Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - SA and Tasmania
Walkerville Vet, Adelaide SA (posted 11th May)
Veterinary Nurse
Hours: Full Time (part time also considered for the right applicant)
Pay: Negotiable, above award
About us:
Walkerville Vet was established in 1999 and moved to purpose-built premises in 2019. We are an inner city veterinary practice with an educated and supportive client base and high standards of care.
You will be in a thoroughly supportive environment where solo shifts are not rostered. Experience working as a veterinary nurse is essential.
Walkerville Vet is well equipped and you can expect to be able to work without compromises. Feel free to come for a tour before you apply, do a trial shift and get to know us, or visit our extensive website at: https://www.walkervillevet.com.au
For more information contact Amanda at the clinic. Applications or enquiries can be sent Attention Amanda (Nurse Vacancy) to: contact@walkervillevet.com.au
Animal Welfare League - South Australia, Wingfield, SA (posted 10th May)
Veterinary Nurse
(Permanent part-time position available)
Shelter Vet Nurse Permanent Part Time Wingfield SA
An exciting and rare opportunity is available for fully qualified Veterinary Nurse to join AWL’s team.
- 30 hrs week
- Monday to Friday 8am-4pm including one in four weekends
- Working in a team of 5.4 FTE vet nurses and 3.4 FTE vets
This is an opportunity to be part of one of the most dynamic and supportive shelter veterinary teams in South Australia. We provide critical services to animals arriving into our care by ensuring the health and welfare needs are met and are of the highest standards.
We do not offer veterinary services to the public, so interaction with clients is limited to foster care consultations only.
About our Animal Care Centre
Our brand new $20m shelter at Wingfield has a purpose-built vet clinic with two operating theatres, three heated surgical tables, large prep/treatment area, wet table, five consult rooms, separate cat and dog wards, IM3 dental machine, V5 anaesthetic monitoring, in-house bloods, digital x-ray, low stress animal enclosures and fear free design features.
The vet nurses form an integral part of the veterinary team, and work closely with the vets and Animal Care Staff.
We are looking for a qualified and experienced veterinary nurse with a wide and varied set of skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
We are looking for someone who has;
- Cert IV in veterinary nursing or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years veterinary nursing experience
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of medical and surgical veterinary nursing
- Outstanding animal handling skills
- Strong communication and problem solving abilities
- Shelter experience (preferred but not essential)
For a confidential discussion, please call Natasha Marginis on 0404 113 824
Please address your application to the People, Culture & Safety Advisor and email it to: employment@awl.org.au
Applications for this position should be accompanied by a covering letter and current CV.
Newton Vet Clinic, Newton Adelaide SA (posted 30th April)
Veterinary Nurse - Permanent Part Time
If you are a locum vet nurse looking for short term work, please contact us as we need to cover the position urgently while employing a new permanent vet nurse or vet tech.
We anticipate 20 to 35 hrs per week, although this is flexible, with occasional cover for staff leave and no after hours.
Applicants with any science based degree are most welcome to apply.
This is a non-corporate practice in the north eastern foothills of Adelaide.
- Cert IV or equivalent essential.
- A willing attitude and common sense are both highly desirable.
- The wage is negotiable
For more information or to apply, please email: gdbvet@hotmail.com
Check us out at: http://newtonvet.com.au/ and 
Newton Vet Clinic
112 Clairville Road
Newton, SA, 5074
Adelaide Bird & Exotics Vet Centre, Richmond, SA (posted 27th April)
Full time veterinary nurse
At the Adelaide Bird and Exotics Vet Centre we have a high caseload of first opinion, referral and emergency work and our vet nurses are integral in providing outstanding care to all patients. After recent renovations and an increase in vet numbers, we are now looking to add more nursing staff to the team to assist in providing excellent customer care and service. Applicants should be able to work in a busy, fast-paced environment with excellent communication skills, and have a strong client focus. Think east coast busy clinic, rather than sleepy Adelaide! Attention to detail is a must as our nurses play a key role in the care of our unusual patients. Being able to multitask and work well under pressure is a must as no two days are ever the same. We are replacing a nurse who has left to go to uni and one who wanted to work closer to home.
