Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - New South Wales
Vineyard Veterinary Hospital, Nth Western Sydney (posted 23rd June)
Vineyard Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced veterinary nurse to join their nursing time on full-time basis!
Vineyard Veterinary Hospital is a modern small animal veterinary hospital providing the highest level of veterinary care to our animal patients in the Hawkesbury, Hills area and beyond.
We are an A-class veterinary hospital, which is well equipped with quality facilities and a vast range of services. This, along with our experienced, dedicated staff allows us to achieve a reputation that is well known throughout the area.
Facilities & the Team
- Large spacious consulting rooms
- Spacious treatment room, 2 surgical suites, and preparation room.
- Plenty of parking for clients and staff
- Strong team culture with excellent retention of staff
- Work for a Director who is passionate about further education and developing his team’s skill set
- We have a strong client base and based in a high growth area
- The hospital has engaging and warm energy from the moment a patient walks in
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
The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years' clinical experience
- 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
- Ability to participate in an on-call and weekend roster is essential
Please apply online here with your CV or via email to chantelle.fernandes@vet.partners
SASH Sydney, North Ryde (posted 23rd June)
Anaesthesia Nurse - Full Time
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), was established in North Ryde, Sydney in 2007 with a second hospital opening on the Central Coast of New South Wales in 2017. We are also excited to announce that we are opening a brand new purpose-built specialist veterinary facility in South Australia in August/ September 2021. Our core purpose is to help pets and their families live their best life.
SASH is the largest veterinary specialist hospital group in the Southern Hemisphere. We are privileged to care for over 18,000 pets and their families each year. SASH offers a wide range of specialist services including Anaesthesia, Avian & Exotics, Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Physiotherapy, Radiology, Reproduction Medicine, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Surgery and a renowned 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care department.
About the Role:
This is a newly created role, within SASH, due to the expansion of the hospital and anaesthesia service. We are looking for two nurses to join our Anaesthetists in supporting and providing excellent patient care.
The role will require you to work closely with our current anaesthesia team, supporting all departments across the hospital including Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Emergency and Critical Care, Radiology and Oncology. Our ideal candidate will obviously have strong anaesthesia skills but also robust communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across multidisciplinary teams and the ability to see a case through from beginning to end.
You will be responsible for the creating sedation and General Anaesthesia (GA) plans for patients, monitoring GA patients for surgery, imaging and other medical procedures and the recovery of patients post GA. You will be require required to assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning and care including stock control of medical gases. There will also be a training element to this role, supporting other nurses at SASH to strengthen their anaesthesia skills across the hospital. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Need to be flexible and deal with last minute changes.
The successful candidates in this role will be required to work over a 7 day rotating roster between the hours of 6am to 9pm. You will come under the umbrella of the Theatre Nurse Unit Manager, however, on a day-to-day basis, your patient care case load will be guided and directed by the Anaesthetists.
About You:
We are looking for great people to join our team who are interested in learning and growing in their roles and prepared to go the extra mile for each other to make SASH a great place to work and the best provider of specialist veterinary care to our patients and their families, so they can live their best life.
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 2 years of full-time veterinary nursing experience
- Experience in Surgery / Anesthesia focused role is preferred
- Value a culture of inclusivity, empathy and teamwork. We strive for a culture of excellence in care not only for our patients, but also for our clients and each other.
- Have significant experience and a reputation for excellence in veterinary nursing.
- Be ready and willing to work with a reliable, adaptable, co-operative and proactive approach in all situations within teams and across services with the goal of achieving the best possible outcome for all of our patients.
- Empathise and communicate effectively with pet owners throughout their journey, including the team consultation, admission, hospitalisation and discharge.
- Display commitment to the culture and values of SASH
The SASH experience:
You will be joining a fast-paced environment, working with fabulous people and a team committed to helping pets and their families live their best life. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding and you will have an opportunity to make a difference.
- Contribute to defining excellence in animal healthcare
- Be part of an organisation committed to its people and culture
- Join a family friendly workplace committed to gender equality and paid support for new parents. We offer paid parental leave equally to women and men and we also support IUI / IVF treatments with paid leave.
- On-site parking available
If you are interested in this position and growing with an expanding practice, please Apply Online Here with your resume.
North Randwick Veterinary Hospital, Eastern Suburbs Sydney (posted 22nd June)
Head Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
We are looking for an experienced nurse to organise & inspire our nursing team. We are a growing 3 vet hospital who believe in doing the best for our patients while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.
We are an independent & friendly hospital practicing high quality vet care. We are located in a beautiful part of Sydney & have fantastic clients willing to follow our treatment recommendations: whether that be in house or referral for intensive & overnight care.
We have plenty of toys to play with including a new ultrasound machine, digital x-rays, a new iM3 dental unit & dental x-rays, in-house idexx catalyst & rx works software. Our core staff have been together for many years & you will be working with other experienced nurses & vets. We want someone to help us give our patients the best care, give our clients the best service & grow the business.
It would be an advantage to have head nurse experience &/or IT skills but not essential – we are more interested in finding the right person for the job. We anticipate it to be a full-time role & include 1 weekend per month but there is some room for flexibility with the roster & hours.
Our hospital hours are 9-7 Monday to Friday; 9-12 Saturday & 10-12 Sunday. Salary above award & negotiable. If you’re interested please email: vets@nrvh.com.au with CV attached.
Sydney Animal Hospitals - Norwest, Bella Vista, NW Sydney (posted 22nd June)
Experienced Casual/Part Time Nurse
Sydney Animal Hospitals – Norwest
Unit 8 1-3 Celebration Drive, Bella Vista NSW 2153
Join our great team of highly skilled nurses and vets who are committed to providing an exceptional level of patient care and customer service.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced veterinary nurse to join us.
Essential criteria:
- 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 nursing including surgery- anaesthesia, patient monitoring, surgical pack preparation and pet health care
- Confident in restraining animals
- An ability and 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)
- Bright bubbly personality
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate compassion and empathy
- An ability to follow protocols
- Attention to detail
- 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
- Employee assistance program
- Staff Discount
Hours of work
Regular weekend shifts with the opportunity of picking up extra shifts throughout the week.
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
Allambie Vet, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 22nd June)
VET NURSES REQUIRED - FULL TIME
We are looking for Vet Nurse to join our team.
A little about us:
Our practice is well established on Sydney's Northern Beaches. We are a family operated practice. Technology is always evolving and we do our best to stay up to date with equipment that will offer our patients the outstanding care that they deserve. We are here to help the local community and their pets live happy, healthy, comfortable lives. We have a good nurse to vet ratio, and a great team of long standing staff of vets, nurses and administration.
Our ideal candidate can:
- Have experience monitoring anaesthetics
- Monitor and treat hospitalised patients under the guidance of the vets
- Communicate with vets about progress or concerns with patients
- Admit and discharge surgery and medical hospital patients
- Strong work ethic and commitment to the culture and values of Allambie Vet
Qualities we are looking for include:
- Minimum 2 year’s experience in small animal vet nursing
- Certificate IV in Vet Nursing qualified or equivalent
- Giving our patients individualised care that's expected during their visit to Allambie Vet
- Recognising and communicating with vets on progress or concerns with patients
- Having exceptional time management skills that keeps the clinic following smoothly during busy and stressful periods
- Being accountable at all times
- Working in a challenging environment with a diverse case load
- Positive attitude coming to work everyday
- You must be totally reliable
- Have an interest in continuing education and furthering your skills
- Client and patient empathy during tough times
- Addressing clients appropriately, address their pet’s needs, understand their emotional situations/appreciate their emotional state when they come to Allambie Vet
Full Time
Hours on offer range from 35 – 40 per week and 1 in 4 weekends. Drivers Licence essential.
Please email your resume and cover letter to Natalie MacDonald
Email: natalie@allambievet.com.au
Vaucluse Veterinary Clinic, Sydney's Eastern Suburbs (posted 18th June)
Vaucluse Veterinary Clinic is seeking a kind, caring and competent veterinary nurse to join our boutique veterinary clinic located in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney.
We are looking for an experienced full time or part-time nurse - we require assistance for 2-3 days per week (8am to 5pm), and one in four Saturdays (8am -12noon) but are also offering full time hours if preferred. The position should be available from early to mid-July 2021.
We are a busy small animal practice that endeavours to provide exceptional patient care, with a great work environment for our staff. We have a small, friendly, and mutually supportive team.
Skills & Attributes
- cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- fully qualified with 3 + years’ experience
- confident to work unsupervised & or work as part of a team
- exceptional phone manner, communication skills and customer service skills required
- ability to take and run in-house bloods
- ability to use Ezyvet is a bonus! (but not essential)
- ability to restrain animals
- process X-rays / dental X-rays
Please contact Dr Julie Mackenzie (Practice Principal) by email on info@vauclusevetclinic.com.au, or Chelsy Skovron (Head Nurse) by email: chelsy@vauclusevetclinic.com.au
Ph: 02 9388 7506
Vaucluse Veterinary Clinic
91 New South Head Road
Vaucluse NSW 2030
Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, Northern Rivers Region (posted 18th June)
Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital (BBWH) is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated veterinary nurse to join our team in a full-time position.
BBWH was established in 2020 as a not for profit wildlife hospital that is based in Byron Bay. Being the first of its type in Australia, we can be mobilised if there is a crisis such as a bushfire, providing prompt treatment of the animals at the scene. In the future, there are plans for a permanent wildlife hospital to be built in Byron Bay region.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a passion for wildlife
- Ideally has had some experience in the rehabilitation of animals
- Is enthusiastic and willing to learn
- Works well in a team
- Is self motivated and has a ‘can do’ attitude
- Keenness to contribute to the team and build the veterinary hospital
The successful applicant will have:
- A Certificate IV in veterinary nursing
- At least 2 years’ experience in veterinary nursing ideally with Australian wildlife experience
- Tetanus, Q fever and rabies vaccination or willing to obtain
- Good time management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Whilst our hospital is currently open Monday – Friday, we are working towards being open 7 days a week therefore applicant must be willing to do some weekend work.
If you think you fit this criteria and would like to be a part of this exciting new project please send a cover letter and current CV to vetnurses@byronbaywildlifehospital.org
www.byronbaywildlifehospital.org
SASH Central Coast, Tuggerah (posted 18th June) Surgery Vet Nurse
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), was established in North Ryde, Sydney in 2007 with a second hospital opening on the Central Coast of New South Wales in 2017. We are also excited to announce that we are opening a brand new purpose-built specialist veterinary facility in South Australia in August/ September 2021. Our core purpose is to help pets and their families live their best life.
SASH is the largest veterinary specialist hospital group in the Southern Hemisphere. We are privileged to care for over 18,000 pets and their families each year. SASH offers a wide range of specialist services including Anaesthesia, Avian & Exotics, Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Physiotherapy, Radiology, Reproduction Medicine, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Surgery and a renowned 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care department.
Please click here to see photos! 
About the Role:
At SASH we have an expert surgical team who are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. We are looking for a surgical nurse who is professional, energetic and focussed on ensuring the high standards are maintained. You will be responsible for providing excellent and efficient surgical assistance to the specialists and emergency veterinarians at SASH.
This will include:
- Performing and administering anaesthesia
- Preparing surgical instruments, radiography, ultrasound endoscopy, electrocardiographic and laparoscopic equipment
- Handle, clean, pack and store surgical instruments
- Provide pathology support
- Deliver exceptional patient and client care
About You:
We are looking for great people to join our team who are interested in learning and growing in their roles and prepared to go the extra mile for each other to make SASH a great place to work and the best provider of specialist veterinary care to our patients and their families, so they can live their best life.
Key skills for this role include:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Minimum of 4 years nursing experience
- Good knowledge of all surgical diseases & surgical terminology
- Extensive knowledge in most surgical procedures
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
- Confidence in working at a specialist level and liaising with multiple departments
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate outstanding work ethic, effective time management and organisational skills
- Ability to follow directions and work in an extremely busy environment
- Problem solving and decision making skills
Desirable:
- Diploma of Nursing Surgical
- Previous experience working as a surgical nurse
The SASH experience:
You will be joining a fast-paced environment, working with fabulous people and a team committed to helping pets and their families live their best life. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding and you will have an opportunity to make a difference.
- Contribute to defining excellence in animal healthcare
- Be part of an organisation committed to its people and culture
- An organisation committed to excellence in clinical care and a healthy workplace culture, working with founding partners who understand the priorities and purpose of specialty and emergency medicine
- Join a family friendly workplace committed to gender equality and paid support for new parents. We offer paid parental leave equally to women and men and we also support IUI / IVF treatments with paid leave.
- On-site parking available
If you are interested in joining a supportive team, with excellent facilities and cases that challenge and reward, we would love to hear from you! Please apply with a resume and cover letter using the link: https://adr.to/6slzc
Alexandria Veterinary Hospital, Inner Sydney (posted 17th June)
Veterinary Nurse
We are looking for a Full-Time Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Alexandria Vet Hospital!
We’re looking for an enthusiastic, team player who will fit well into our small but friendly team at Alexandria Veterinary Hospital as a Full-time Veterinary Nurse. We’re an efficient team with a lovely group of clients who are well bonded to us so we’re looking for someone who will greet clients with a smile in consults, perform surgery and work up medical cases well. This role has the potential for nurse-exchanges with emergency and specialist hospitals if you are looking for additional experience!
If you are looking for a role where you feel valued and enjoy coming to work everyday - this clinic could be for you! We pride ourselves on pushing our nurses and vets to continue to upskill themselves in GP, surgery, dentistry and triage/emergency in a fun and very inclusive environment.
Applicants must have the following:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or be close to completion of the certificate)
- The desire to learn and grow in your role
- The ability to respect all teammates and act in strict accordance with WHS procedures
- Willingness to work hard with a great team
Other desirable attributes include:
- Developed surgery experience including experience with intubation and calculating drug dosages
- Developed TPR and triage skills
- Proven desire to learn and upskill yourself
Apply online now!
