare groups, so our ideal candidate needs to be aligned with the ethos of these groups.
Please have a look at our Facebook page and website www.concordvets.com.au to see what we are all about!
Please email your application with a cover letter and resume to the Hospital Manager, Rheanna Mills at: manager@concordvets.com.au
Canley Heights Veterinary Hospital, Canley Heights (posted 9th December) Full Time Vet Nurse
Canley Heights Veterinary Hospital is looking for a full time Veterinary Nurse in our small animal, 6 vet, long established practice.
We offer:
- A varied work life.
- Our patients vary from cats, dogs and a large case load of birds, we see small mammals and reptiles also.
- We have a commitment to treating wildlife and have a very good relationship with WIRES and Sydney Metropolitan Wildlife Services.
- Above award wages.
- Hours are negotiable within a 40 hour 5 day week
- Flexibility to accommodate your work/life balance
We want you to have:
- An interest in birds, wildlife and pets.
- True empathy for owner’s needs.
- Certificate IV and at least 1 year of experience.
- Self-reliance and show initiative
- An excellent phone manner
- We are located in the most culturally diverse Council area in Australia so a second language would be an advantage.
Call us on (02) 9604 9792 or send your CV to:
Ian Hackworthy at canleyheightsvet@hotmail.com
See our website https://www.localvet.com.au/canleyheights/Default.aspx
RSPCA Yagoona, South-West Sydney (posted 6th December)
We are currently looking for Permanent Full-Time Experienced Veterinary Nurses to join our team at RSPCA NSW Veterinary Hospital in Yagoona.
We are a friendly, enthusiastic and hard working team who pride ourselves on providing the best patient care for our Private, Shelter and Inspectorate Patients.
Our ideal candidate has the following attributes:
- Work a rotating roster. 1:2 weekends
- Have held their Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing for a minimum of 2 years paid experience.
- Confidence in nursing abilities - including anaesthetics, taking bloods, placing IV catheters, Managing hospital patients, ICU patients, Isolation Patients etc.
- The confidence to work independently alongside one of our many experienced vets.
- Shows initiative and always strives towards improving their skills.
- Reliable and hard working.
- The ability to work in a team environment and support fellow staff.
- A valid NSW Driver's Licence.
- Willing to Continue Personal Development to maintain nursing skills/Knowledge.
- Australian Permanent Residency or Citizenship status.
What we can offer you:
A supportive and friendly environment to work in Vast array of equipment, including x-rays, full range of IDEXX diagnostic equipment, endoscope, ECG, ultrasound, Capnograph, etc.
Further nursing skills and develop knowledge in a fast passed environment with many different medical/surgical exposure.
For more information or to apply, please contact Claire Richards on crichards@rspcansw.org.au and 0413 622 085
Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic, St Peters (posted 6th December) Full Time Experienced Vet Nurse
Experienced Vet Nurse
We are looking for a full-time experienced vet nurse to join our professional vet clinic.
We’re a family owned, community focused modern clinic. We offer ultrasound, CT, digital x-ray and all the latest technology including Ligasure and Cayman surgical handpieces. Our clients are fantastic - 75% are insured!
Please click here to see photos
We have a culture for innovation and routinely welcome new ideas for improving animal welfare outcomes for our patients.
Convenient inner-city location near bustling Newtown. Plenty of underground parking makes it easy to get to work, public transport is a quick 6-minute walk away.
We have a great professional team ready to welcome the right person.
We offer above award salary rates.
Our ideal candidate must meet the following:
Essential criteria
- Qualification as a Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV or equivalent).
- Minimum of 4-5 years paid experience.
- High standard of nursing skills (IV catheter placement, blood collection, anaesthesia monitoring, admission and discharge appointments, nurse consultations, use of in-house equipment).
- Be client focused and compassionate.
- Ability to work efficiently and thoroughly in a multi-task environment.
- Have a positive and mature attitude.
- Be a team player.
Desirable Criteria
- Surgical nursing experience preferred.
- Driver’s license preferred.
- Happy to work 1 in 3 weekends.
To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your skills that match our criteria to cc@southerncrossvet.com.au attention Phil.
Rose's Veterinary Practice, Echuca (posted 6th December)
Experienced Vet Nurse – Rose’s Vet Practice
We require a full or part time, experienced veterinary nurse for our family-friendly, small animal practice in Echuca.