Experience with exotics is preferred but a passion for their welfare is essential. We can teach the skills, but you need to bring the hype. Animals seen include birds (pet, aviculture, chickens, pigeons), reptiles and small mammals (rabbits, ferrets, rodents and marsupials).
Your responsibilities will include:
- Reception duties
- Triaging emergencies, performing TPRs and taking histories for vets
- Providing species specific advice to clients
- Nurse consultations
- Surgical and anaesthetic nursing
- In-house pathology
- Care of boarding patients
- Care and treatment of hospitalised patients
- Cleaning and maintenance of hospital equipment
Requirements:
- Certificate IV in veterinary nursing. We find that without this qualification and experience, you do not have the required skills for this role.
- High patient care standards with good attention to detail.
- Experience with performing anaesthesia.
- Ability to work in a small team.
- Initiative and good time management skills.
- Desire to improve your knowledge and skill level.
Remuneration is based on your level of experience and suitability to the role.
If you are interested in this position, please send both a cover letter describing why you are suited to the position and a resume to Anne Fowler by email at: anne@abevc.com.au.
Adelaide Veterinary Specialist & Referral Centre, Norwood, SA (posted 9th April)
Veterinary Nurse
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic and motivated team at Adelaide Veterinary Specialist and Referral Centre. This position is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to further their career in Specialist Nursing. This is a permanent opportunity.
What we offer you:
- A varied and interesting role
- A strong support network of very knowledgeable and experienced staff
- Training & professional development opportunities
- A supportive and dynamic team environment.
Our ideal candidate will have the following skills and expertise:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- 3-5 years’ experience working as a Veterinary Nurse, experience in specialty preferred but not essential
- A strong work ethic and ability to work in a team, as well as the confidence to work autonomously
- Flexibility, enthusiasm and a positive attitude
- The ability to remain calm under pressure
- Exceptional customer service & communication skills
- Confidence in dealing with people – given the nature of our business, it is crucial our Nurses are able to effectively deal with clients who may be highly stressed or emotional
- Exceptional organisation and time management skills
- The ability to multitask and to demonstrate initiative
- Be flexible, adaptable and have a positive attitude
Pay rate: $25.20 + super + penalties and relevant loadings.
If you are looking for a new & exciting challenge, and you believe that this is your opportunity to shine please send your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the above-mentioned criteria to:
David Mason
Hospital Administrator
vetrecruitment@gxltd.com.au
Greencross Vets Strathalbyn, SE of Adelaide, SA (posted 8th April)
Veterinary Nurse
Strathalbyn SA
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 an enthusiastic Certificate IV qualified Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our Strathalbyn clinic.
“Greencross is like a big family to me. I love my job; I love the diversity it has to offer, and I love the career growth it can offer.”
Primary Responsibilities
- 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
Qualities and Expertise
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or you are close to completion)
- A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
- 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
We Offer
- Competitive salary inline with Level 4 Nurse qualified plus super and benefits
- 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
For a confidential conversation about what the future with us may look like please reach out to our Strathalbyn Team – Sarah or Kaya on (08) 8536 2722 | Kaya.Moyse@greencrossvet.com.au | Sarah.Wandel@greencrossvet.com.au
www.greencrossvets.com.au/vets/strathalbyn
Tea Tree Gully Veterinary Hospital, Outer NE Adelaide (posted 8th April)
Veterinary Nurse
We want you to Utilise your Skills and Passion for pets in our very own State of the Art Veterinary Hospital” Saturday Work ONLY
Hospital of Excellence – Tea Tree Gully Veterinary Hospital
We need an Experienced Veterinary Nurse who holds a Certificate IV qualification.
