Vet Nurses / Technicians / Veterinary Support staff
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Positions Available
Pets Central, Hong Kong (posted 25th November)
Hong Kong is an exciting city and a gateway to Asia where you enjoy low tax rates and good indoor / outdoor leisure facilities for time off. Pets Central is a veterinary group in Hong Kong with 4 practices, comprising a referral hospital, an ER/Care 24 hours hospital, 3 general practices, and a mobile clinic. Pets Central is seeking expressions of interest from Hong Kong registered or registerable veterinary surgeons to work in our hospitals.
Veterinary Nurses (Hong Kong)
Job Description:
- Reporting to the location Hospital Manager;
- Duties include assisting with the day-to-day smooth operation of a Veterinary hospital;
- Supporting Veterinary Surgeons;
- Nursing care of animals;
- Assist with general duties;
- Training subordinates.
Requirements:
- Certificate in veterinary nursing / relevant studies;
- Two years relevant post graduate working experience required;
- Fluent in English is essential, Chinese an advantage;
- Genuine love and care for animals is essential;
- Excellent customer services skills;
- Self-motivated, independent and good interpersonal skills essential;
- Work location: North Point, Sai Kung.
In addition to a competitive remuneration
WE OFFER
- Monthly attendance bonus
- Ad hoc bonuses
- CPD allowance
- Staff discounts
- Roster to allow lots of time out
- Excellent working conditions
Interested parties please send preferred location, full resume with details of qualifications, experience, expected salary, date of availability and contact numbers to hr@pets-central.com
Our Website: www.pets-central.com
Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.
Two Feet Four Paws Veterinary Clinics, Dubai, UAE (posted 23rd November)
We are seeking our next Vet Nursing superstar!
Our ideal candidate with be a qualified VN who is highly experienced in all aspects of the small animal clinic. Someone who is dynamic and motivated to work closely with our Practice Manager and Clinical Director to create and implement new practice protocols, procedures and policies.
Exotics/zoo species experience or staff management experience or consult nursing clinic skills are highly desirable but not essential.
Come and work in the sunshine in a vibrant city that has a thriving expat community and outdoor/beach lifestyle.
We offer a tax-free monthly salary of 10-14000AED depending on experience, 23 working days annual leave, all visa and medical insurance costs are covered as well as annual return economy flights to your home city. We work 45hours per week over 5 days & nurses share 1:3 weekend duty (9am-5pm), with weekdays off in lieu on your weekend. This is a full-time and permanent position. We're a busy team of 7 vets, 7 nurses, 1 Practice Manager, 5 receptionists and other support staff across 2 clinics. You get to utilize your nursing skills fully with our busy caseload and also develop your exotics/zoo species knowledge.
Please see our website or Instagram page for more info on who we are.
www.2feet4paws.ae
If you would like to discuss the position further, please do get in touch, belle@2feet4paws.ae
Kman Vets, Cayman Islands (posted 12th November)
Looking for an adventure in the sun? Wanting to escape COVID and Brexit and travel somewhere safe.
A unique opportunity for an experienced and capable qualified nurse (RCVS or similar) has arisen in the Cayman Islands. We are a young small animal clinic of 2 vets (soon to be 3) 5 nurse, offering advanced level hospital care and surgery as well as a popular mobile service. Our new, small but technically advanced clinic is expanding rapidly.
The position will allow freedom to utilise all your nursing skills whilst truly embracing the relaxed Cayman lifestyle. Our clients are lovely and their pets are very much a part of their family, it’s a great community to be part of especially in these troubling times.
An attractive remuneration package and relocation allowance is offered, along with guidance and assistance to apply for a work permit, including support with relocation needs.
A 40 hour week, based at the clinic or assisting the mobile vet, as well as an equally shared afterhours night (on demand) and weekend cover, is required. A minimum 2 year commitment would be anticipated.
If you would like further information regarding the position offered, please get in touch. Interviews will be by Skype/Zoom/FaceTime and likely at the weekend or late in the day, due to time zone constraints.