Echuca is a vibrant, tourist town with the fabulous Murray River on its doorstep and great restaurants.
What we have to offer:
- A large variety of nursing, with support and opportunities to continually increase your skill set
- A small, intimate practice where you are able to build up great relationships with clients and patients
- Extra perks only a small, personal practice can provide
- Experienced veterinary nurse support from a close-knit team in a happy working environment
- Achievable work/life balance
Please click here to see photos!
The successful applicant will preferably have the following expertise and qualities:
- Qualified Veterinary Nurse – Certificate IV or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years fulltime previous experience
- The ability to learn quickly, take direction and adapt to new situations
- Passionate and caring nursing and people skills
- A high level of skill in monitoring anaesthetics
- The ability to multitask, be organised and work efficiently
- Available to cover shifts on short notice, assist vets on afterhours and triage afterhours emergency calls
We are looking for someone who knows what a Bair Hugger is and can interpret a capnograph. We have some “toys” which can impress, but what we really need is someone to join our team who fits in with us. Which means you need to be a true team player, love our clinic cat and be passionate about what you do.
Does this sound like you? Then please call us on 03 54 806 366 or email rosesvet1@aapt.net.au
Dr Rose Parsons
Rose’s Veterinary Practice
Echuca Vic 3564
Animal Referral and Emergency Centre, Broadmeadow (posted 3rd December) Emergency Vet Nurses
Emergency Nurses
(Permanent Part Time, Maternity Leave and Casual)
Are you an experienced Veterinary Nurse with a passion for Emergency cases?
We are currently seeking the following:
- Permanent experienced Veterinary Nurse
- Maternity Leave Veterinary Nurse
- Casual nurses
You will be working alongside our team of Emergency and Critical Care staff across a 24-hour roster. This position would be suitable for nurses with previous experience in this role or those who are looking for a new direction with their nursing.
You have:
- 2 years’ experience in emergency (preferred)
- Minimum 3-5 years GP experience in a busy practice
- Certificate IV or equivalent in Veterinary Nursing
- Experience in working both sole charge and in a team
- Flexibility to work some Public Holidays, Weekends, Nightshift
- A willingness to learn and a positive outlook
- Ability to stay calm in a busy environment
- A drive to experience something new and challenging
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritise and multi-task
About the job:
- Intravenous catheter placement, intravenous blood samples, assisting with radiographs, bandaging, monitoring anaesthetics.
- Ensure appropriate diagnostics are performed and results recorded and communicated
- Advanced nursing techniques such as ventilator care
- Communicate patient progress to staff, clients and referral hospitals
- Assisting other nurses and doctor
- Reception and triage duties
- Handle patients in line with our “Low Stress Handling” Techniques
AREC can offer:
- On-the-job training of more advanced Nursing Procedures
- Above award remuneration
- We like toys and gadgets, and have all the usual, plus extras like a CT machine.
- A modern workplace with an ethical framework
- We’re a team, we all pitch in to get the job done and have fun while we’re doing it
The maternity leave nurse would start with us in December and work with us through to the end of March 2020.
If you would like to learn more about our centre, please visit www.arecvet.com.au
To apply go to https://arecvet.com.au/employment/cv-submission/
My Vet Animal Hospital, Waterloo (posted 28th November) Vet Nurses - 1 x Part Time & 2 x Part Time Internships
My Vet Animal Hospital is a complete purpose built veterinary hospital located in Waterloo, Sydney.
We have 2 internships available for an entry level trainee nurse students at this stage the ideal candidate for the internship must be available 2-3 days a week to start but with the potential for more days in the future. We are also looking for a PART TIME qualified vet nurse with potential for more days in the future - working visas are welcome to apply.
The veterinary hospital has been open for almost 6 years and is a 3 vet and 4 nurse practice.
We are now again looking for some bright and bubbly people to join our team. At My Vet, we are more than just a vet hospital, we have a very different work culture and we are always striving to improve. We are looking for someone who is going to grow with us as a team.
The internship is for 6 months and there may be the potential for an offer of permanent employment at the end for the ideal candidate.
This intern role would suit someone who is:
- Enrolled in Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing with some experience in the animal industry.