Your Role will be:
Focusing mainly on client communication and reception work. This involves answering phones, making appointments, processing payments, medication repeats and all other tasks required at the front desk.
- Permanent Part Time - Saturday 7.30-4pm
- Reception work
- Client communication
- Surgical & Medical Nursing as required
Skills required for role:
Talk to clients and team members and always calmly communicate Triage patients Be comfortable with TPR, Blood pressure, ECG, Spo2 and ETCo2 monitoring Calculate drug doses and administer under veterinary supervision Attend to the needs of critical patients Emergency nursing skills, familiar with shock therapy, hit by car cases and snake bite treatments
About the Hospital
Tea Tree Gully Veterinary Hospital is a long-established small animal only facility, cats, dogs, rabbits and occasional pocket pets no birds or reptile work. We are a Veterinary Surgeons Board Accredited Hospital and an ASAV Hospital of Excellence We operate from a large brand new (3 years) Hospital that is fantastic to work and live in TTG Vet is a passion driven practice because our clients' pets deserve to be looked after in the best possible way and we are here to provide it.
We also think people in the veterinary industry deserve to have the best possible workplaces to exist in We are a big well managed team of eight Vets and thirty support staff We practice a wide range of veterinary services including; Regular Orthopaedic surgery A committed Feline practice Acupuncture services Ultrasound and Endoscopy Chemotherapy Your skills and experience will continue to progress if you choose to work with us.
Please send a cover letter telling us about yourself with a 2-page A4 resume attached, including two recent references to Jodie Raethel at: jraethel@ttgvet.com.au
Colonel Light Veterinary Clinic, Inner SE Adelaide SA (posted 8th April)
Veterinary Nurse Role Available
We are looking for a veterinary nurse to join our wonderful team of 8 Vets and 11 Nurses.
With the ability to include reception work, surgical nursing, hospital nursing and potentially puppy pre-school, the role is varied and allows for plenty of scope for personal development catering to the strengths, experiences and interests of the individual.
Our clinic is busy with an interesting mix of medical and surgical cases where our vets are supported by a group of amazing, dedicated nurses. We are independently owned and have the privilege of a long standing relationship within our community, having provided our services for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on building and maintaining strong relationships with our clients and are all dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. There are no KPI's or sales targets, just amazing customer service and team work that sets us apart.
We are looking for someone who is flexible and able to work every second Saturday. The position involves up to 38 hours per week with remuneration commensurate with experience. The clinic is open weekdays from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm and 7:30am to 1:30pm on Saturdays.
The clinic is very well equipped with digital radiography, endoscope, ultrasound, electrocautery, anaesthetic monitoring equipment, in house IDEXX Catalyst pathology and integrated Cornerstone software. Our team of incredible Veterinarians range in experience from 4 years to 20+.
We are located in the inner south eastern suburbs of Adelaide, specifically the foothills, and as such we are able to refer to a number of after hours and specialist centres when necessary. Whilst most of our work is with dogs and cats there is occasional work with exotics and wildlife.
We would love to hear from a positive, motivated nurse with experience and /or a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
If our practice sounds like what you are looking for, please contact Dr Zoe Wearing at email accounts@colonellightvet.com
We look forward to meeting with you.
Visit: www.colonellightvet.com.au and
Pets and Their People, Inner Adelaide, SA (posted 1st April)
Veterinary Nurse Position
Are you fulfilled in your role and using your skills to their full potential?Pets and their people are a proudly privately owned company with 2 hospitals and 1 clinic across inner Adelaide looking for Cert 4 qualified nurse. Currently enrolled nurses are welcome to apply.
Our hospitals are board certified and we are aiming for ASAV Hospital accreditation so we continue to deliver the highest of standards – so what sets us apart?
We are the reigning winner of Australia’s Best Led Practice and Best Team Leader awarded by the Lincoln Institute.
https://lincolninstitute.com.au/leadership-awards/
There are numerous reasons that we won this award but our staff leadership was the key.