Please apply online with your resume and cover letter or via email to: chantelle.fernandes@vet.partners
Coffs Harbour Veterinary Hospital, Coffs Harbour (posted 17th June)
We have an exciting opening for a Veterinary Nurse to join our amazing animal care team at Coffs Harbour Veterinary Hospital.
Our nursing team are very patient focused and always aim for gold standard care while supporting each other and creating a happy and rewarding workplace.
We have a lot of fun at work and our new Veterinary Nurse will be both competent in their nursing abilities and easy to get on with while enjoying what can at times be a very busy and quirky environment!
Responsibilities for this role include:
- Veterinarian Support (animal restraint, TPRs, prepare equipment and invoices etc)
- Nursing tasks (collect & process pathology, iv catheters, surgical prep, anaesthetic induction and monitoring etc)
- Inpatient Care (Fear free handling, monitor progress and report to veterinarian etc)
- Team support & communication (healthy relationships, sharing tasks)
- Client support and liason (empathetic listening, grief counselling, document communications, communicate patient progress to client etc)
- Hospital management (maintain and prepare equipment, triage, etc)
- Equipment cleaning & maintenance (follow cleaning protocols, organise repairs etc)
- Contribute to practice (assist other staff, participate and make suggestions etc)
- Reception duties (managing appointments, taking phone calls, preparing and filing forms etc)
Our ideal candidate will have:
- An excellent sense of humour and fun
- Veterinary Nursing experience &/or qualifications
- A friendly, happy, flexible and approachable manner
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- A punctual nature and be super reliable
- Have the ability to work unsupervised as well as within a team
This position could be part-time or full-time.
Shifts will vary from Monday – Friday between the hours of 7.30am and 6.00pm with the potential of some Saturday mornings and after hours/on call shifts.
Our team will inspire you everyday and you'll know that your work truly matters and makes a difference to the lives of our patients.
We are the longest established veterinary hospital in Coffs Harbour, still working out of the same character filled building, it's an oldie but a goodie!
If you believe this is the role for you, we would love to hear from you!
Our application process is a little different.
Please call (02) 9294 0974 and record your response to a few simple questions.
Please be very clear when you state your name and phone number so we can get in touch.
Good Luck!
Eye Clinic for Animals, Artarmon & Yagoona, Sydney (posted 17th June)
VETERINARY NURSE- Experienced Nurse – Full Time (9 Day Fortnight) OR Part Time (4 Days per week). Working across 2 locations. No weekend work. $32-$35 p/h
Eye Clinic for Animals is a specialist Veterinary Ophthalmology practice providing the highest professional level of care for our patients. ECA has 4 highly trained and ACVO boarded ophthalmologists, a registrar, residents and intern, who are backed by a team of amazing nurses and admin.
The Eye Clinic for Animals is a growing clinic with a strong focus on work/life balance, and creating a positive and fun working environment. Due to continued rapid growth and demand, we are looking for a highly experienced and enthusiastic nurse who is ready to take their skills to the next level, for this busy and varied role to join our team at both our Yagoona AND Artarmon locations. Further training in Ophthalmology will be provided, and a willingness and flexibility to shift between the 2 locations as required will be needed in this role!
The position is Full Time on a fixed roster, with a 3 day weekend each fortnight!!
No weekend work required! OR Part Time 4 days per week.
In return, we offer very attractive above award rates, state of the art facilities, interesting and cutting edge surgical procedures, and the opportunity of one on one training with some of the best anaesthetic specialists in the country, who routinely join us once a week to oversee our high risk anaesthetic cases.
But most importantly, we offer a close-knit team of friendly, supportive and fun people. With a strong focus on creating and cultivating a pro mental health workplace for our team. Ophthalmology specific training will be provided, along with ongoing support from our Nurses, Specialists and Admin.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- Admissions and discharges
- High level of Anaesthesia monitoring and post-operative recovery care
- Monitoring ventilated patients
- Ultrasound and Electroretinogram (Training will be provided)
- Instrument cleaning and sterilisation
- Reception and administration duties (Minimal)
- IV port placement, blood draw and analysis
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Positive and upbeat demeanour, with a great sense of humour!
- Interest in ophthalmology, with a willingness to learn
- 2 years experience nursing within a busy emergency hospital or specialist setting
- Desire to provide the highest level of patient care
- High level of skills in:
- IV port placement, induction and intubation, anaesthesia monitoring, medications and dosages, surgical recovery and discharging surgical patients
- Ability to work within a team and follow directions in a busy environment
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills
Remuneration:
- Pay grade will be between $32-$35 per hour (commensurate with experience), with room for growth in future!!
Essential criteria:
- Cert 4 Qualification.
- Minimum of 1-2 years in a busy Emergency or Referral Hospital setting.
To apply, please send your CV, contactable references and a cover letter to: katrina.mcinnes@eca-aus.com.au
Turramurra Veterinary Hospital, North Shore Sydney (posted 17th June)
Senior Veterinary Nurse
Full Time - Turramurra NSW
We are looking for a unicorn! Are you a superstar nurse that is dying to use all those amazing talents you possess? We are looking for a nurse who is motivated to strive for the highest patient care. Turramurra Veterinary Hospital is the North Shore’s only ASAV-accredited Hospital of Excellence, and we consider our patients and our staff as an extension of our own family.
Skills and Experience:
- Qualification as a veterinary nurse (Cert IV or equivalent)
- Minimum 5 years experience in veterinary nursing - emergency or specialist-level nursing experience is an advantage but not essential
- Proficiency in IV catheter placement and jugular vein blood sampling in cats and dogs
- Ability to follow directions carefully and have a willingness to learn with a ‘can do’ attitude
- Flexible, enthusiastic, highly motivated and self-directed initiative
About Your Role:
You will work alongside our clinical nursing manager to ensure the days run smoothly, patients receive a high level of care and junior nurses are trained appropriately.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Preparing patients for surgery and other procedures
- High standards and knowledge of anaesthetic monitoring
- Setting the day’s procedural schedule
- Placing IV catheters and blood collection
- Monitoring hospital inpatients
- Assisting vets and nurse colleagues
- Maintaining a clean hospital – note we have commercial cleaners on a regular basis
- Training junior staff and assisting with nurse competency plans
- A full time position with the ability to work occasional Saturday
What We Offer:
- Collaborative, diverse and supportive team environment with a “how can we help” attitude
- A dedicated focus towards your career development with continued education, ongoing mentor-ship and 360 degree feedback performance reviews
- Staff well-being initiatives
This is a full-time role with future leadership opportunities for the right candidate.
Remuneration will be negotiable and based on experience, however, will be well above award wage.
If you feel a dynamic, caring and supportive environment is the ideal home for you, please apply by July 30, 2021. Email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria above to: Elyse Staber, Business Manager: manager@turramurravet.com.au
Vet-O Pet Services, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 16th June)
Vet-O Pet Services is looking for a motivated individual to join our diverse team.
The successful applicant will have a Certificate IV nursing qualification or equivalent, with some experience looked upon very favourably.
We are a growing, family-run practice on Sydney's Northern Beaches, located opposite Warringah Mall.
Favourable income and flexible with full-time/part-time status.
Interested applicants, please call 02 8964 7906 or email resume to christopherhongvet@hotmail.comVet-O Pet Services
626 Pittwater Road
Brookvale,
NSW, 2100
Bankstown and Boundary Road Veterinary Hospitals, South West Sydney (posted 16th June)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time Position
We are seeking a professional, experienced and qualified level 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
- DR x-ray and dental x-ray assistance
- Dental assistance
- IDEXX lab use
- Client advice
- Other general nursing duties
Successful candidate qualities:
- 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.
- Role is split between Bankstown and Peakhurst hospitals.
- Our nursing hours are distributed between our team via a long-term roster 8am-8pm Mon-Fri with only an occasional Saturday shift if a Saturday nurse is on leave.
About Us
- We are a practice of two well established small animal veterinary hospitals in
- Bankstown and Peakhurst in operation for 73 and 26 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 4 vets (soon to be 5), practice manager, head nurse, 8 nurses, 2 puppy school trainers and an animal attendant.
- 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 VetLabs, IM3 dental, DR x-ray and dental x-ray and full surgical facilities.
- We have zero tolerance for rude/disrespectful clients or unhealthy workplace drama.
- Bankstown is about to undertake a project to separate into separate dog and cat consulting, waiting and entrance areas and additional outdoor dog consult areas for a better patient experience.
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
Coast & Valleys Veterinary Hospital, Alison, Central Coast (posted 11th June)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Join us and use ALL of your skills! Of course we do routine consultations and surgery, but also have the excitement of emergency and critical care patients, and a heavy surgical caseload.
As part of our team, we can promise you remuneration above industry average, shared weekends and nights with the penalty rates that come with them, and we actually pay for overtime when worked.
You will be part of a dynamic and enthusiastic team whose focus is firmly on patient outcomes.
About you:
We need you to be a team player with a sense of humour, and the ability to work both as part of a group, and on your own, have your Cert IV and be confident in your abilities. We work long days, but that makes it a 4 day week.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information and to apply, please contact me directly: keith@coastandvalleysvet.com.au or call 02 4355 4704.
Visit us at: www.coastandvalleysvet.com.au
Greencross Vets Maitland, Hunter Valley (posted 4th June)
Veterinary Nurse - Casual
Maitland NSW
Over 1600 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 170 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 Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our Maitland clinic on a casual basis.
About your new role
- 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.
About your skills and your experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- 1-2 years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisation, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
- Knowledge of RX Works ideal but not essential
We offer
- A casual role with variety
- 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
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, please apply now! Email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria above to:
Michelle Ashpole, Practice Manager: Michelle.Ashpole@greencrossvet.com.au
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre, Artarmon (posted 2nd June)
ECC Veterinary Nurse
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is seeking an experienced ECC nurse Casual/Permanent Full Time to join our team!
We are a busy specialist referral and general practice hospital that provides an afterhours emergency and critical care service to our clients, their pets and the wider community.
We are currently looking for casual and permanent part time nurses for evening, overnight and weekend shifts.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualification as a veterinary nurse (Cert IV or equivalent)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in veterinary nursing-ideally with some emergency experience
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and telephone skills
- Ability to perform to a high standard under pressure
- Ability to follow instructions
- Willingness to learn
- Flexible, enthusiastic, highly motivated, “can do” attitude
Duties:
Will include but are not limited to:
- Placing IV catheters
- Blood collection to perform in house test and to send to external lab
- Monitoring hospital inpatients
- Assisting vets and nurses
- Triaging emergencies
- Monitoring critical patients
- Assisting with emergency procedures
- Ventilator patient monitoring (training will be given)
- Maintaining a clean hospital
What we can offer you:
- The opportunity to advance your knowledge and nursing skills
- Access to a diverse range of cases from our internal medicine, specialist surgery, ophthalmology, exotics and general practice departments along with emergency cases
- Working with a supportive and engaging team of vets and nurses
- Attractive penalty rates
Apply Online with CV and cover letter.
Dee Why Veterinary Hospital, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 1st June)
Dee Why Vet Hospital is a beautiful, recently renovated vet hospital on Sydney’s Northern Beaches & we are looking for an experienced full-time nurse to join our small friendly team. We are looking for a new team member who can help us continue to give our patients & clients the highest standard of care & service.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities:
- Cert IV(or equivalent) qualification with a minimum 2 years in clinic experience
- Ability to work in a small team
- Excellent organisational & time management skills
- Be an exceptional communicator
- Provide excellent patient care to the highest standard as well as customer service
Duties will include, but not limited to:
- Providing support to our veterinarians and patients in all aspects of veterinary nursing including surgical prep, anaesthetic monitoring, blood draws, IV catheter placement, running inhouse bloods and assisting with radiology.
- Animal husbandry to ensure we are providing an excellent level of patient care to every pet.
- Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness around the hospital
- Reception Duties and maintaining a high level of customer service
- Training and supporting junior nurses and workplace students with developing skills and increasing their training.
- Assist in stock management and ordering
Your working week will be based on 37.5 hours per week with a combination of 8am-4pm & 12-8pm shifts, Monday to Friday, with a half hour lunch break each day. Some weekend & public holiday work may be required from time to time. Renumeration will be above award & dependant on experience.
For more information about the role, or to apply, please send your resume, along with a cover letter to Eilla Eaton, manager@amsvet.com.au.
For more information about the practice, visit amsvet.com.au or our Facebook page.
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre, Artarmon (posted 31st May) Medicine Nurse
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is looking for an experienced Medicine Veterinary Nurse to join our amazing medicine team!
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is seeking an enthusiastic, patient care focused Full Time Medicine Veterinary Nurse within our busy referral hospital.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside boarded Specialists in Internal Medicine to deliver all aspects of advanced nursing care to an exceptional standard. Based in a brand new, purpose-built hospital with the latest equipment in an accessible location on Sydney’s lower North Shore.
No previous experience in a referral setting is necessary as we have the staff, facilities and capability to provide the training required to be a valued member of the team.
At NSVH, we pride ourselves on having friendly, sociable teams with a great support network within the VetPartners community, allowing for potential career development and progression.
Your role and responsibilities:
- Apply and adapt your clinical nursing skills to medicine focused caseload including, but not limited to, chemotherapy, endoscopy, radiology and critical care.
- Liaise with specialists and interns on delivering high-end patient care
- Use of Smart Flow system to assess and record patient vitals, identify and report abnormalities.