To see who we are go to www.kmanvets.com or for island information www.caymanresident.com
International Animal Care, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia (posted 3rd November)
International Animal Care in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is an integrated centre that includes a pet hotel, hospital, and a retail shop (Pet Land) as we are the master franchisee of Pet Land in the Middle East.
We are looking for a Veterinary Nurse who has a solid knowledge and experience of working with small animals.
Our centre is fully equipped with the latest equipment in the industry. We are hiring vets and technicians to support our vets so they can work more efficiently.
We offer a great salary package. Benefits include health insurance, yearly free airline ticket, and 30 days paid annual vacation leave. Our practice is mainly for small animals.
International Animal Care Centre's goal is to raise the standards of the animal welfare industry in the country and we are looking for someone who is passionate enough about their work to help us deliver this goal.
If you are interested or would like to know more about this opportunity, kindly email me at jobs@iacare.sa
Pets Central, North Point, Hong Kong (posted 23rd October)
Hong Kong is an exciting city and a gateway to Asia where you enjoy low tax rates and good indoor / outdoor leisure facilities for time off. Pets Central is a veterinary group in Hong Kong with 4 practices, comprising a referral hospital, an ER/Care 24 hours hospital, 3 general practices, and a mobile clinic. Pets Central is seeking expressions of interest from Hong Kong registered or registerable veterinary surgeons to work in our hospitals.
Veterinary Nurses (Hong Kong)
Job Description:
- Reporting to the location Hospital Manager;
- Duties include assisting with the day-to-day smooth operation of a Veterinary hospital;
- Supporting Veterinary Surgeons;
- Nursing care of animals;
- Assist with general duties;
- Training subordinates.
Requirements:
- Certificate in veterinary nursing / relevant studies;
- Two years relevant post graduate working experience required;
- Fluent in English is essential, Chinese an advantage;
- Genuine love and care for animals is essential;
- Excellent customer services skills;
- Self-motivated, independent and good interpersonal skills essential;
- Work location: North Point.
In addition to a competitive remuneration
WE OFFER
- Monthly attendance bonus
- Ad hoc bonuses
- CPD allowance
- Staff discounts
- Roster to allow lots of time out
- Excellent working conditions
Interested parties please send preferred location, full resume with details of qualifications, experience, expected salary, date of availability and contact numbers to hr@pets-central.com.
Our Website: www.pets-central.com
Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only.
Downtown Veterinary Clinic, Victoria, BC, Canada (posted 21st September)
Walk to work. Surround yourself with beauty. No “after hours call” – Live!
A full-time RVT position is now available in the heart of Victoria B.C., at Downtown Veterinary Clinic.
If you believe in quality, skill and relationships we want to hear from you – regardless of level of experience. Our team takes pride in working closely with our clients to ensure that our patients receive exceptional care. We have worked hard to foster a supportive practice culture. Our approach is to fully utilize our team members, with RVTs upholding a high standard of care. We are a well-equipped hospital with an in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, dental x-ray, and ultrasound.
Lifestyle is important to us too, we work hard, and then take time for ourselves – there are no on-call responsibilities. In our minds, the right candidate for the job is passionate about caring for pets, kind-hearted, and friendly. We want to support our RVTs in roles that make them feel proud, and we are committed to motivating and empowering our team members.
It’s true, our hospital name says it all. We are located downtown and are lucky enough to be surrounded by incredible shops and restaurants, why wouldn’t we take advantage of that?!
Victoria, the “City of Gardens,” is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, off Canada’s Pacific coast. Victoria’s breathtaking rainforests and vibrant cultural scene are praised by tourists worldwide, but for the 300,000+ residents of the GVA, Victoria is home to the perfect Canadian mosaic of wild beauty, city amenities, and cultural diversity. Paddle through the iconic harbour in your spare time, hike to a waterfall, or immerse yourself in the booming arts scene. It’s all possible in Victoria, which is why it’s so easy to love.