Our belief in this is so strong we always make time to close our clinics each week so you have time to truly engulf yourself in the learnings.
Regular reviews with your Manager and ongoing support from your Team Leaders give you the opportunity to set, work towards and achieve professional goals.
We have a strong focus on supporting a healthy work life balance. We achieve this with rosters that are put out at least a month in advance, with an aim to have a regular rostered day off, always striving to have a great work culture along with access to a private Employee Assistance Program.
If you are interested in learning more and having the opportunity to work for one of the most sought after vet clinics to work in please send your cover letter and resume to Donna Morrison, Practice Manager on
practicemanager@petsandtheirpeople.com.au
Adelaide Animal Emergency & Referral Centre, Kurralta Park SA (posted 31st March) Full Time Surgery Vet Nurse
EXPERIENCED VETERINARY NURSE – SURGERY
The Adelaide Animal Emergency & Referral Centre is a 24hr multi-disciplinary centre offering emergency, specialist and referral veterinary services. We have a strong ethics of providing the very best treatment and care for pets in the fields of emergency medicine, internal medicine, oncology, cardiology, dentistry, specialist surgery, critical care and diagnostic imaging.
If you are highly motivated, caring, passionate and want to improve your knowledge we have a ground-floor opportunity available in the surgery department. We have a ward nurse position opening up with the intent of training the successful applicant in high level patient care and depending on interests and capabilities, other aspects of surgery nursing. Our busy Specialist Surgery Department is growing, and an opportunity exists for you to join our team of highly skilled and dedicated nurses, surgeons and surgical residents to provide the highest quality care to our patients.
This position is up to 35 hours per week with some after-hours and weekend rotation work expected.
What can you expect from our team?
- You will have a varied and interesting role in providing critical care support to the surgical team.
- You will have a large network of specialists, referral practitioners and highly trained nurses from whom to seek support, training and mentorship
- You will have new and unique opportunities to learn and gain training in veterinary surgery, diagnostic imaging, anaesthesia, multi-modal analgesia and critical care
- You will have access to state-of-the-art surgical, imaging and anaesthesia equipment and procedures
- You can expect to be excited, educated, enlightened, enthused and inspired!
As a successful candidate, you will possess the following skills and attributes:
- You have attained a minimum of Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing, with at least 2-3 years' experience
- VNCA Accredited Veterinary Nurse and/or Registered Veterinary Nurse favourable
- Previous specialist surgery and/or critical care experience will be favourable
- You have a strong work ethic and enjoy working as part of a team
- You understand and commit to excellent patient care and a “fear-free” approach to patient handling
- You have the confidence and initiative to work autonomously yet seek assistance as needed
- You are able to multi-task and navigate within a busy, fast-paced workplace
- You are flexible, enthusiastic and have a positive can-do attitude
- You can provide excellent customer service and have good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
- You are passionate about continuing education and regularly seek opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge (Specialist Surgical Nursing specific CE / Diploma in Surgical Nursing focused)
If you are looking for a new and exciting challenge and believe this is your opportunity to shine, then we want to hear from you!
Applications will be received via email only and should include a cover letter along with your resume. Please include the contact details of two professional referees and one personal referee. Short-listed applicants will be contacted by phone.
Applications to:
Nicole Gordge RVN - Surgery Coordinator
nicoleg@aaerc.com.au
Adelaide Animal Emergency and Referral Centre
119 Anzac Highway, Kurralta Park, SA, 5037, Tel: 08 8371 0333
Veterinary Ophthalmic Referrals, Adelaide, SA (posted 25th March)
Veterinary Nurse, Referral Practice
A veterinary nurse is required at our dedicated veterinary ophthalmology referral clinic in Adelaide. The practice will provide you with a stimulating role underpinned by a strong supportive team of knowledgeable and experienced staff who work together to achieve the best client and patient outcomes. The successful applicant will become part of this small, cohesive team.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years' experience working in a veterinary clinic along with a positive attitude, an excellent work ethic and strong communication skills. Applicants should be team players, have the ability to work in a busy environment and have a strong client focus. The position will include a mix of reception work, and surgical and hospital in-patient nursing.