- Work as an integral part of the team in contributing to and partaking in continuing professional development
Essential criteria:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and preferably a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
- Be willing to learn and develop advanced nursing skills
- Ability to work well within a close-knit team and adapt to changing work environments and schedules
What we offer:
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- A varied and interesting case-load
- Training in advanced internal medicine nursing skills
- The opportunity to challenge and expand your knowledge and skillset
- Continuing education opportunities
- Sociable working hours with potential to pick up extra occasional emergency shifts if desired.
Pambula Veterinary Clinic, Sapphire Coast (posted 31st May)
The Pambula Vet Clinic is looking for a Cert IV qualified vet nurse to join our animal loving family of colleagues.
About us:
We are a family focused clinic where the team are more the just workmates, we are friends and a great support to each other.
The work place is a fun and relaxed environment with approachable and understanding leadership. We encourage new ideas and work together as a team for constant improvement.
The proof is in the clients who are loyal, and appreciative. We strive to go above and beyond for their animals.
We are looking for the kind of person who:
- Has a cert IV in vet nursing, and a minimum of 1 years’ experience.
- Excellent customer service
- Is a good communicator and a team player
- Is capable of working independently.
- Has great problem solving and decision-making skills
- Has a flexible approach to issues.
- Is effective at time management and has fantastic organisational skills
- Has a strong work ethic.
- Is thorough and takes pride in everything they do
- Enjoys all aspects of nursing, including reception work
The position involves:
Working 4-5 days per week, 8am-5.30pm, with occasional rostered weekends and a flexible roster.
- All aspects of nursing, including placing catheters, taking blood & performing in house pathology and cytology.
- Our vets are always happy to teach and help you learn on the job.
- We have a very high standard of care that we expect every team member to adhere to.
- A sound knowledge and competency in all aspects of surgical nursing tasks including anaesthesia, patient monitoring and surgical pack preparation.
- A competency in medical nursing including placing intravenous catheters, collecting blood samples, conducting routine dental procedures, taking x-rays and critical care nursing.
- An ability and sound understanding in the use of equipment including in-house IDEXX pathology machines, digital radiography, and dentistry units.
We believe that if you are working somewhere enjoyable, that you really care about, you develop a comradery that makes work fun and not just a job.
For further information and applications please contact.
Lindy and Justin Daniel, danielvets@hotmail.com or 0427 186 633
Two by Two Veterinary Hospital, Balgowlah (posted 31st May)
Two by Two Veterinary Hospital
Two by Two Veterinary Hospital is seeking a veterinary nurse for full time or part time hours. We try to be flexible to provide our employees with work/life/study balance.
Our ideal candidate would be an experienced vet nurse, but we would be interested in a trainee if they were a good fit with our team.
We are a 3.5 vet small animal hospital located in Balgowlah. The hospital is family owned and run and we take pride in creating a fun, rigorous and productive work environment. Our team of includes 5 vet nurses and 2 kennel hands.
If you are interested, email and CV and brief cover note to peter@twobytwovet.com.au with the subject line Vet Nurse Application.
For more information, see twobytwovet.com.au and
Petersham Veterinary Hospital, Inner West Sydney (posted 28th May)
Awesome Veterinary Practice seeking an awesome Veterinary Nurse!
Become part of a dynamic team that works well together and laughs a lot! Our close-knit practice consists of 3 veterinarians and 7 nurses. Here at petVets we aim to make both our staff and our clients feel at home. We encourage uniqueness, the ability to learn and grow your knowledge along the way, while feeling supported and enjoying each day in our busy clinic.
ARE YOU…
- A Certificate IV holder or working towards Certificate IV with a minimum of 1-year full time experience?
- One of those so called ‘crazy’ people who talk to random cats and dogs on the street?
- A person who loves snacking?
- A hard worker with a great sense of humour?
- An adaptable and enthusiastic nurse with a passion for small animals and veterinary medicine?
- A person who is always looking to learn and progress their skills?
Well we would love to have you join our incredible team!
ABOUT US…
- We are a strong and cohesive team that strive to give our patients the highest level of care possible.
- We are a practice that believes that gaining further knowledge and in-clinic learning is important to all staff. Our marvellous vets are always helping us learn and further improve our nursing skills, with the belief that no question is too silly to ask!
- We have some remarkable clients who are prepared to do anything for their fur kids, a high majority have their kids insured so cost is not an issue.
- We love using Fear Free techniques and gentle handling to make sure our patients have the best treatment and experience possible with the least amount of stress; our clients love it as well!
- We have animals lining up at the door to get in! Sometimes they just pop in for a pat and a treat… or ten.
THE POSITION
- A FULL TIME position, with rostered weekend shifts with some OCCASIONAL on-call work for caesarean procedures.
- General reception tasks; including admission and discharge of surgical patients, have good client communication and liaison and product knowledge.
- Undertaking general nursing tasks; including monitoring pre, peri and post-operative surgical patients, assistance with radiographs as well as performing dental radiographs, placing IV catheters, animal pathology, medical nursing and emergency care, assisting the vet with animal restraint in consultations etc.
- Cattery duties; including animal handling, nutritional and environmental enrichment tasks such as cuddling!
- The ability to learn and assist in the use of Clinic-Ware Software, IDEXX Catalyst machinery, Digital and Dental Radiology and Laser Therapy Treatment.
- As always, a love of French Bulldogs, the colour Pink, & pumping the tunes with 30 second dance parties is a MUST.
To apply for this position, please send your resume and the cover letter to Toni at: info@petvets.com.au
West Blacktown Veterinary Clinic, Western Sydney (posted 28th May)
Veterinary Nurse - Full time, Part time or Casual
Growing up, all I wanted to do was work with animals. Almost a decade into this career, I can honestly say I still love it; Veterinary nursing gives meaning and purpose to my life. Because of all the experiences I have had, and the nurses who have given me the opportunities to learn and grow, it has formed a fundamental part of who I am, and what I strive to give back to my colleagues.
This is not to say that we’re not challenged. We are. However, with a supportive and collaborative team around you, these challenges become wonderful opportunities for growth and development. They ultimately make for an incredibly meaningful and rewarding life.
If this resonates with you, then call us for a chat. Amy and I would love to hear from you.
We are quite flexible with this role - it could be full time, part time or casual. Our clinic is growing and we just want to find the right person for our team, and have our team be right for that person.
Blacktown is an up-and-coming area full of young families and professionals. Our clinic strives to bring gold-standard veterinary care to our clientele. We are situated less than 5 minutes drive from Westpoint Shopping Centre with a lovely café and new housing development across the road.
You can call us on (02) 9621 4984 or email Katrina at: katrina@westblacktownvet.com.au
We have all of the usual toys, including:
- Idexx Catalyst and Procyte blood analysers
- Abaxis urine analyser
- EsaoteMyLab Gamma Ultrasound
- Fujifilm GR5 Digital X-ray
- IM3 Digital Dental X-Ray
- IM3 Dental Unit with LED
- BM3 surgical monitor and patient-side monitors
- Mistral Air Warmer for surgeries
- Cryosurgery, Tonovet Plus tonometer, Olympus microscope and more
And we are offering:
- Salary well above award and commensurate with experience
- 1 week paid study leave annually, for Registered Nurses
- Active support to pursue your goals and support your needs
- 4 weeks annual leave
- A paid personal public holiday for your birthday every year
- No afterhours
- Regular pay reviews
- Centre for Veterinary Education Membership
North Shore Veterinary Hospital, Artarmon (posted 28th May)
North Shore Veterinary Hospital is looking for a full-time ECC vet nurse to join our nursing team!
North Shore Veterinary Hospital (NSVH) is seeking an enthusiastic, patient care focused Full-Time Referral Critical Care Veterinary Nurse within our busy referral hospital.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside boarded Specialists in Emergency and Critical Care to deliver all aspects of advanced nursing care to an exceptional standard. The hospital is based in a brand new, purpose-built facility with the latest equipment in an accessible location on Sydney’s lower North Shore.
No previous experience in a referral setting is necessary as we have the staff, facilities and capability to provide the training required to be a valued member of the team.
At NSVH, we pride ourselves on having friendly, sociable teams with a great support network within the VetPartners community, allowing for potential career development and progression.
Your role and responsibilities:
- Apply and adapt your clinical nursing skills to an emergency and critical care focused caseload, including but not limited to, blood transfusion therapy, mechanical ventilation, advanced catheterisation techniques (central, PICC and arterial), advanced monitoring, and triage/stabilisation of the emergency patient
- Work directly with ECC specialist, ECC speciality intern and ECC OOH vets and focus on delivering high-end patient care
- Use of Smart Flow system to assess and record patient vitals, identify and report abnormalities.
- Work as an integral part of the team in contributing to and partaking in continuing professional development.
Essential criteria:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and preferably a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
- Be willing to learn and develop advanced nursing skills
- Ability to work well within a close-knit team and adapt to changing work environments and schedules
What we offer:
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- A varied and interesting case-load
- Training in advanced critical care nursing skills
- The opportunity to challenge and expand your knowledge and skillset
- Continuing education opportunities
Apply Now!
Please apply online with your resume and cover letter.
Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), North Ryde, Sydney (posted 27th May) Medicine Nurse
Medicine Nurse
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), was established in North Ryde, Sydney in 2007 with a second hospital opening on the Central Coast of New South Wales in 2017. We are also excited to announce that we are opening a brand new purpose-built specialist veterinary facility in South Australia in August/ September 2021. Our core purpose is to help pets and their families live their best life.
SASH is the largest veterinary specialist hospital group in the Southern Hemisphere. We are privileged to care for over 18,000 pets and their families each year. SASH offers a wide range of specialist services including Anaesthesia, Avian & Exotics, Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Physiotherapy, Radiology, Reproduction Medicine, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Surgery and a renowned 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care department.
About the Role:
We are looking for a Medicine Nurse who is professional and motivated while being passionate about providing exceptional patient care. This position will provide you with the opportunity to work on complex cases assisting with anaesthesia’s and blood work ups, along with a variety of procedures. We have had exciting internal movement, and therefore we now have a full-time, permanent position and will include a shared weekend roster with the team.
About You:
We are looking for great people to join our team who are interested in learning and growing in their roles and prepared to go the extra mile for each other to make SASH a great place to work and the best provider of specialist veterinary care to our patients and their families, so they can live their best life. To be successfully selected, you will need to demonstrate the following:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in a similar nursing position
- A keen interest in Medical diseases and procedures.
- Experience in General Anaesthesia
- Confidence working in an extremely busy environment
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- Commitment to the culture and values of SASH
- Previous experience in Medicine is highly regarded but not essential.
The SASH experience:
You will be joining a fast-paced environment, working with fabulous people and a team committed to helping pets and their families live their best life. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding and you will have an opportunity to make a difference.
- Be part of an organisation committed to its people and culture
- Contribute to defining excellence in animal healthcare
- Walking distance from public transport
- Learn and develop a wide range of Clinical Skills from our specialist team of Vets and Nurses.
If you are interested in growing your career with SASH, please forward your resume with a cover letter using the link: https://adr.to/oyky4
Bayside Animal Hospital, Wolli Creek, Sydney (posted 27th May)
Full-Time Senior Vet Nurse
Bayside Animal Hospital is a small animal practice located in the beautiful Bayside Council area of Sydney. Our purpose-built practice aims to provide the highest quality veterinary care for our furry patients.
Our practice opened in May 2018 and has rapidly grown, currently our clinic hours are Monday to Friday: 8am-8pm and Saturday, Sunday 10am-5pm.
We are looking for an experienced vet nurse to join us in our practice in a full time capacity.
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.
The successful candidate may also have the opportunity to work at our new clinic in Rhodes if desired.
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 students, junior 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 3 years of veterinary nursing experience in-clinic (full time).
- 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 Ezyvet
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine love for animals and their people
- Unqualified candidates or candidates with less than 3 years full time experience with small animals 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 your 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
Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), North Ryde, Sydney (posted 27th May)
Dermatology Nurse - Full Time
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is Australia’s largest and most distinguished animal referral and emergency hospital. Over the past 14 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 15 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.
About the Role:
We aim to provide the highest quality of Dermatological care to our patients and are required to liaise as needed with other SASH services for optimal integrated patient management. This position will aid in the smooth running of the service and ensure the highest of standards are maintained. This position is due to a wonderful new Dermatologist joining the team from the UK.
We are looking for a practice nurse who is professional and motivated with a good sense of humour. You’ll be responsible for providing assistance to the Dermatology team, patient management, instrument sterilisation, preparing and processing medication and ear solutions as well as liaising directly with clients to check on patient progress.
About You:
We are looking for a someone who can work independently with a reliable, adaptable and proactive approach to varying situations. To be successful, you will need to demonstrate the following;
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- Good knowledge of all medical diseases & medical terminology
- Experience in General Anaesthesia & ventilation
- Problem solving and decision making skills
- Have a flexible approach to issues
- Self-motivated and committed to ongoing professional development
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Strong work ethic and commitment to the culture and values of SASH
Required:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in a qualified nursing position
The SASH experience:
You will be joining a fast-paced environment, working with fabulous people and a team committed to helping pets and their families live their best life. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding and you will have an opportunity to make a difference.
- Be part of an organisation committed to its people and culture
- Contribute to defining excellence in animal healthcare
- Walking distance from public transport
If you are interested in growing your career with SASH, please forward your resume with a cover letter using the link: Apply Here
Ryde Veterinary Clinic, North West Sydney (posted 27th May)
Veterinary Nurse - Part Time
We are looking for a part-time nurse to join our friendly and experienced team at Ryde Veterinary Clinic!
Ryde Veterinary Clinic is a spacious, well equipped and purpose-built veterinary hospital boasting 2 consult rooms, separate staff area, treatment area, and dedicated surgical suite.
We can offer you a fantastic working environment, with a loyal established client base and friendly and experienced staff members! We highly encourage our staff to participate in continuing education to ensure we are always providing our patients and clients with a high standard of care!