We value RVTs, and prove it by supporting your personal, financial, and professional growth through:
- Continuing Education;
- Competitive wage;
- A comprehensive Health Benefits package (100% of extended Medical & Dental premiums paid);
- Professional Services coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, etc.);
- Vision coverage;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Paid Licensing & Membership Dues;
- Professional Liability Insurance coverage;
- Paid Vacation time;
- Paid Sick & Personal Days;
- Generous Veterinary Discounts (75% off services for your own pets, and an extended family and friends discount);
- Uniform Allowance;
If you are looking for a progressive environment where each individual is heard, and recognized for their unique contributions, we'd love to talk.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace. If you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to let us know!
Contact Information: Please submit your CV to Dionne at jobs@p3vetpartners.ca
Selkirk Veterinary Hospital, Nelson, BC, Canada (posted 21st September)
So you want to be a part of a great team in a fully-equipped hospital where people rally together? Well look no further, you just found your dream job!
Selkirk Veterinary Hospital is located in stunning Nelson BC and we are looking for a full-time RVT to join our friendly and energetic team. We are a practice who takes pride in delivering a superior experience for both clients and pets. We value your ideas, input and personal development.
We practice Fear Free, high quality medicine in our four veterinarian, AAHA Accredited practice. We utilize our RVTs to the fullest.
Experience is preferred, but new graduates will thrive as well because we have a supportive team invested in your success. We value work-life balance and have a lot of fun as a team. Weekends are rotated, and our on-call duties are shared with another practice in town. Our loyal clients will be excited to welcome you to our family!
Nelson is located in the picturesque Selkirk Mountains on Kootenay Lake, and offers superb powder skiing (Whitewater Ski Hill), hiking and water sports; but if that’s not your thing, there is plenty of opportunity to lounge, shop and hang out in one of the most beautiful parts of British Columbia. Nelson was also voted "Canada's Best Small Arts Town" and has a vibrant cultural scene - it really has everything. There is a vibe here we don’t know how to put into words – contact us so that you can go and experience it for yourself. You won’t regret it.
Our clinic values our RVTs, and we prove it by supporting your personal, financial, and professional growth through:
- Continuing Education (CE);
- A competitive wage rate;
- A comprehensive Health Benefits package (100% of extended Medical & Dental premiums paid);
- Professional Services coverage (chiropractor, massage therapist, physiotherapist, etc.);
- Vision coverage;
- Employee Assistance Program;
- Paid Licensing & Membership Dues;
- Professional Liability Insurance coverage;
- Paid Vacation time;
- Paid Sick & Personal Days;
- Generous Veterinary Discounts (75% off services for your own pets, and an extended family and friends discount);
- Uniform Allowance;
- Signing Bonus to help with moving expenses can be arranged for out-of-town candidates, and we will even help you find a place to live!
If you are looking for a progressive environment where each individual is heard, and recognized for their unique contributions, we'd love to talk.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a respectful, inclusive, and diverse workplace. If you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to let us know.
Contact Information: Visit our website at https://selkirkvet.com to learn more; submit your CV to Dionne at jobs@p3vetpartners.ca today!
Canada West Veterinary Specialists, Vancouver BC, Canada (posted 7th September)
Veterinary Nursing opportunities in Vancouver, Canada!
If you’ve graduated from a Veterinary Nursing program and you have a desire to live abroad, Vancouver is the place for you! We are looking for Full-time Veterinary Nurses with a passion for animals to join us.
Located on Canada’s West Coast, Vancouver is among Canada’s most vibrant and culturally diverse cities. Renowned for its spectacular setting nestled between towering mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the city consistently ranks in the top five most livable cities in the world.
Located 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Canada West Veterinary Specialists is a 24/7 Emergency and Referral veterinary hospital with a team of over a hundred men and women dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient we see. We have been in operation for over twenty years and hold a variety of unique designations including being a Level 1 Certified Animal Emergency Facility and Canada’s first Veterinary trauma centre.
Our hospital is well versed in assisting talented individuals from outside of Canada with the immigration process and obtaining the necessary work permits in Canada and will work directly with you through the process. We will also cover the costs of the visa application for candidates who accept an offer of employment from us.
