Vet Nurses and other support staff

Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - ACT

Animal Referral Hospital, Pialligo, South East Canberra (posted 24th April) Emergency Vet Nurse Team Leader

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Emergency Vet Nurse Team Leader

ARH Canberra
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) is a leading provider of specialist veterinary care in Australia, committed to delivering the highest standards of veterinary medicine. Our Canberra branch is dedicated to providing exceptional emergency and critical care services to pets in need. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Emergency Nurse Team Leader to join our dynamic team and lead our emergency nursing staff.

Position Overview:
As the Emergency Nurse Team Leader, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating the emergency nursing team to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to our patients. You will be responsible for providing leadership, support, and guidance to our nursing staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment, and ensuring efficient workflow within the emergency department.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise the emergency nursing team, including roster management, performance evaluation, and professional development.
Coordinate and prioritize patient care to ensure timely and effective delivery of emergency nursing services.
Provide hands-on nursing care to patients during high-volume periods or complex cases.
Ensure adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with veterinarians, specialists, and other members of the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
Act as a mentor and resource for nursing staff, facilitating ongoing education and training initiatives.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the advancement of emergency nursing practice.

About You:

Cert IV in Vet Nursing or equivalent.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in emergency and critical care nursing, with demonstrated leadership experience.
Excellent clinical skills and knowledge of emergency nursing practices and procedures.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth within a leading veterinary organization.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Access to continuing education programs and resources.
Employee discounts on veterinary services and products.

How to Apply:
If you are passionate about emergency nursing and possess the leadership skills necessary to excel in this role, we want to hear from you! Please click here to submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience, and why you are the ideal candidate for the position.

At ARH Canberra, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to pets and supporting our staff in achieving their professional goals. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of animals and their owners!

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Veterinary Dermatology Clinic, Canberra-Based Mobile Service (posted 4th March)

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Are you looking for change?

Then look no further!

VDC is recruiting for a fun energetic vet nurse to join our team in Canberra. Whilst nursing experience in busy referral or GP practice is essential, no previous dermatology experience is necessary and we are happy to provide all the training required - we value an enthusiastic attitude toward learning, so don't doubt yourself and reach out. We are offering a part time position, ideally working between 7.30am-5.30pm Monday and Tuesday. Our wonderful VDC Team are on hand to provide all the specifics or if you have any questions - 1800 VDC VET or send us an email with your resume to admin@vetdermclinic.com.au

Experienced Veterinary Nurse
The Veterinary Dermatology Clinic is an independently owned and operated specialty service established in 2016. We now operate at multiple clinics along the east coast of Australia including Canberra (Gungahlin Veterinary Hospital and the Animal Referral Hospital) and Sydney (Sydney Veterinary Emergency and Specialists (SVES), Veterinary Specialists of Sydney (VSOS) and North Shore Veterinary Specialist and Emergency Centre (NSVH)). We also conduct regular visits to regional areas including Newcastle, Kiama, Albury, Bowral and Hobart.

We are a small but super busy team committed to practicing an excellent standard of veterinary dermatology and veterinary medicine in general. Our patient's quality of life is our focus.

We love continuing education and provide regular opportunities for you to further develop your specialty veterinary nursing skills.

We are currently recruiting for an amazing, friendly, energetic veterinary nurse to join our rapidly expanding team to support our Sydney location.

The ideal candidate will possess:

A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Ideally 3-5 years or more of clinical nursing experience, however we value a keen and positive attitude towards learning more! Previous dermatology experience is not necessary, and we are happy to provide you with all the training you need.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work as part of a team
Driver’s Licence

The responsibilities of this role would include:

Assisting with admission and discharge of patients for consultations and procedures
Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
Calculating, preparing and administering medication as directed by the veterinary specialist
Anaesthetic monitoring
Assisting with intradermal allergy testing, bee and wasp venom testing, video-otoscopy and skin biopsies
Client follow up and patient after consult care

The position available is part time - 7.30am - 5.30pm Monday and Tuesday, contact us for specifics regarding hours and location.

Wages are well above award and supplemented with quarterly bonuses, weekly "Team Legend" rewards and paid team activities throughout the year (electric bike tour through Murrumbateman's wineries anyone? Paint and Pinot in the Southern Highlands maybe?) One of our lucky nurses will also get the opportunity to go to the World Congress of Veterinary Dermatology in Boston, Massachusetts - it could be you!

Meet some of our team and hear them talk about why they love dermatology here;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QBEgwZH5sPM

To apply for this position, or to contact us with any questions, please reach out to Reegan on:
E: reegan@vetdermclinic.com.au T: 1800 VDC VET (1800 832 838)

Inner South Veterinary Centre, Narrabundah (posted 26th February)

Vet Nurse Wanted

We are looking for a Qualified or soon to be Qualified Veterinary Nurse Super star to join our team of highly skilled nurses!

Our nursing team works at a high level and is able to use their skills to the best of their ability. We have some of the best monitoring equipment, Digital x-ray machine, access to a huge range of continuing education and dedicated receptionists so you will rarely have to do front desk duties.

So, if you are a nurse who wants to take their skills to the next level, who wants to become part of a team that gets to use the skills, be able to help vets manage cases and be able to provide a high level of care to our patients then Inner South is a place for you.

This is a full time position.

See photos here

Get in touch with us today by submitting your CV and Cover Letter!

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