Working hours
Monday – Friday 7:30am to 7:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday Closed
About you:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing with a minimum of 2 years clinical nursing experience (new graduates encouraged to apply!)
- Confidence in all areas of general practice nursing
- A genuine love for animals and their people.
- Passionate about client communication and advocate patient welfare
- A keen desire to deliver excellent standards of patient care and personalised customer service at all times.
- A team player with a healthy 'can do' attitude and enjoy being part of a positive team culture.
- Able to work 26 hours per week with one Saturday every four weeks
Apply Now!
Please Apply Online here with your CV!
Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), North Ryde, Sydney (posted 27th May)
Emergency and Critical Care Nurse - Full Time
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), was established in North Ryde, Sydney in 2007 with a second hospital opening on the Central Coast of New South Wales in 2017. We are also excited to announce that we are opening a brand new purpose-built specialist veterinary facility in South Australia in August/September 2021. Our core purpose is to help pets and their families live their best life.
SASH is the largest veterinary specialist hospital group in the Southern Hemisphere. We are privileged to care for over 18,000 pets and their families each year. SASH offers a wide range of specialist services including Anaesthesia, Avian & Exotics, Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Ophthalmology, Pathology, Physiotherapy, Radiology, Reproduction Medicine, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, Surgery and a renowned 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care department.
About the Role:
This position is not for the faint hearted and requires someone with an excellent work ethic, being willing to work to the highest standard. We are growing the team, on the back of growth of the team and the hospital itself. This is a full-time, permanent position and requires a nurse who is available for a rotating roster including overnights and weekends. The position includes, but is not limited to:
- 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
- Perform treatments and post-operative care
- Communication with clients when admitting and discharging patients
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:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Effective problem solving, decision-making and time management skills
- Great work ethic and commitment to the culture and values of SASH
- Good knowledge of medical diseases & medical terminology as well as Extensive knowledge of most medical procedures
- Experience in General Anaesthesia, with ventilation highly regarded
Required:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar Emergency or after-hours care environment
The SASH experience:
You will be joining a fast-paced environment, working with fabulous people and a team committed to helping pets and their families live their best life. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding and you will have an opportunity to make a difference.
- Be part of an organisation committed to its people and culture
- Contribute to defining excellence in animal healthcare
- Walking distance from public transport
If you are interested in growing your career with SASH, please forward your resume with a cover letter using the link: Apply Here
Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH), North Ryde, Sydney (posted 27th May)
Theatre Nurse - Full Time
About SASH:
The Small Animal Specialist Hospital (SASH) is Australia’s largest and most distinguished animal referral and emergency hospital. Over the past 14 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 15 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.
About the Role:
We are looking for a theatre nurse who will support our theatre-based services across the hospital, including: Surgery, Ophthalmology and Neurology. This role will suit a nurse who is seeking a challenging and dynamic role, offering exposure to a variety of cases while also offering plenty of patient care in the ward. This nurse will need to demonstrate a professional and motivated work ethic while being passionate about providing exceptional patient care. With the addition of new Theatres, we are seeking a nurse for 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 varying situations. To be successful, you will need to demonstrate the following;
- A keen interest in theatre-based work
- A desire to work closely with our patients throughout their surgery journey including admission, prep, surgery, recovery and discharge.
- Ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in General Anaesthesia & ventilation is not essential, and a training program will be developed to support you in further developing your skills
- Confidence working in an extremely busy environment
- Commitment to the culture and values of SASH
Required:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in a qualified nursing position
- Previous experience in surgery or surgery related skills would be highly regarded.
The SASH experience:
You will be joining a fast-paced environment, working with fabulous people and a team committed to helping pets and their families live their best life. The animal health care industry is extremely rewarding and you will have an opportunity to make a difference.
- Be part of an organisation committed to its people and culture
- Contribute to defining excellence in animal healthcare
- Walking distance from public transport
If you are interested in growing your career with SASH, please forward your resume with a cover letter: Apply Here
Leppington Veterinary Clinic, South West Sydney (posted 26th May)
Full time Veterinary Nurse
We are an independent, friendly, well equipped small animal practice with occasional exotic and smaller farm animal patients.
We need a full time certificate IV qualified Veterinary nurse with at least 1 year full time paid experience.
Applicants must be competent, confident, an effective communicator and have an attention to detail.
You must be keen to work as a team player to provide a high level of patient and customer care.
Duties required include
- Reception – including admission and discharge
- Theatre – including anaesthesia monitoring, instrument preparation and occasional surgery assistance.
- Medical and hospital- including IV catheterisation, blood collection, radiography, laboratory work, patient treatments and routine dentistry.
- General hospital hygiene.
You will have the opportunity to gain and apply a wide range of nursing skills.
Flexible roster includes some shifts on Saturday mornings. There is no after hours, Sundays or public holidays.
Remuneration is above award and according to experience.
Please forward applications with CV to: leppingtonvet@hotmail.com
PETstock VET Erina, Central Coast (posted 26th May)
POSITION – Part-time/ Full-time Nurse
CANDIDATE – Veterinary Nurse with CERT IV qualification, 1+ year's experience.
TYPE OF PRACTICE – 100% small animal
LOCATION – Erina, NSW
About us
We are a friendly close-knit team based in Erina, only minutes away from Terrigal Beach, on the beautiful Central Coast of NSW. We are bound by our love of animals and the people who consider them their family. The owner and lead Vet has 30 years in the industry but is current and contemporary. He values the best standard of clinical work going beyond a normal General Practice.
ABOUT YOU:
- Efficient
- Appreciates cleanliness
- Friendly
- Energised by a challenge
- A Team player
- Resilient
- Self-aware
- Accountable
- Exceptional clinical skills
- Can do attitude
- Sense of humour
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced clinic
- Minimum of 12 months experience within the clinic environment
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Competencies:
- Idexx in house pathology
- Nurse/ team consultations
- Clinical note keeping
- Dentistry
- Dental x rays and general radiography
- IV catheter placement and blood collection.
- Anaesthetic inductions and monitoring
- Eating donuts
Our offer:
A pay rate that rewards you appropriately for your skills and is well above the award.
INTERESTED?
Applications:
To apply please email a cover letter and CV to our Practice Manager Christine Cross: erinamgr@petstockvet.com.au
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre, Artarmon, Lower North Shore Sydney (posted 26th May) Surgical Vet Nurse
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is seeking an enthusiastic, patient care focused Full Time Surgical veterinary nurse within our busy referral hospital.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside boarded Surgical Specialists to deliver all aspects of advanced nursing care to an exceptional standard. Based in a brand new, purpose-built hospital with the latest equipment in an accessible location on Sydney’s lower North Shore.
No previous experience in a referral setting is necessary as we have the staff, facilities and capability to provide the training required to be a valued member of the team.
At North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre, we pride ourselves on having friendly, sociable teams with a great support network within the VetPartners community, allowing for potential career development and progression.
Your role and responsibilities
- Apply and adapt your clinical nursing skills to a surgically focused caseload including, but not limited to, advanced anaesthesia, computed tomography, fluoroscopy, orthopaedic and soft tissue surgical nursing.
- Liaise with specialists and interns on delivering high-end patient care
- Use of Smart Flow system to assess and record patient vitals, identify and report abnormalities.
- Work as an integral part of the team in contributing to and partaking in continuing professional development
Essential criteria
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and preferably a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
- Be willing to learn and develop advanced nursing skills
- Ability to work well within a close-knit team and adapt to changing work environments and schedules
What we offer
- A supportive and friendly team environment
- A varied and interesting case-load
- Training in advanced surgical nursing skills
- The opportunity to challenge and expand your knowledge and skill set
- Continuing education opportunities
- Sociable working hours with potential to pick up extra occasional emergency shifts if desired.
For more information, contact Chantelle at: chantelle.fernandes@vet.partners
Greencross Vets South Tamworth, North West Region NSW (posted 25th May)
Vet Nurse
South Tamworth NSW
Over 1600 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 170 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 Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our South Tamworth clinic on a full-time basis.
The clinic is well equipped and has a large team of experienced and supportive vets and nurses. This is a great opportunity for a nurse looking to utilise their skills and be a respected part of the team.
About your new role
- 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.
- Taking part in the clinic’s weekend roster. This will involve working 1 in 4 full weekends
About your skills and your experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- 1-2 years of experience
- 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
- 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
If 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 criteria above to Janine Miles, Practice Manager on: Jannine.Miles@greencrossvet.com.au
Macarthur Veterinary Group Gregory Hills, South West Sydney (posted 25th May)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse
Macarthur Veterinary Group is a dynamic group of four veterinary clinics in the Macarthur region. We’re looking for an experienced veterinary nurse for our Gregory Hills practice, for full or part time work, who sees their role as a vocation, not just a job; a highly skilled, cheerful, outgoing person who prides themselves on their superior customer service and patient care.
Your proactive manner will ensure your ability to handle all aspects of veterinary nursing, including dental work, anaesthetics, x-rays, IV catheter placement, pathology, intubations and critical care monitoring. You have excellent animal handling skills and are not afraid to get your hands dirty. You will share responsibility for liaising with our clients both personally at reception and on the phone, so your first class communication skills are vital.
You will have successfully completed your Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing and have at least two years nursing experience.
Our large size ensures flexibility with rosters and plenty of support. We have plenty of continuing education opportunities both in and out of house; and have an education officer to ensure your continuing education allowance is used to your best advantage. This works both ways - your suggestions and ideas are vital to the improvement of the services we provide to our patients, and we encourage your input.
Characteristics we seek:
- A genuine passion for animals and their care
- A desire for ongoing development of your skills
- The ability to manage your time and work efficiently to deadlines
- The ability to stay poised in stressful situations
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team
- Initiative
What we offer:
- Work-life balance
- A lively, exciting, stimulating work environment, close to home.
- Continued opportunity to develop your skills and support with your ongoing education
- A large, friendly, supportive community!
Please forward your resume with a covering letter explaining why you’d like to work with us at Macarthur Veterinary Group and why you are the ideal person for the role.
Please address your correspondence to Cathy at: hr@macarthurvet.com.au
Belrose Veterinary Clinic, Northern Beaches Sydney (posted 25th May)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse – Full Time & Part Time Roles Available
We are looking for personable, enthusiastic & driven Veterinary Nurses to join our fast-growing team! Based on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, we pride ourselves on having a friendly, dedicated team with a focus on career development and supporting each other to have a great work – life balance.
We are passionate about providing the best care for our patients & clients, ensuring we have the latest equipment and diagnostics available including digital and dental x-rays, ultrasound, iM3 dental equipment, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory. We also offer on-site puppy preschool and regularly have veterinary specialists in-house providing additional services to our clients.
Check out our Instagram for an inside look on what you will be a part of!
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Surgical nursing duties & anaesthetic monitoring
- Client relations, phone service and reception duties
- Confidently liaising with vets and delivering high-end patient care
- Training junior nurses.
- Performing nurse consults, dental checks, suture removal, arthritis injections etc.
- Confidently performing in-house pathology, cytology & radiology services.
- Actively participating & contributing in continuing professional development & education.
- Cleaning and maintaining a hygienic hospital environment
- Triage of wildlife & communicating with Wildlife organisations to arrange long term care.
Essential Criteria
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing and preferably a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.
- High standard of nursing skills (IV catheter placement, blood collection, anaesthesia monitoring, admission and discharge appointments, use of in-house equipment)
- Ability to work well within a close-knit team and adapt to changing work environments and schedules.
- Ability to work some weekend shifts with flexible working arrangements available.
Exceptional customer service and communication skills
What we Offer
- A supportive, fun, friendly team environment. Think boat Christmas parties on the beautiful Pittwater, Paint & Pinot nights and a mix of “fruit Fridays” & “fatty food Fridays”.
- Flexible working environment. Work- life balance is very important to us!
In-house training & external learning opportunities.
- Above award wages
Apply Now!
Please apply by sending your CV via email to: marketing@belrosevet.com.au
Pymble Veterinary Clinic, Sydney's Upper North Shore (posted 25th May)
Pymble Veterinary Clinic: seeking a Veterinary Nurse
Pymble Veterinary Clinic is a 3 vet / 7 nurse clinic in a lovely little shopping Mall in the heart of West Pymble.
Our workplace is a happy one. We all love what we do and enjoy our team’s achievements.
We look after our staff: supplying coffee, lunches and we even have the occasional mental health day where we get out together to have a day away from it all!
Our team meetings include dinner and a glass of wine.
We have special Christmas photo shoots where our clients bring their dogs for Christmas photos and we give out presents to our wonderful patients.
We have some of the best clientele you could ever wish for.
It is important to us that everyone is mutually happy and respected.
Find us on:
www.thepymblevet.com.au
We have a beautiful, clean, purpose-built hospital with digital radiography, in house pathology, ultrasound, endoscopy and much more.
We do chemotherapy and have a special interest in advanced medical case management.
We love our nurses to get involved in venipuncture, catheter placement etc.. and encourage continuing education.
We are a happy and caring team who want nothing more than to achieve the best results for our patients and for us all to enjoy a satisfying and rewarding career.
Our clinic vision is simple:
“We aim to provide the best care for our patients at every stage of their life.”
Attributes which are essential:
- Neat and tidy personal presentation and punctuality are required.
- Honesty and reliability are paramount.
- Competent computer and phone skills necessary.
- The applicant needs to be a team-player in a small environment.
- Ability to maintain a tidy and clean environment.
- Veterinary nursing qualifications/ skills.
- An eagerness to learn and strive for excellence in animal and customer care.
Attributes welcomed:
- The level of nursing skills required will vary on the other attributes the applicant can provide.
- Any outstanding computer/ reception skills will be warmly welcomed.
- A full driving licence would be helpful but not essential.
Hours of work offered:
- Hours will be determined based on the applicant’s skills and availability.