The Position: This position is primarily responsible for patient care including following treatment plans, administration of drugs, monitoring for vital signs and over-all patient assessment. Client communication is an integral part of this role and both communication and hands-on patient care is under the direct supervision of the Specialist and or the Hospitalist on the case.
This position is a part of group of Veterinary Technicians working on a rotating schedule to cover all hours of the hospital’s operation.
An ideal candidate would be available to work rotational shifts including weekends, nights, & overnights, have a can-do attitude and passion for animal care.
BENEFITS:
- Shift premiums for evening and overnight shifts
- We grow together with our monthly in-house Continuing Education presentations
- Subsidized extended health benefits
- 3 paid sick days per year
- Scrubs allowance per year
- Wellness Spending account
- We believe in your well-being and provide a company sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) enabling access to caring professionals that can help access support related to fitness, physical health and mental well-being programs.
- We provide employer paid Pet insurance to our employees.
- We have a profit-sharing program to recognize our staff’s contributions for our success.
- We have fun together with our hospital sponsored social events like; having Food Trucks visit us onsite, Halloween pumpkin carving contests, Annual Christmas Party, Pub Nights, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must develop a thorough understanding of all common drugs/medications used, procedures and protocols within the Wards and ICU, as well as the ability to use all equipment safely and effectively
- Directly monitor, carry out treatments and procedures, ensure patient comfort and document care for patients so that accurate medical records are maintained and accurate invoicing can be done
- In addition to written records, ensures that pertinent information and observations relating to patient care is provided to the next shift during oral rounds.
- Carry out communication with; primary Doctor, Hospitalist regarding patient status updates, and alert of any changes or concerns. And Participate in communication with Clients.
- Calculates, dispenses and administers medications at the direction of the Specialist on the case.
- Perform technical nursing skills such as: IV catheter placement, blood collection, urine collection (cystocentesis, catheterization), taking radiographs, etc.
- Ensures supply inventory is sufficient to meet the demands of work area, and that that the work area is kept clean and organized.
- Ensures that all equipment is properly maintained documented and any concerns are reported.
- Responsible for coordinating breaks and delegating appropriate tasks to Patient Care Assistants on shift.
- Facilitate a positive work environment.
- Actively participates in all offered in house CE
- Performs other duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Has a strong knowledge and understanding of normal vital parameters, and the ability to recognize changes and or abnormalities.
- A strong knowledge of asepsis
- Strong mathematics skills (drug dose calculations, CRI’s, dilutions)
- Excellent communication skills, computer and phone skills
- A strong desire to learn and to excel within the profession
- Ability to stay calm to recognize and establish priorities and execute patient triage at all times.
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to work with little or no supervision when necessary and ability to work as part of a team
- High level of professionalism
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Graduate of an accredited program for Veterinary Technologists
- Registered Veterinary Technology designation preferred
- Demonstrated skills, experience and training that would qualify the individual for a position of responsibility
- Completed AHT Program
- Sedation and/or General Anesthesia experience preferred
Koh Mak Animal Care Center, Koh Mak, Thailand (posted 5th May) Volunteer Vet Nurses
COVID-19 UPDATE:
The world has changed and we have to accept what is. The animals don't know what the coronavirus is and so we won't tell them. We will just keep trying to help as many as we can.
If you're in Thailand, or once things open up, please contact us. We need your help. Thank You!
About Us:
- We are a small volunteer vet clinic caring for Koh Mak's stray, temple & owned animals and dedicated to improving their lives since 2016.
- We are a Non-Profit organization and rely entirely on donations, volunteers and sponsorship to carry out our work. We receive no government funding, and rely heavily on the good-will of the local community, tourists and friends.
- We would like to provide medical care and also to have a dedicated neutering and vaccination program carried out with the help of volunteer vets when they visit.
- We are seeking volunteers with veterinary experience. Ideal would be plenty of spay/neuter experience, preferably in a rural basic setting.
- We are looking for both vets and vet nurses.