- Animal handling experience is preferred
- Someone who is enthusiastic and hard working with an excellent work attitude
- Dedicated and committed to animal care and customer service
- Reliable, honest and trustworthy
- Able to work semi unsupervised & as part of a team
- Able to multitask & follow directions
- Eager to learn
The qualified role would suit someone who is :
- Holds a Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing with 1+ year experience in the animal industry.
- Someone who is enthusiastic and hard working with an excellent work attitude
- Dedicated and committed to animal care and customer service
- Reliable, honest and trustworthy
- Able to work unsupervised & as part of a team
- Able to multitask & follow directions
- Eager to learn and expand their veterinary knowledge
We strive to provide a service that is not just of the highest quality, but is compassionate to each individual circumstance. We expect our team members to be willing to go over and above for our clients and their pets and to be a team player. Our Nurses ensure the standard of animal care/husbandry and presentation of hospital facilities are maintained at the highest possible level.
Please click here to see photos!If you are interested please email your resume and cover letter to:
reception@myvetanimalhospital.com.au
Attention: Kazia McArthur
Subject line: Intern position or Qualified position depending on which place you are applying for.
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Randwick Equine Centre, Randwick (posted 25th November) Full Time Equine Vet Nurse
Equine Veterinary Nurse
Your new role
Sydney’s largest Equine Veterinary Practice is currently accepting applications for a qualified and experienced Equine Veterinary Nurse.
The practice has both a large hospital and ambulatory case load. We service a large area of Sydney and outer districts and are also a specialised referral centre for both surgical and medical cases. The position requires performing a range of duties associated with a busy hospital environment including nuclear medicine, video-endoscopy, digital radiology, practice pharmacy, lameness examinations, theatre nursing and administrative/reception duties.
Nurses work a 38-hour week with varying 8-hour shifts Monday to Friday between 7.30am and 6.30pm and rostered Saturday mornings. Some overtime may be required on occasion.
Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications
A minimum qualification of a Certificate III in Animal Studies (Veterinary Nursing) is required for this position and experience working as an equine veterinary nurse. You must have good horse handling skills, be composed under pressure and possess excellent communication skills.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications and experience.
Job Type & Category: Full-time
Company Profile
Your new company is one of Australia’s largest equine practices, established in 1951 and located in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. The practices’ mission is to provide the highest quality state-of-the-art veterinary services to the racing, performance and pleasure horse industry in the greater Sydney area.
Apply to:
applications@randwickequine.com.au
For more information, see http://www.randwickequine.com.au/
Greencross Vets, Alexandria & Coogee-Maroubra (posted 25th November) Part Time Vet Nurse
Part Time Veterinary Nurse
Alexandria & Coogee-Maroubra, NSW
Over 1900 veterinarians and vet nurses across Australia have chosen a career with Greencross Vets. Our vets and vet nurses benefit from the resources that the largest veterinary group in Australia provides including an industry leading education program, business support for better work/life balance and career opportunities throughout the 136 plus veterinary related businesses in the Greencross Vets family. At Greencross Vets your passion for pets is exemplified by practicing the highest standards of care. We invite you to join Greencross Vets for a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Greencross Vets, a pioneer in the Veterinary landscape for over 10 years, are committed to raising the industry bar and we want you to be a part of our journey! An exciting opportunity exists for a Part Time Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our Alexandria & Coogee-Maroubra clinics.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Caring, handling and cleaning all animals;
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment;
- Undertaking general nursing tasks including: pre and post-operative care, pathology and emergency and critical care;
- Delivering outstanding client care to all patients and owners;
- Participating as an enthusiastic team member with a positive ‘go-getter’ attitude;
- Administrative duties and associated tasks.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities and expertise:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent;
- At least 1-year of experience working as a Veterinary Nurse;
- Excellent phone manner, communication and customer service skills;
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures;
- Confidence in monitoring anaesthesia;
- A calm and friendly professional with a sense of humour.
What we can offer you:
- A job in one of Australia’s largest and most progressive vet hospitals;
- An interesting and varied role where nurses are highly valued within the team;
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education, ongoing mentorship and regular performance reviews;
- Access to a support network of like-minded professionals.
Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications. If this role is the right one for you, and you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, please email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the above-mentioned criteria to:
Karli Perrin
Practice Manager
karli.perrin@greencrossvet.com.au
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