Please direct your CV and letter of application in the first instance to:
kirsty@thepymblevet.com.au and martine@thepymblevet.com.au
Colyton Veterinary Hospital, Oxley Park (posted 25th May)
Full time/Part time Veterinary Nurse position available.
We are looking for an experienced part-time or full-time veterinary nurse to join our team of 7 veterinarians and 15 veterinary nursing staff.
We are a busy small animal hospital that strives to provide the best patient care in a professional manner. Among the usual diagnostics we now have the ability to provide patients with services like in house CT, and endoscopy.
Please click here to see photos!
The shifts will include Monday to Friday shifts and some weekends on a rotating roster.
The primary responsibilities for this position include:
- General husbandry duties
- Experience in monitoring general anaesthesia, surgical monitoring and surgical assistance.
- The best standard of care for our surgical and medical cases, including but not limited to pre- and post-operative care
- Experience in IV catheter placement and blood collection
- Experience using Idexx inhouse blood machines
- Emergency and critical care
- Dentistry
- CT/Radiology and ultrasound assistance
- Reception and client service, including some nurse consultations, admissions and discharges
The ideal candidate must have Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Equivalent and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a veterinary nurse in clinic.
The applicant should have excellent communication and customer service skills and the ability to work well in a supportive team environment.
If you believe this position is for you, please send your resume to:
colytonvet@hotmail.com
Melinda Humphries
Colyton Vet Hospital
Ingleburn Veterinary Hospital & Emergency Centre, South-West Sydney (posted 25th May)
Ingleburn Veterinary Hospital and Emergency Centre is looking for a Part-time General Practice and ECC Veterinary Nurse to join their team!
Ingleburn Veterinary Hospital & Emergency Centre requires a client-focused emergency nurse who is motivated to provide excellent quality care to our patients and clients.
We are located in one of the major growth areas in southwest Sydney. The hospital, established in 1983, provides emergency care for approximately 30 general practice clinics in the nearby area.
A recent change in management has reinvigorated the hospital and rejuvenated our commitment to provide high-quality health care for family pets with a focus on clinical standards, customer-focused service and a communicative and supportive team approach to the care of our patients, customers and each other. Further investment in equipment and facilities and staff continues to support us in this mission.
The hospital offers a steady and manageable workload with a good mix of medical and surgical cases. You will be provided excellent clinical and management support.
We are currently seeking a motivated, compassionate and qualified Part-time General Practice and ECC Veterinary Nurse to join our team!
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.
What we are looking for:
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Veterinary Nursing with appropriate qualifications
- An interest or background in emergency nursing
- Exceptional customer service skills
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved at all levels, with energy and drive
- Effective time management and organisation skills
- Availability to work Saturdays (required)
Please apply online with your CV & Cover Letter.
General Practice Vet Nurse:
https://vet.partners/careers/?p=job/ofzjffw6&nl=1
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, Rosebery (posted 20th May) Imaging Vet Nurse
Imaging Nurse – Sydney Veterinary and Emergency Specialists
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists are looking for a Full-time Vet Nurse to join our Imaging department!
Sydney Veterinary Emergency and Specialists are seeking a competent veterinary nurse to assist with small animal radiography, ultrasound (abdominal, cardiac) and CT/MRI. Anaesthesia experience is desirable; training will be provided in other aspects of the role. This is a dedicated imaging-only role and offers a great opportunity to develop your skills in this area.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Applications must provide a brief CV and a cover letter addressing the following criteria:
- Vet Nurse qualifications: Certificate IV or equivalent qualifications essential
- Experience working as part of a team
- Experience working with anaesthesia (sedation, general anaesthesia)
- Computer skills (competence with Outlook & Word essential)
The ideal candidate would have experience working with high level ultrasonography, CT scanner and non-routine anaesthetics.
Please apply online with your Resume & Cover Letter.
Gladesville Veterinary Hospital, Lower North Shore Sydney (posted 20th May)
Veterinary Nurse – Casual Fixed Term Contract
Gladesville Veterinary Hospital is a large, A-class, small animal veterinary practice located on Victoria Road in Gladesville. We have a dedicated team of vets, nurses, 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 casual vet nurse to join our team to look after our clients and their fur babies!
We are looking for an awesome veterinary nurse to work on a Fixed-term contract for 12-months and is available between 6:30am - 8pm weekdays and weekends.
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 currently studying (or equivalent) and min 1 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 apply online with your CV and Cover Letter.
https://vet.partners/careers/?p=job%2FonIlffwp
Sutherland Veterinary Clinic, Southern Sydney (posted 20th May)
Flexible Full or Part Time Qualified Veterinary Nurse required.
We are not currently looking for trainees.
Sutherland Veterinary Clinic is a busy small animal practice in the beautiful Sutherland Shire. The team is made up of 4 full time Veterinarians and a team of Veterinary Nurses to bring quality care and medical treatment to our patients. The clinic is well equipped with all the most up to date diagnostics equipment, including digital radiography, endoscopy, ultrasonography and inhouse pathology machines.
We are looking for a team player with excellent communication skills to take on a position as a Veterinary Nurse within our clinic.
The successful applicant will have:
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working within a clinic.
- A keen and positive “can-do” attitude.
- Great Organisational and Time Management skills.
- Availability to work a rotating roster Monday to Friday including some
- weekend shifts (No Public Holiday shifts required).
- A passion for providing excellent care to our patients and great support to our clients.
Main Responsibilities required (but not limited to):
- Cleaning.
- Using Smartflow and vision.
- Assisting the Veterinarians in all areas, medically and surgically.
- Surgery Preparation, Monitoring of Anaesthetics and Recovery.
- General Care and Well-being of the Patients.
- Outstanding Customer Service - Reception and administrative duties.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your resumé to Julie at julie@sutherlandvet.com.au
See our website https://sutherlandvet.com.au/
Family Vet Centre, Albury/Wodonga (posted 20th May)
Experienced Vet Nurse Full time or Part time.
Family Vet Centre is an exciting, busy, and progressive Small Animal Practice. Our practice is growing so we require an energetic and enthusiastic experienced vet nurse to join our team.
We are offering:
- An exciting, challenging and stimulating environment in which to grow and thrive
- Support and encouragement of your drive to achieve goals and develop your career
- Opportunity and training to expand your skills and knowledge
- A stimulating variety of work across a diverse array of small animal species and wildlife
- Inspiration from a team of talented and experienced vets and nurses
- Work/life balance; weekend shifts and on call duty are shared by the nursing team so approximately one night on-call/4 weeks and one weekend shift/4 weeks.
- Above award remuneration
- CVE membership via practice membership
Our Mission and Values
Our team is committed to providing quality care for pets. We understand the important role pets play in families, and we aim to treat all pets as our own and to treat our clients the way we would want to be treated. As an organization and as members of the Family Vet Centre Team the key values we hold are:
- Family- orientated: core to our name and our being, this extends to a sense of community local and veterinary; and sustainability.
- Leadership: encompassing being progressive and innovative, resilient, being at the forefront of knowledge.
- Compassionate: combining passion and empathy, care, understanding, appropriate and effective communication.
- Integrity: respect, honesty & friendliness.
The Practice
- 100% Small Animal
- Purpose built
- All the great modern equipment you would expect including new ultrasound, CR, Procyte/Catalyst IDEXX, videoscopes and video otoscopes
- Great Clients
To see clinic photos click here
The Region
Albury- Wodonga is a fantastic region close to the snow and wine regions of NE Victoria. It’s great for outdoor activities such as water sports, horse riding, mountain biking and bush walking and offers a range of sporting options. We enjoy a wonderful City in the Country lifestyle rich in culture & performing arts with many delightful cafes, restaurants and festivals.
Applications or further information:
Dr Mara King, Practice Coordinator, mara@familyvet.com.au
Greencross Vets Tweed Heads, Lower Gold Coast NSW/QLD border (posted 18th May)
Vet Nurse
Tweed Heads NSW
Over 1600 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 more than 170 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 qualified Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our Tweed Heads clinic on a part-time or full-time basis.
We are co-located inside Petbarn in a beautiful near new clinic with lots of space. Easy parking and wonderful friendly small team. We are team with a friendly-family feel, with a focus on a healthy work life balance. We’re all energetic, enthusiastic and easy going while operating in a professional practice. Our clinic is in Northern NSW near the Queensland border, close to Coolangatta beaches and Tweed city shopping centre.
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 or equivalent
- 2 years of experience
- 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:
- A permanent part-time or full-time role with 30-38 hours per week
- 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 in line with your 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 criteria above to:
Naomi Pearce, Practice Manager
naomi.pearce@greencrossvet.com.au
Blue & White Veterinary Clinic, Coffs Harbour (posted 18th May)
Veterinary Nurse – Full Time or Part Time
The team at Blue and White Veterinary Clinic Coffs Harbour area is seeking a qualified nurse to join our team. You will need a positive outlook and willingness to learn.
The ideal applicant will have Certificate IV qualification in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent and a minimum two years’ experience.
Outstanding customer service, strong communication skills and great time management skills are essential. This position involves general nursing including medical and surgical, reception duties, general cleaning and great care of clients and patients.
We believe in best practice and have an emphasis on staff training, protocol development and retaining our staff, but also to achieve a positive work/life balance.
Key skills for this role include:
- 2 years minimum experience
- Cert IV Vet nursing or equivalent
- Highly organised with great time management and administration skills
- Works well in a team
- Great customer service
- Flexibility, enthusiasm and a positive attitude
- Ability to multitask
- Reliable
- Confidence in all things surgery, reception and patient care
The clinic is open Monday – Saturday and shifts will be between 8am-6pm Monday- Friday, Saturdays 8.30-12.00
Please send all applications, with resume and two referees to:
Tress McGufficke
Practice Manager
admin@blueandwhitevet.com
Greencross Vets Roseville, Upper North Shore Sydney (posted 18th May)
Veterinary Nurse
Roseville NSW
Over 1600 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 more than 170 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 Veterinary Nurse to join our Roseville team on a part-time fixed-term basis.
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 or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
- Professional phone manner, communication and customer service skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- A desire to provide a high standard of patient and client care
- Be motivated and show initiative
- Be a team player
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
What we can offer you:
- Part-time fixed-term maternity leave cover
- An interesting and varied role
- A supportive and fun learning environment
- Great location next to the train line and local cafes
- Work on a rotating Saturday roster (working 1 in 3 or 4 Saturdays)
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education an ongoing mentorship
- Access to a support network of like-minded professionals
Pay is in line with your experience and qualifications. If you would like to become part of the passionate Roseville team, please email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria above to:
Laura Topham, Practice Manager
Laura.Topham@greencrossvet.com.au
Charmhaven Vet Hospital, Central Coast (posted 17th May)
FULL TIME EXPERIENCED NURSE REQUIRED AT CHARMHAVEN VET HOSPITAL
We are looking for an experienced Cert IV qualified Vet Nurse to join our busy and expanding team at our Charmhaven Vet Hospital.
You will be joining our existing team of ~ 35 staff, including vets, nurses, receptionists and animal attendants. It will primarily be a nursing position, involving anaesthetic monitoring, TPR and treatment of animals in hospital, pre-anaesthetic checks, placement of IV catheters, calculating and giving surgery pre-meds, and blood collection. You will be required to assist with in house pathology, including staining cytology slides, faecal floats, urinalyses, running IDEXX in house bloods etc. Click here to see photos.
You will also be required at times to conduct nurse consultations involving suture removal, cartrophen injections, cytopoint injections, anal glands, nail trims, surgical admissions and discharges etc, so great customer service skills and the ability to develop relationships with clients is essential.
There will also be the need to be able to step in and do the less glamorous jobs where required - cleaning cages, vacuuming and moping floors, doing washing, cleaning staff bathrooms etc.
The position would be full time, with an average of 34 - 38 hours per week, with flexible work hours.
We can offer you a fun and supportive work environment in a busy first opinion clinic. We see a diverse range of small animal cases, mainly cats and dogs but also the occasional rabbit and bird. There is lots of opportunity to expand your nursing skills, including with advanced orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures, and the opportunity to perform anaesthetic induction as well as monitoring.
If this is a position that interests you, and you feel you could excel at the above requirements, please forward your resume with a cover letter outlining your experience and abilities to Dr Esther Tikoft at charmhavenvethospital@gmail.com Charmhaven Vet Hospital
www.charmhavenvethospital.com.au
Menai Animal Hospital, South Sydney (posted 14th May)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time or Part Time
Needed – Part time and or Full time Veterinary Nurse to work in a small but busy Veterinary hospital, within a close and supportive team.
Menai Animal Hospital, is proud to offer our pet owners a variety of services including health checks, vaccinations, diagnostics, laboratory / blood testing, x rays, Ultrasound, surgery, anaesthesia, sedation grooming, rehabilitation, laser therapy, dentistry, preventative health care, wildlife treatment and breeding just to name a few.
All our nurses receive opportunity to gain experience in all fields under the guidance of our more experienced nurses and vets. Our nurses, support and understand one another, along with the help of our snacks and chocolates to get us through our shifts. From vaccinations through to cruciate ligament surgeries, we can offer you a learning experience not often found.
If you are enthusiastic about animal care and love working with people then an opportunity awaits at Menai Animal Hospital to “kickstart” an interesting career as part of a dedicated and compassionated team of professionals.
We care for each other, we care for our patients and we are ready to welcome more nurses into our ranks. Either part-time or full-time work is available. If you are interested, please email us at: nurses@menaivet.com.au
Collaroy Veterinary Hospital, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 14th May)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Collaroy Veterinary Hospital is an independent, busy and thriving animal hospital on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
We are looking for a motivated and experienced vet nurse to join our team of 6 vets and 12 support staff.