The Clinic:
- Initially we will be looking at setting up and stocking the clinic, and creating best practices for a clinic that will have revolving doctors.
- We can control the dog and cat population through neutering of all stray and temple animals and through promotion of the sterilizing of owned animals. We want to be able to provide nursing care to animals in crisis and work to educate the public in responsible animal care.
- Create an culturally appropriate ongoing sterilization project for owned pets as well as strays. (There is a once a year sterilization program, but it dosen't get the litters born between. And also some dogs cannot be caught on the one day, and so we need more time)
- The animal related things would be to create and implement a campaign to vaccinate all animals on the island (hopefully with tags and collars). No rabies on island currently, but we do have Distemper and Parvo. And a lot of mange and heart worm. Our goal is to keep Koh Mak rabies free, through vaccination and education.
- And then accident/crisis care as it comes up.
- This will be a great place to hone your skills as you will be in effect the manager of the clinic when you are here. Please understand this aspect.
- Koh Mak is not a huge island, and so total management is possible with ongoing work.
- In addition we would like to setup a training program for folks on island be able to assist visiting vets. Maybe 4-5 people at a time. Learning prep, instrument ID, anesthesia, etc.
- We won't always get a vet and an assistant together (although this is the ideal pairing), so we hope to train a bunch here on island so when we have a doctor visiting we can have additional staff.
Accommodation:
- The clinic has a small self contained apartment as part of the structure. (In fall of 2018 we will have 2 new bedrooms, for a total of 3 rooms.)
- The cozy bedroom has a king bed, armoire and fan. There is a covered terrace with a table and chairs, and a Thai style bathroom with shower.
- A covered outdoor kitchen completes the apartment.
- There is also a scooter available for clinic use.
Koh Mak:
- The island is just off the coast of Cambodia, so the folks who live here come from both Thailand and Cambodia.
- People working with the clinic will get a chance to interact with both of these similar but different cultures.
- In addition they will get to experience first hand how Buddhism is the cornerstone of both cultures.
- We work closely with the islands residents, so you will get a chance to how they live and experience island life.
- Koh Mak is located in an archipelago of 50+ islands on the far eastern seaboard of Thailand.
- There is plenty of opportunity for swimming, snorkeling, diving and Kayaking. On land, there are bicycling trails, muai Thai, tennis, and plenty of restaurants and bars.
- Koh Mak is a small island, and the "coconut wireless" speed is very fast. It's like a small village, with everyone knowing the goings on.
- Transport from Bangkok can be via small plane, taxi, bus, or minibus. The trip by land takes about 5 hours. There is then a 45 minute boat ride to the island.
For more information or to apply please contact Kevin: kalapana100@yahoo.com
www.kohmakanimalclinic.wixsite.com/home
Sanistook Animal Rescue, Chang Mai, Thailand (posted 17th April) Volunteers Veterinary Nurses / Technicians / General
VET NURSES, VET TECHS, GENERAL VOLUNTEER
Santisook is Thai run, non-profit organization committed to serving a lot of dogs and cats living in Chiang Mai area. We run a dog shelter and a cat shelter, re-homing hundreds of animals annually, provide emergency care to strays, work with local monks in helping their resident temple dogs, provide TNR services for local government and local caretakers who feed the strays, and offer subsidized sterilizations for the dogs and cats of the very poor.
We are in need of Vet nurses all year round. Vet nurses and techs help at the shelter for treatment of 500+ shelter dogs and cats, emergency care for strays, TNR, and assisting Thai vets with the treatment of animals owned by the very poor.
Vets, nurses and techs who can commit to one month stay will be considered for free accommodation depending on availability.
Vet students and general volunteers are welcome to apply. A minimum of one week is required. Volunteers are based out of our cat shelter in the town of Doi Saket, outside of Chiang Mai city. No fee to volunteer. Onsite accommodation available.