A qualified and experienced nurse (level IV) is preferred but other applicants will be considered. The position is for 23 hours per week working Monday to Friday with no weekend work but applicants requiring full time work will also be considered.
Applications should include a cover letter along with your resume. Please include in your resume the contact details of three referees.
Enquiries and applications to:
Nancy Bombardieri
E: nancy@voreyevet.com.au
M: 0407 717 366
Brighton Veterinary Hospital, Coastal Adelaide SA (posted 19th March)
Senior Veterinary Nurse
We are currently looking for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Nurse
Permanent Part Time - 30-38 hours per week
We are a 100% veterinarian owned and operated practice, that values personal development and teamwork. We are a team of 16 staff who prides ourselves on delivering excellent clinical care.
We are committed to ensuring staff enjoy a great work-life balance, feel valued, and we are always striving to improve.
Brighton Veterinary Hospital is an accredited and purpose-built veterinary hospital. The practice consists of three consulting rooms, two triage/surgery tables, a dedicated surgery and a radiology suite.
The hospital is furnished with a DR x-ray machine, ultrasound, video and rigid endoscopy equipment, iM3 dental x-ray unit, De Souter and Stryker orthopedic drill sets.
The hospital is open seven days a week. Our operating hours are 8am-8pm Monday-Thursday, 8am-7pm on Friday, 8am-1pm on Saturday, and 8am-10am on Sunday. We are open from 8am-10am on selected public holidays.
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Previous experience as a small animal veterinary nurse with a minimum of 5 years experience
- Commitment to high quality clinical care and a strong customer focus
- Strong surgical and anaesthetic monitoring competency.
- Orthopaedic and complex surgery experience will be highly regarded.
- Strong communication skills
- Good team player with the ability to display initiative and manage multiple priorities.
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification
If you would like to discuss the employment opportunities at Brighton Veterinary Hospital, please call Kelly Robson on 0412 620 419 for a confidential discussion or email your application to: Kelly.robson@brightonvethospital.com.au
Golden Grove Emergency Veterinary Hospital, Wynn Vale, SA (posted 16th March)
About Us
Vets4Pets' Emergency Veterinary Hospital is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and is situated at Golden Grove. Our veterinarians and nurses ensure a pleasant and friendly environment for both patients and their owners.
The Golden Grove Hospital (VSBSA accredited hospital), established in 1992. Our practice continues to expand the range of care we provide for our patients and improve the delivery of established services.
We have a large range of equipment with an ESAOTE MyLab Alpha Ultrasound, Honda HS-2100V Ultrasonic Scanner (aFAST machine), Karl Stortz Telepack VetX Video Endoscope, Digital DR Radiography, Dentistry equipment, Revolution 4DC Dental X-Ray, Suction Unit, Bair Huggers for patient warming, Oxygen Cages, Humidicrib, Syringe Pump, Tonometer, PetMap Blood Pressure Machine, Pulse Oximeter, Idexx Catalyst Machine, Idexx UA Analyser and Lasercyte machine to aid in providing a high standard of care to all of our patients.
The hospital uses Smart Flow integrated with RxWorks software and a Cubex dispensing cabinet for medications. Our large team of over twenty vets and seventy nurses across eight sites provides a vibrant supportive professional community within which to work and learn. Professional interests within the practice include canine and feline internal medicine, exotic and pocket pet medicine and surgery, oncology, emergency medicine, diagnostic imaging, orthopaedic surgery, dentistry (including endodontics), acupuncture and behaviour therapy.
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, 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 a minimum of 2 years' clinical 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.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine love for animals and their people.
Apply Now!
Please apply by sending your Resume & Cover Letter to ramtin.safrang@vetpartners.com.au
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