Duties will include all aspects of veterinary nursing
- Organising and assisting on procedures;
- Performing anaesthesia on a range of patients;
- Placement of IV catheters, phlebotomy, performing radiographs, intensive care and monitoring, pre- and post-operative patient care;
- Following treatment plans, administering medications;
- Client communication – providing advice, answering questions and occasional reception duties;
- Support of junior nurses and animal attendant team.
Successful applicants will
- Have minimum 2 years on the job experience in veterinary nursing with appropriate qualifications (Certificate IV in Veterinary nursing or equivalent);
- Display a commitment to a high level of patient care and excellent customer service;
- Have the ability to problem solve, prioritise and work unsupervised when necessary;
- Be able to supervise and train junior nursing staff;
- Have flexible working hours.
Remuneration $55,000 - $65,000 pa commensurate with experience
Collaroy Veterinary Hospital is an Approved Business Sponsor
Visit our website to see more: www.collaroyvet.com.au or find us on
If you are interested in joining our team please forward your resume and a cover letter to Dr Pete at: collaroyvet@hotmail.com
Bomaderry Veterinary Hospital, Shoalhaven (posted 14th May)
Vet Nurse Position Available - Full time with Shared weekend work
This position is available for a Qualified Surgical Vet Nurse - Minimum Cert IV, with experience for a busy mixed practice.
We are looking for a qualified Veterinary Nurse to cover Maternity Leave with a genuine desire for long term commitment after maternity leave positions have ceased.
There are three practices within this company that will give the opportunity for rotation, two of which are located in beautiful beachside areas.
You will work alongside fully qualified Vet/Vet Nursing staff that are long term employees that form our wonderful team environment.
We also offer further education to enhance your skills which also enhances the services we can provide if the position is extended to a more permanent basis.
Above award wages are paid for the suitable applicant.
Further details provided upon application.
Please send resumes to:
Bomaderry Veterinary Hospital
Email: tracey@bomaderryvets.com.au
Summer Hill Village Vet, Inner West Sydney (posted 14th May)
Fantastic Leadership Opportunity for Experienced Nurse
Our lovely team at Summer Hill Village Vet is in need of an experienced player to help take our nursing service to the next level. We have some amazingly experienced talent already and some fantastic people in various stages of training. We would love another experienced nurse to come on board to help take our team consulting to the next level.
We have enough raw talent at present so please do not apply unless you have genuine solid experience. We won’t specify "minimum number of years worked" but we expect completed cert 4 at least, with competency in all areas of surgery, anaesthesia, catheter placement, blood collection, radiograph positioning, etc. We need you to be able to cover these areas and mentor junior staff if needed. What we also really want and need is somebody to help develop the role of consulting nurse and in-consult vet technician. Experience in this specific area is not required but a passion for the role and great communication skills will be required.
Emergency and triage experience would be a great asset to our applicant. If you have a willingness and passion to do new things, extend yourself and create new ways of being a greater nurse then we really want to hear from you. We are constantly trying to improve our patient care as a clinic and become stronger and more skilled as a team. We offer ongoing training on a weekly basis to varying degrees and provide resources for continuing education regularly. We work on ourselves as well as on all aspects of the running of the clinic.
Our clinic is very well-equipped and the owners are constantly making improvements. We have recently expanded our premises and now have an extra level allowing for additional work spaces and staff amenities. We take care of wildlife and rescue animals as well as those belonging to our great clients. We take pride in the level of care they all receive.
If you want a positive change and your efforts to mean something please contact us with your cv and a few words about why you might like to work with us at sandra_hodgins@mac.com
Brunker Road Veterinary Centre, Adamstown, Newcastle (posted 13th May)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Brunker Road Veterinary Centre is a small animal referral hospital located in Adamstown NSW. We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and dynamic team on a Permanent Full-time basis for nursing and reception. Applicants seeking a Part-time role may be considered.
Our hospital strives to provide the best patient care, in a supportive, team environment. We have the ability to provide patients with services like in house CT, endoscopy, routine and complex soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, and oncology services. For more information about our hospital, please visit: https://www.brunkerroadvets.com.au/
The primary responsibilities for this position include:
- General husbandry and nursing duties, including pathology, dentistry and assisting with radiology
- Monitoring general anaesthesia, including routine and complex case management, surgical monitoring, and surgical assistance.
- The best standard of care for our surgical & medical cases, including pre and post hospitalisation case management.
- Conducting IV catheter placement and blood collection
- Emergency and critical care
- Providing exceptional reception and client service
- Liaising with vets and clients
- Triage
- Excellent communication skills in all areas
To be considered for this position, applicants must have:
- Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing (or Equivalent) and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of attention to detail
- Confidence working in a busy environment
- Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
- A positive attitude
- An adaptable and proactive approach to situations.
What we offer:
- A committed, supportive and friendly team environment with lots of laughs
- Ongoing In-clinic training in more advanced surgical and medical procedures
- The opportunity to expand your knowledge , while gaining new and valuable skills
- Continuing education opportunities
Please send resume with cover letter to: brunkerroadvets@bigpond.com Attention to Elise MacPherson
Bowral Veterinary Hospital, Southern Highlands (posted 12th May)
Bowral Veterinary Hospital is looking for a full time, experienced, Cert IV qualified vet nurse to join our expanding veterinary team.
We value our staff and encourage further education and training. Our nurses support our team of 6 veterinarians in a team effort.
There are 5 nursing shifts each day that are staggered between 8.30am and 5.30pm.
We offer a canine reproduction service at Bowral, so as well as the usual equipment you would expect such as digital xray, dental xray, endoscope, in house Idexx bloods and ECG, we also offer ultrasounds and have an inhouse Immulite machine to run progesterone tests, as well as the quicker options. An interest in canine reproduction would be an advantage and training in this area would be given. Our nurses get to do a variety of tasks as we have a varied clientele and animal base and our practice is always busy.
We are looking for a motivated, friendly person who loves nursing and is keen to work. We hold regular dinners to reward our staff and to encourage team bonding. We also acknowledge and encourage a good work / life balance to maintain the best possible outlook for all our staff.
Bowral is located in the beautiful Southern Highlands, close to Sydney, Wollongong and Canberra. We have excellent sporting, shopping, dining and education options as well as amazing natural beauty with National Parks and bushwalks close at hand.
If you think this sounds like the job for you, please contact the Practice Manager, Angela Ireland at admin@bowralvethospital.com.au and check out our website www.bowralvethospital.com.au to see what we are all about.
Cherrybrook Veterinary Hospital, Sydney's Hills District (posted 12th May)
Cherrybrook Veterinary Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Qualified and Experienced Veterinary Nurse.
We are a small animal clinic located on Sydney’s leafy Hills District, 25 minutes from the CBD.
Cherrybrook Veterinary Hospital is a family owned and operated hospital of 1 veterinary surgeon, nurse and groomer
We are a very friendly team who enjoy working together in a positive environment as well as enjoying a good coffee!
Our main clientele are cats and dogs but we also see a lot of wildlife too.
We support continuing education and a good work/life balance so there is no afterhours and we are closed Sundays and Public Holidays.
The suitable candidate will have:
- Cert IV Veterinary Nursing Certificate or equivalent
- At least 2 years’ experience in all areas of nursing
- Have great client communication skills
- Be able to work as part of a team as well as independently
- Competent in surgical nursing and anaesthesia
- Comfortable performing nursing consults
- Experience using in house pathology and digital radiography machines
- Experience with Rx works is a bonus but not essential
If you would like to work with a great team, practicing great medicine for above award wages please send your CV and resume to cherrybrookvets@gmail.com or call John on 0452 098 750.
Fox Valley Animal Hospital, North Shore Sydney (posted 12th May)
Fox Valley Animal Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Qualified and Experienced Veterinary Nurse.
We are a small animal clinic located on Sydney’s leafy North Shore in Wahroonga, 25 minutes from the CBD.
Fox Valley Animal Hospital is a family owned and operated hospital of 3 vets, 3 nurses and 1 groomer.
We are a very friendly team who enjoy working together in a positive environment as well as enjoying a good coffee!
Our main clientele are cats and dogs but we also see a lot of wildlife too.
We support continuing education and a good work/life balance so there is no afterhours and we are closed Sundays and Public Holidays.
The suitable candidate will have:
- Cert IV Veterinary Nursing Certificate or equivalent
- At least 2 years experience in all areas of nursing
- Have great client communication skills
- Be able to work as part of a team as well as independently
- Competent in surgical nursing and anaesthesia
- Comfortable performing nursing consults
- Experience using in house pathology and digital radiography machines
- Experience with cornerstone is a bonus but not essential
If you would like to work with a great team, practicing great medicine for above award wages please send your CV and resume to foxvalleyanimalhospital@gmail.com or call Hannah on 0426 205 940
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, Rosebery (posted 11th May) Medicine Nurse
Medicine Vet Nurse – Sydney Veterinary Emergency and Specialists
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 a 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 dedicated 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 empathetic 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. 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 with 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 ongoing education allowances, including assessing to various online training opportunities.
- Regular nurse meetings.
- Setup and maintenance of equipment and assisting in performing joint taps, gut biopsy, CT and BAL, endoscopy and CSF taps.
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.
- Previous Medicine nurse experience desired but not compulsory
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.
Please apply online with your CV & Cover Letter.
RSPCA Yagoona, South-West Sydney (posted 11th May)
The RSPCA Yagoona is expanding and looking for superstar nurses to join our team!
What we can offer you:
- Work life balance, with our full-time nurses working 8 shifts a fortnight and your choice of working either 1 in two weekends or 1 in 4 weekends.
- A supportive management team with a vet nurse trainer to help you develop and grow.
- Lots of career progression opportunities – within the vet nursing field or the RSPCA as an organisation.
- A chance to work for an organisation that really makes a difference, chances to participate in community programs weeks away in rural NSW if you wish.
- Above award wages.
- An exciting work environment with an interesting and varied case load. Our nurses, once trained, are responsible for catheter placement, blood collection, anaesthesia induction and intubating.
- A cat friendly accredited clinic, purpose built with digital Xray, Ultrasound, Orthopaedic, Soft Tissue and Dental surgery rooms, Endoscope, ECG, Capnograph and more.
- We think the best team of Nurses, Vets, Receptionists and Animal Attendants in Sydney!
About you:
- You will be Cert IV qualified for a minimum of two years.
- You will love your job and be an enthusiastic team player.
- You are interested in developing your skills and learning on the job.
- You will be hardworking and have a positive attitude.
We are a friendly, enthusiastic, and hardworking team who pride ourselves on providing the best patient care for our Private, Shelter and Inspectorate Patients. Our nurses are highly valued within our organisation and are given lots of responsibility within our clinic team. As a team we ensure everyone has their one-hour lunch break, ideally together and we ensure that everyone gets home on time. We understand the importance of celebrating our team with in-house awards on vet nurse day and regular team lunches.
If you are interested in joining our nursing team, we would love to hear from you, to apply please email a resume and cover letter to Head Vet Nurse; Claire Richards, crichards@rspcansw.org.au
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, Rosebery (posted 11th May) Surgery Nurse
Surgical Vet nurse – Sydney Veterinary Emergency and Specialists
We are looking for a keen and amazing Nurse who has spent time in surgery at their clinic for the past 2 or more years.
Do you want to learn the surgical trade in a busy surgical department?
A successful candidate would have basic knowledge in anaesthetics and basic knowledge of commonly used Instruments. If you are wanting to move into specialist nursing and have a keen eye for aseptic technique and a willingness to learn, then we would love to meet you.
Our surgery service is growing, and we are seeking a motivated person to join the team. This person needs to be a team player, work well with others as well as be able to work autonomously, and can ensure the busy times on the surgery service run smoothly. To perform this role, you need to be highly organised and a forward planner, with excellent and clear communication skills.
About you:
- You will need to have a strong interest in surgical procedures and patient care.
- Previous referral surgical nursing experience is desirable, but not essential. Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are essential though!
- Have knowledge of a wide range of surgical procedures and pre-and post-operative patient care.
- Excellent small-animal handling skills
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient and client care
- Conduct yourself in a manner that exhibits professionalism, excellent customer service and empathy for our clients who are often facing difficult situations.
- Can work autonomously with exceptional time management skills.
- You can also work harmoniously with other members of the hospital team
- Strong work ethic and friendly attitude
- Experience in different sedation and anaesthesia techniques for sick and critically ill patients must be a part of your skillset.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Qualification: Certificate IV in Vet Nursing or Veterinary Technician degree with a minimum of four years’ experience.
- You have a willingness to learn
About the job:
- The surgery nurses are responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the surgical service. This involves assisting with the assessment of patients, planning the day for these patients while liaising with the clinician in charge and other services, setting up for and assisting in a range of specialist surgical procedures, CT, radiography, charting and more.
- Nursing skills: placing intravenous and urinary catheters; including intravenous, urinary, phlebotomy, running internal and organising external diagnostic tests, performing high-quality radiographs, anaesthetic (including intubation) and intensive care monitoring, pre/post-operative care and more. We expect active participation in working together as a team for the benefit 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 surgery nurse roster involves weekday and weekend shifts. Working some public holidays is a requirement of the position.
About Us:
- Our people are important to us. We want our workplace to be a happy, healthy place where team integrity and care is first and foremost. A well-functioning team who provide strong support for each other is essential to a happy environment.
- We aim to be leaders in our fields.
- Respect for patients, clients, referring vets and each other is an important part of our values.
- We like shiny gadgets and have all the usual/expected gadgets and then some.
- 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 our patients, treat clients with care and compassion whilst providing an enjoyable and supportive atmosphere for our staff.
Apply online with your CV & Cover Letter!
Allambie Vet, Sydney Northern Beaches (posted 7th May)
VET NURSES REQUIRED - FULL TIME
We are looking for an experienced vet nurse to join our crew.