Chiang Mai has a rich culture of Thailand and if you are into learning /improving your skills on spay and neuter, or learning the culture, or adventure and wanting to help the animals at the same time, please check our website santisookdogsandcats.org or email us at santisookdogsandcats@gmail.com
With the recent pandemic, Covid-19, we will abide with the rules of Thailand authorities regarding any visitors. We are still open for any bookings in the near future but please visit the website https://www.tourismthailand.org/ for any sudden announcement.
Kawasan Wisata Pendidikan Lingkungan Hidup (KWPLH), Borneo, E Kalimantan (posted 17th April) Volunteer Vet Nurses
Veterinary help needed in Indonesian Borneo
Help improve animal welfare in Indonesia by sharing your skills and experience!
Program Description:
Kawasan Wisata Pendidikan Lingkungan Hidup (KWPLH) is an environmental education center located in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, Indonesian Borneo. The facility’s goal is to increase environmental awareness and animal welfare. In addition to our animal programmes, the facility has several education buildings, picnic areas and playgrounds. To see a full description of the KWPLH’s facilities and goals visit www.beruangmadu.org or email us.
KWPLH provides a wonderful accommodation in the form of a forested enclosure for 7 sun bears rescued from the illegal pet trade. Sun bears are the mascot of Balikpapan, and many of our current education programs focus on this species.
Our Domestic Animal Program was created in response to the frequent dumping of kittens at KWPLH. We have attempted to establish a safe home for abandoned kittens and a sterilization and adoption program. We currently have 145+ cats under our care; In addition we also take care of 30 dogs, and several other rescued wildlife species whenever brought to the center (macaque, civets, slow loris, birds).
The goals of our Domestic Animal Program are:
- Educate visitors in proper pet care including the promotion of pet sterilization;
- Discourage to keeping of wildlife (sun bears, orangutans etc.) as pets by
highlighting the difference between wild and domestic animals; - Ensure the welfare of the cats and dogs within the environs of KWPLH;
- Provide free sterilization programmes for community pets and stray animals, prioritizing animals living in the vicinity of the center;
Volunteer Vet Nurse Needed
We are in need of a vet nurse to assist in the management and development of our animal programmes with a focus on our Bear management and Domestic Animal Program. The primary goal is to give medical care to our animals and to train our Indonesian animal care-taking staff in mastering necessary vet nursing skills. Other tasks include up - dating/maintaining our medical administration and records, enrichment and training programs, and enhancing our cat adoption program. There will be work with the sun bears and other wild species, but most time will go to our domestic animals.
Outlined below is a list of topics that we need help with:
- Carry out daily health checks, monitoring of sick animals, and preventive
medicine; - Assist the KWPLH animal staff in mastering vet & nursing skills, including but not limited to: safe and effective holds, injection techniques (s.c., i.m., and i.v.), animal handling, sterilization of tools, anesthesia administration and monitoring, clinic administration, first aid, etc;
- Help improve management of our animal clinic;
- Assist with our animal care database management and administration:
- Assist with daily animal care, including feeding and cleaning;
- Help organize low-cost sterilization programmes for neighboring
community pets or stray animals when veterinarians working are at the
center; - Assist with dog training and training our local animal staff in dog training
and improved routine care; - Assist bear keepers in treatment of sun bear medical issues;
- Assisting with our cat/dog adoption program: Improvement with the
goal of increasing the number of adoptions (to good homes); - Enrichment programs for domestic animals, sun bears and other wildlife
occasionally taken care of at the center); - Information gathering and consultation with KWPLH advising vets.
For more details about KWPLH and the nurse position please email us!
We welcome the help from an experienced vet nurse in 2020-2021. The position is preferably for 6+ months, but do e-mail us as well if you are available for shorter periods [although 3 months is a minimum ]. Free housing is provided at the center, but a small local catering fee is requested for meals. A volunteer visa will need to be applied for. Couples are also welcome to apply. Due to the Corona virus, timing of volunteer posting will depend on how this situation develops.
Please send end questions and resumes to Gabriella Fredriksson:
gabriella.fredriksson@gmail.com
For further information visit our website: www.beruangmadu.org or www.pronaturafoundation.org
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