Are you the kind of person who:
- Regards patient care as crucially important
- Enjoys a large amount of responsibility
- Enjoys a busy work environment
- Thrives under pressure and can remain composed
- Can prioritise tasks, while following strict protocols
- Can pre-empt and keep one step ahead of the vets
- Works well within a dynamic team environment
- Takes pride in making customers happy and ensuring their needs are met at all times
- Is self motivated
- Will contribute to a positive workplace environment
A little about us:
Our practice is well established on Sydney's Northern Beaches. We are a family operated practice. Technology is always evolving and we do our best to stay up to date with equipment that will offer our patients the outstanding care that they deserve. We are here to help the local community and their pets live happy, healthy, comfortable lives. We have a good nurse to vet ratio, and a great team of long standing staff of vets, nurses and administration.
Our ideal candidate can:
- Have experience monitoring anaesthetics
- Monitor and treat hospitalised patients under the guidance of the vets
- Communicate with vets about progress or concerns with patients
- Ensure patient records are complete and up to date on Smartflow and Rx Works
- Good knowledge of medical diseases and medical procedures
- Admit and discharge surgery and medical hospital patients
- Assist on Reception during busy periods
- Strong work ethic and commitment to the culture and values of Allambie Vet
Qualities we are looking for include:
- Minimum 2 year’s experience in small animal vet nursing
- Certificate IV in Vet Nursing qualified or equivalent
- Giving our patients individualised care that's expected during their visit to Allambie Vet
- Recognising and communicating with vets on progress or concerns with patients
- Having exceptional time management skills that keeps the clinic following smoothly during busy and stressful periods.
- Being accountable at all times
- Working in a challenging environment with a diverse case load
- Positive attitude coming to work everyday
- You must be totally reliable
- Have an interest in continuing education and furthering your skills
- Client and patient empathy during tough times
- Addressing clients appropriately, address their pet’s needs, understand their emotional situations/appreciate their emotional state when they come to Allambie Vet.
Full Time
- Hours on offer range from 35 – 40 per week and 1 in 4 weekends. Drivers License essential.
Please email your resume and cover letter to Natalie MacDonald
Email: natalie@allambievet.com.au
Animal Referral Hospital Homebush, Sydney (posted 7th May)
Oncology (Radiation) Nurse – Permanent Part-time Job Number: 0705
About us
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) is Sydney’s premier veterinary specialist referral hospital, offering a wide range of services to the public and referring Veterinarians. The Oncology service at Homebush is now recruiting for an experienced Nurse to join the team on a Part-time basis in a challenging yet highly rewarding role.
The role
An Oncology (Radiation) Nurse is a valued member of the ARH team. They play a critical role in the direct care of inpatient and outpatient pets with cancer. To ensure success, the successful candidate will be required to work closely and take direction from our Specialist Oncologist and Resident Veterinarians, carrying out duties that include but are not limited to:
- Laboratory sampling, imaging, chemotherapy and other medical treatments;
- Sedation and general anaesthesia;
- Sample and paperwork coordination for pathology laboratories and for studies;
- In-person and telephone communications with pet owners, staff in-house and at other veterinary practices, pathology laboratories and suppliers;
About you
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- Minimum 4 years’ Veterinary Nursing experience, ideally in a Specialist/Referral environment
- Sound knowledge and experience in advanced anaesthetic monitoring and management
- Outstanding interpersonal communication and team skills
- Confident animal handling skills
- Genuine interest in Oncology (radiation) therapy and committed to longevity in the role
- Passion for delivering consistently high standards of patient care
- Impeccable attention to detail at all times with an inbuilt habit of cross-checking work
- Self-motivation with the ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Experience in demonstrating professionalism and dedication during highs and lows
- Experience working with cytotoxic substances desirable but not essential
- Experience in using Rx Works and Smart flow desirable but not essential
- Full NSW drivers licence
Benefits and Perks
- Varied and interesting case load
- Ongoing learning and development
- Enjoy long-term relationships with patients and clients
- Be a part of regular service meetings and updates
- Access to a wide range of services in a large hospital
- 24/7 Reception staff and Animal Attendants allowing you to really focus on your role
- Large, supportive and highly experienced team of Nurses to network with
- State-of-the-art facilities
- Above award rates and shift loadings applicable
- Challenge and enhance your existing Veterinary Nursing skills
- Join a close-knit and mutually supportive team
- Free on-site parking and close to public transport
To apply
If this sounds like your next role, please apply by emailing your updated CV to: hbrecruitment@arhvets.com
Please quote job number 0705 in the subject of your email. Applicants must have at least two valid references.
Kanwal Veterinary Hospital, Central Coast (posted 7th May) Head Nurse
Are you a Unicorn?
If so, then please keep reading (although, you probably know what we’re going to say…or do you?).
We are actively seeking a unique individual to head up our team of magicians (well, actually nurses, but what they do on a daily basis is considered magical in our books!). Your role would involve the following:
- Clinical nursing
- Training the rising stars
- Rostering/HR Management
- Maintaining harmonious flow throughout the day
- 38 hour week
Your skillset:
- Certificate IV Vet Nursing, with at least 5 years’ clinical experience
- Motivate
- Inspire
- Introduce and embrace change to enhance patient and team welfare
- Support
- Encourage
- Kick arse (when required)
- Shower the clinic with rainbows (well, that would be great, but a bubbly personality with a can-do attitude will suffice instead!)
- Lead by example
We are a fully equipped, dynamic, progressive, independent, family-centric practice with a busy advanced surgery schedule and varied medical case load. Our nurses (magicians… remember!) are very much at the forefront of our clinic and we actively encourage continuing practical education to help them to help us be the best that we can be.
If this all sounds like too good an opportunity to pass up, please send us a copy of your resume, as well as a cover letter that includes answers to the following questions:
- What will you find fulfilling about this career?
- Tell us about a time in your life when your initiative caused a change to occur?
- How would a good friend describe you?
- What has been the best job you’ve ever had and what made it so good?
- How would you contribute to a high functioning team?
All applications are to be addressed to Tiana (our Practice Manager) at tiana@kanwalvet.com.au. We can’t wait to have you on our team!
For more information, see www.kanwalvet.com.au and
Helensburgh Veterinary Clinic, Sydney South, (posted 5th May)
Veterinary Nurse needed for maternity leave cover.
Helensburgh Veterinary Clinic is a family-owned busy small animal practice located 15 minutes south of Sydney. Our team are experienced, fun loving, kind and supportive. We are passionate about providing high quality patient and customer care. Our vision is to treat our team, clients, and their pets like family.
The role
- 6 months maternity leave cover with the potential to become permanent.
- 30 – 35 hours per week
- Above award wage
- You will be working in all areas of the clinic from surgery to customer care and everywhere in between.
- Starts in August but we have casual shifts available from now!
We are looking for an awesome nurse with:
- A certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- At least 3 years of experience
- Confidence in all areas of nursing
- A positive “can do” attitude.
- Exceptional organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work well within a team.
If you are looking for a supportive work family and a workplace you can use all your awesome nursing skills, then please email your cover letter and resume to: emily@austinmervet.com.au
Animal Referral Hospital Gosford, Central Coast (posted 4th May) ECC Vet Nurse
Emergency Veterinary Nurse
ARH Gosford NSW
An opportunity for a dedicated Emergency Veterinary Nurse to join the Animal Referral Hospital Gosford on a permanent full-time or part-time basis.
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) is a fabulous team of dedicated and hardworking individuals. We are a first-class facility with extensive up to date equipment and an exceptional team of specialist vets and nurses who practice best care for all their patients. Staff are friendly, supportive & knowledgeable. We are looking to add to our team of amazing Emergency and Critical Care nurses.
Location
Gosford boasts a relaxed lifestyle that comes with more than sandy beaches, State Forests and national Parks. A mild climate offers comfortable surrounds all year round. If you are looking for a more relaxed lifestyle or a sea change for true home life balance. Live on the beautiful Central Coast, and minutes from Terrigal, Avoca and Copacabana Beaches. Live the rural lifestyle near the ocean. The NSW Central Coast is located north of Sydney, with beautiful beaches lakes and forests, locals and visitors alike enjoy national parks, hiking trails, great camping and sandy coves. Surf at Wamberal, Soldiers or Pelican Beach, enjoy the local seafood or enjoy the local gourmet trail. Work life balance can be yours, and this region is great for growing families.
About You
Have you worked in ECC or Referral Medicine?
Or have extensive GP experience and wanting a change?
Are you a night owl and crave the adrenaline rush of Emergency?
Are you a team player, loving what you do and with lots of energy and enthusiasm?
If you can answer yes, then we would love to have you come and join us. We work very hard at saving lives. We also have great fun together both at work and socially.
We currently have vacancies for both part-time and full-time ECC nurses to work overnight, as well as rotating through evenings, daytime and weekends, to help us with our increasing caseload.
We have a great internal Continuing Education package for permanent nurses, pay above award and good shift penalties and always keep the kitchen stocked for late night bouts of hunger.
If this role interests you and you would like to become part of the ARH team, please submit your application, including a cover letter, resume and contact details for at least two referees, outlining your suitability against the criteria above to
Mel Mozley, Practice Manager
m.mozley@arhvets.com
ARH Gosford
8A/401 Manns Road
West Gosford NSW 2250
www.arhvets.com.au
Central Coast Veterinary Centre, North Wyong/Gosford (posted 4th May)
Central Coast Veterinary Centre lies 1hr north of Sydney & is looking for veterinary nurses. Up to 2 vet nurses will be considered.
The ideal candidates will have
- Excellent communication, reception skills & product knowledge.
- A keenness & enthusiasm to learn more & contribute to the team
- Time efficiency & multi-tasking skills
- The ability to learn quickly
- Excellent presentation & punctuality
- An emphasis on accuracy & attention to detail
- Ability to complete the task to a high standard
- A sense of humour, friendly, easy to get on with & show a kindness to the animals, staff & clients.
- Confidence in catheter placement, jugular venepuncture & anaesthesia or a keenness to learn these.
- Experience with the cornerstone software is a bonus. Otherwise excellent computer skills is essential.
Other alternate/substitute skills will also be considered.
Most important to us, is the ability to continue our great team-work within our centre and flexibility within that team to produce the highest quality care we can for the patient.
The Role
- Your main role will be to support the vets & liaise knowledgeably, accurately with the vets & clients.
- An all-rounder, who is open to being taught more would be a perfect candidate.
- There may be opportunity for those excelling in reception, to have a more front of house role.
Our Facility
Please click here to see photos!
- Please look at the pictures above to see our purpose built facilities
- We currently have two, small animal practices servicing the Central Coast.
- Digital Radiography & Dental Radiography
- Echocardiography dedicated machine, plus High quality Ultrasound machines in both practices
- Orthopaedic surgery (routine TTA's TPLO & fracture repair) Rabbit medicine & surgery with specific equipment for these cases
- In- House IDEXX Lab & I-stat electrolytes.
Please see the websites www.centralcoastvet.com.au and www.petimagingcentre.com.au for pictures.
Resumes and cover letters to jobs@centralcoastvet.com.au
Please confirm your application when you send it, by calling our reception on 02 4353 0200.
For more information, see
Vet HQ Double Bay, Sydney's Eastern Suburbs, (posted 4th May)
Full time Senior Veterinary Nurse
Vet HQ is currently seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced nurse to join our busy practice.
This role is full time Monday – Friday with the occasional weekend work.
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.
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
What we can offer you:
- A challenging and rewarding role.
- Continuing education
- A competitive salary
- A fun team environment
Salary is negotiable depending on experience. Please send your resume through to Kate at: kate@vethq.com.au
Scone Equine Hospital, Scone, Hunter Valley (posted 4th May)
Equine Surgery Nurse – Casual or Full Time
- Be part of Australia’s largest Equine Hospital with a large and varied case load.
- Work with experienced surgeons, nurses, and support people within a great team.
- Located in the beautiful Hunter Valley town of Scone, horse capital of Australia.
Surgery SEH
Our equine surgical unit is led by registered specialists and highly experienced equine surgeons trained to world-best standards. Veterinary anaesthetists, qualified nursing staff and veterinary interns support the surgeons as part of a co-ordinated team. Our 24 hour surgical service for SEH and referral clients is an essential component of the care we provide for critical cases such as those requiring colic surgery or caesarean section. There are approximately 1000 procedures undertaken annually, making this is one the busiest equine surgical facilities in Australia.
The Role
Scone Equine Hospital is seeking a Surgery Nurse for their busy surgical facility. This role is stimulating and fast paced but well supported by an experienced team of specialists, interns, nurses and a hospital coordinator. The successful applicant will be part of a strong team and will have a passion for providing high quality patient care, customer service and will demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation and excellent communication skills. This position will also include a component of flexi-nursing roles within the practice. This would suit both early-in-career nurses and experienced nurses looking to take the next step in their equine nursing careers by gaining experience in a high case load hospital. There is also an on-call component to this role.
The Culture
Our vision at Scone Equine Hospital is to have the best patient care and be the best place to work.
Skills and experience
- Qualifications or experience in equine nursing desirable but not essential.
- Experience in working with a variety of horses desirable but not essential.
- Enthusiasm, motivation, and passion for patient care are a must.
- Strong teamwork and the ability to work autonomously.
Benefits
- Support from senior nurses and on-site coordinator.
- Increase your skills and competencies with leading Surgical Specialists.
- Full training and education for the role is provided.
- Casual and/or Full-Time contracts available with paid penalty rates e.g., shift allowances and overtime.
- Assistance with accommodation can be discussed upon application
Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter to: surgery@sconeequine.com.au or
Scone Equine Hospital
Attn: Surgery
PO Box 280
Scone NSW 2337
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists, Rosebery (posted 3rd May) ECC Vet Nurse
Full Time and Part Time ECC Vet Nurse
About Us:
Sydney Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is a 1000m2 purpose-built facility situated in Rosebery who in the last 8 years of operation has expanded exponentially in all our services. Along with our exceptional hospital team, we have state of the art equipment which helps us provide the absolute best care for our patients. 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 Thursdays and 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 evolve with us, embrace our ideals and who are 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
- 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.
- Support of our amazing animal attendant team
- 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.
- Have a love for animal care and respect clients and the emotional situation they are often in when visiting a veterinary hospital.
- Great time management skills
- Must have a current Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technician Bachelor Degree. For emergency nurse positions, experience in emergency and or referral practice is desirable but not essential.
- Be competent in the basic nursing skill set. List of skills for be provided on application
- 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 environment where we share the mutual goal of exceptional patient and client care. We work hard to give you work-life balance and when you are at work you feel you are an important part of a large, friendly, fun-loving team.
If you are interested in this position, please apply online via the link https://vet.partners/careers/?p=job%2FokoQdfwv
Southern Cross Veterinary Clinics, St Peters (posted 30th April)
We are looking for a full-time/part time/casual experienced vet nurse to join our professional vet clinic.
DO you love massages at work, enjoy a weekly fresh fruit to boost your nutrition (and a healthier option to snack on!) and weekly free lunches? While we offer all the tech that you would expect the most modern hospital to have, just like you, there is more to our clinic than just being a great vet... Do you want to work for a company that genuinely cares as much about work/life balance as you do? How about a management team that rewards you with weekends away and RAOK (random acts of kindness)? We also offer "Doona day" to staff to take a mental health day off and spend it on self-care.
We’re a family owned, community focused, modern clinic. We offer ultrasound, CT, digital x-ray, MRI and all the latest technology including Ligasure and Cayman surgical handpieces. Our clients are fantastic – 75% are insured!
Please see photos here
We have a culture for innovation and routinely welcome new ideas for improving animal welfare outcomes for our patients.
Convenient inner-city locations near bustling Newtown. Plenty of underground parking makes it easy to get to work, public transport is very accessible too - bus stops outside our clinic and train station about 6 mins walk. We are also right across the street from beautiful Sydney Park where you can enjoy your lunch and take your dog for a play!
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 1 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.
- Be willing to work across 3 locations.
Desirable Criteria:
- Surgical nursing experience preferred.
- Driver’s license preferred.
- Happy to work 1 in 3 weekends.
Perks:
- 'Weight gain Wednesday' lunches provided by management
- Fresh fruit each week
- Management that encourages your growth through training and development.
- Open dog policy meaning we welcome you to bring your pets to work every day!
- Help homeless people's pets through our charity Project HoPe.
To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your skills that match our criteria to: cindy@southerncrossvet.com.au
See our website https://southerncrossvet.com.au/
Abbotsbury Veterinary Clinic, Western Sydney (posted 30th April)
Casual Experienced Vet Nurse needed to cover various shifts.
Approximately 3 shifts a week with view to offer full time hours for the right applicant.
We are busy small animal clinic that believes in excellent patient care in a warm and caring environment. The applicant must be able to work in a team environment have the right attitude and be willing to provide the best care to our patients.
Contact Dr Patricia Carnovale on
abbotsburyvetcontact@gmail.com
See our website www.localvet.com.au/abbotsbury
Abbotsbury Veterinary Clinic, Shop 5 60/68 Stockdale Cres, Abbotsbury NSW 2176
Sydney Animal Hospitals, Avalon (posted 30th April)
Experienced Casual/Full Time 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/full time position in our growing hospital. The position includes flexible working hours with reasonable weekend shifts. There is also an opportunity for increased hours at our Northern Beaches branch.
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
Above award wage for the right candidate!
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://sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au/contact/avalon/
Veterinary Specialists of Sydney (VSOS), Miranda, South Sydney (posted 29th April)
Veterinary Nurses - Full Time or Part Time
VSOS is growing rapidly and we have several exciting opportunities for full-time or part-time Veterinary Nurses to join our brand new purpose-built specialist and emergency hospital in the south of Sydney. At Veterinary Specialists of Sydney (VSOS) everything we do is based upon the belief in our team. This belief centres on treating our staff, clients and referring veterinarians as part of our VSOS family and strive to deliver the best outcomes every single time. If your wish is to join a family-like culture, then please reach out to us.
About us:
You will be based in our state-of-the-art 24hr emergency and specialist hospital which has a brand new 1.5T MRI, 64 slice CT, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, digital radiology and ultrasound just to name a few. At the Advanced Treatment Centre (ATC) we are passionate about providing high-quality, cutting-edge care and pride ourselves at being innovative and leaders in our profession.
The ideal candidate will have an open mind, be adaptable, willing to learn, be a team-player and have great communication skills. We love to work as a team and bounce ideas off one-another; sharing of knowledge, technique and experience with each other is vital.
Duties:
- Providing high quality nursing care; collecting vitals, recognising trends, physical exams
- Triage incoming patients through ER
- Communicate clearly with doctors, owners and all staff
- Assist with diagnostic testing including sample collection, catheter placement, venipuncture, radiography, submitting and running lab work
- Ensuring documentation is accurate and complete
- Potential to assist with various procedures as needed
Hours:
- Various shifts available: weekdays, weekends and nights
About you:
- Certificate IV nursing is essential with a minimum of 4 years in-hospital experience
- Prefer experience in working in an emergency setting, but not required
- A strong interest in emergency medicine
- Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Team player
- Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
The benefits:
Remuneration for a suitably qualified emergency vet nurse will be above average. We value a great work life balance and flexibility!
Please visit: www.VSOS.com.au
For consideration please email your CV and cover letter to: HR@vsos.com.au or feel free call 02 8376 8767 for an informal chat.
Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre, North East NSW (posted 28th April)
Equine Nurse – Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre (full time)
- Experienced team of veterinarians, nurse and support people
- Offering variety of nursing in assisted reproduction, surgery, hospital and out calls
- Beautifully located in Tamworth, NSW.
Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre
Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre is a full service equine hospital located in Tamworth, the heart of the New South Wales north west Pleasure and Performance Horse region. The practice offers Specialist Assisted Reproduction services; Surgery and Intensive Care for horses in our hospital and provides a comprehensive On Farm service to our equine clients in the region.
The Role
The Equine Nurse position is a full time permanent position. You are well supported by an experienced team of veterinarians, visiting specialists, nurse and support team. This is a Monday – Friday role with occasional weekend work required.
The Culture
Our vision is to be the best at patient care and the best place to work.
Skills and experience
- Has experience in Veterinary Nursing, specifically with horses
- Experience in working with a variety of horses
- Prioritise and work effectively within a team
Benefits
- Full time fixed term position
- Varied and interesting role with support for development
- Peer support from experienced nurse
- CPD allowance and paid study leave
Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter to kerrie.ebbeck@tamworthequine.com.au, or:-
Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre
King George Avenue
Tamworth NSW 2340
Scone Veterinary Hospital, Hunter Valley (posted 28th April)
Equine Hospital Nurse (various roles) – Clovelly ICU, Scone
- Be part of Australia’s largest Equine Hospital
- Experienced medicine specialists, surgeons, nurses, and support people working with you
- Located in the beautiful Hunter Valley town of Scone, horse capital of Australia.
Clovelly ICU
The Intensive Care Unit at Clovelly Stables has a large team of specialist veterinarians, interns, nurses, and barn crew working together to provide 24-hour care for critically ill neonates, adults, and post-operative patients. Approximately 1000 patients are seen annually, including a high caseload of neonatal and adult medicine and post-surgical cases.
The Role
There are a variety of nursing roles that are stimulating and fast paced but well supported by an experienced team of specialists, interns, nurses and a hospital coordinator. These positions would suit both early-in-career nurses and experienced nurses looking to take the next step in their equine nursing careers and to gain experience in a high case load hospital.
The Culture
Our mantra is “At Clovelly we are a positive dedicated family, committed to the best patient care”. Our vision is to be the best at patient care and the best place to work.
Skills and Experience
- Qualifications or experience in equine nursing
- Experience in working with a variety of horses
- Enthusiasm, motivation, and passion for patient care
- Strong teamwork and the ability to work autonomously.
Benefits
- Peer group support, senior nurses and on-site manager
- Increase your skills and competencies with leading Internal Medicine Specialists
- Full training and education for the roles is provided.
- Flexible seasonal roster with paid penalty rates e.g., shift allowances and overtime.
Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter to icu@sconeequine.com.au or
Scone Equine Hospital
Attn: Clovelly
PO Box 280
Scone NSW 2337
www.sconeequinehospital.com.au
Greencross Vets, Mortdale (posted 28th April)
Veterinary Nurse
Mortdale NSW
An opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our practice at Greencross Mortdale on a full-time or part-time basis.
Our practice is growing, and we require more help to keep up with the current case load and to be able to continue to provide excellent patient and client care.
Our great Mortdale clinic is a 100% small animal practice. We see predominantly dogs and cats and the occasional pocket pet.
We have a great client base with regular and loyal clientele. Mortdale is a busy practice with exposure to a variety of medical and surgical cases. We have a visiting surgeon for orthopaedics that we call in as required. The clinic is well-equipped with digital x-rays, ultrasound, iM3 Elite Dental suite, dental x-rays, laser machine, full internal lab to run CBC, electrolytes and biochemistry, multi-parameter monitoring devices, blood pressure monitoring, separate dog, cat and isolation wards, full surgical suite and more.
We are a friendly bunch who love to have fun while working. We are ready for an enthusiastic experienced Vet Nurse to join our diverse and supportive team.
About the role
- You will work on a rotating roster and be exposed to both Nursing and reception duties. All our Nurses share and rotate between surgical nursing, medical nursing and reception. All our Nurses work on a rotating weekend roster system and the weekend shifts are divided up between the staff.
- Responsible for helping upskill Junior Nursing Team in all aspects of Nursing
- Exposure to a busy practice that will ensure your Nursing skills are not wasted and you can practice them every day
- Help with delivery and ensure patient care is upheld
- Work with a great team that all get along well and are like family
Come join our Mortdale Team
- We are a happy and engaged team that support one another
- We all share in a professional attitude towards our work and ensure we uphold exceptional client and patient care
- You will have the support of a large Team to be able to collaborate with
- Exposure to a wide variety of medical and surgical Nursing
- Busy practice with great clients
- We continually try to be innovative to ensure we are offering the best we can to our clients and patients
What will you bring?
- A motivated and passionate nurse that loves coming to work each day
- 3 or more years of experience
- Help with upskilling junior nurses
- Experience in both surgical and medical nursing
- Someone with high attention to detail and can multi-task
- Ability to deal with a varying workload and be able to prioritise work tasks
- Accountable and reliable
- Great customer service skills and be able to build rapport with our clients
- Help with driving our clinic initiatives and goals
We Offer
- Choose from a full-time or part-time role
- We offer a great continuing education program year round
- Yearly symposium with a large selection of Nursing courses or management courses to choose from
- We support career growth and development
- Opportunities to move up the ladder in your career
- Large support network of Nurses and Vets to be able to collaborate with and learn from
- We work closely with Petbarn to provide clients with comprehensive and great client and patient experience
- We ensure our team has a good work/life balance
- Opportunity to move into specialist Nursing within the network
If this sounds like the role for you, please email your CV and cover letter outlining your suitability to:
Melissa Jeffcoat, Practice Manager
melissa.jeffcoat@greencrossvet.com.au
Greencross Vets Punchbowl, South-West Sydney (posted 27th April)
Head Veterinary Nurse
Punchbowl NSW
An opportunity exists for a Head Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our Punchbowl Clinic on a full-time basis.
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 170 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.
Please click here to see photos!
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!
About Your New Role
- 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
- Mentoring and coaching a team of veterinary nurses
About You
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 2 years of experience
- 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
- Leadership opportunity
- Permanent full-time role
- 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 in line with your 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 criteria above to:
Melissa Jeffcoat: melissa.jeffcoat@greencrossvet.com.au
Vets @ Acacia Gardens, Western Sydney (posted 27th April)
Experienced Vet Nurse – Full-time
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. We are now looking for that special someone to help with our growing client base and join our highly dedicated, supportive team which includes 5 veterinarians, 10 nurses.
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 with at least 1 years paid experience
- have excellent time management skills
- be driven to provide great patient care
- have the ability to remain level-headed even when under pressure
- have confident and professional communication skills
- have a positive, can-do attitude
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
- Assisting with consults
- Nurse Consults
The role and benefits:
- Pay is Above award
- 4 weeks annual leave
- 38 hours per week with mixed shifts mostly Mon-Fri but occasional weekend hours may be required
- Supportive work environment
Please send your application to info@acaciagardensvet.com.au Attn: Clare.
Bondi House Vet, Sydney's Eastern Suburbs (posted 27th April)
Part Time Veterinary Nurse
- Part-time, flexible hours ($25-40 p/h)
- Ability to Work from Home
- Immediate start
- Work hours to suit childcare, school drop offs
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Part Time Veterinary Nurse to join the Bondi House Vet Practice. Bondi House Vet is a boutique mobile veterinary practice that provides a premium house call services to the Eastern suburbs of Sydney.
We are looking for an experienced Vet Nurse with excellent communication and customer service skills to join the practice. Ideally, a minimum of 5-10 years experience.
Ability to work unsupervised helping with cases, reminders, records and building rapport with clients over the phone. You will be working alongside a forward thinking Vet who provides outstanding and customised pet care - our goal is all about servicing our clients in the best possible way.
The role will involve client communication, compassionate client support and organising practice logistics and there is an opportunity to make this role your own (5-15 hours per week). There is an option for attending mobile house calls with the Vet, for those living near Bondi, or it can be entirely remote with face to face brunch meetings once a month.
If this sounds like the job for you, please address a cover letter describing your suitability for the position(and relevant experience), to Dr Rafael Perez-Dye at info@bondihousevet.com.au, or via sms on 0414 222 008.
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