Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - SA and Tasmania
Forth Valley Veterinary Clinic, North-West TAS (posted 9th September) Surgical Nurse Coordinator
Surgical Nurse Coordinator - Forth Valley Vet Clinic - (Forth, Tasmania)
Are you passionate about all things surgical and ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career?
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and motivated Surgical Nurse Coordinator to join our dynamic team at a privately owned small animal practice.
What we can Offer You
- A positive and supportive team culture. A team whose core values include a belief in exceptional standards of patient care and client experience.
- Personal Wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Your mental health & wellbeing is important to us and we prioritise work life balance.
- A 2025 move to a new state-of-the-art hospital. Dedicated zones for all toys and a design focused on sustainability, mental health, and well-being.
- Opportunity to work with great clients every day.
- Being part of a locally-owned clinic that also supports our local community through our wildlife charity Tasmania Wildlife Hospital.
- Ongoing training and support and professional development/annual CPD allowance.
- Annual gym membership, National parks pass and employee staff discounts.
About the Role Requirements
- 4 Day working week and shared Saturdays and afterhours roster.
- Full time/part time considered for the right candidate.
- Completion of Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing required.
- Minimum of 2 years full-time experience as a qualified nurse.
- Highly Desirable: Previous experience as a surgical nurse is highly regarded.
- Highly Desirable: Diploma of Veterinary Nursing - Surgical.
About You
- A keen interest in surgery & desire to work closely with our patients throughout their journey.
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures & monitoring anaesthesia.
- An ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Confidence working in a business environment.
- A calm, friendly, team player attitude.
- Great communication and customer service skills.
- An empathetic, caring nurse that always advocates for their patient.
- A great sense of humour and a commitment to high standards of work.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Keep a keen eye on day-to-day workflow and assist the head nurse in ensuring the team is operating efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to work well autonomously and within a team environment.
- Policy implementation and process improvement.
- Coaching and mentoring across nursing teams.
- Collaborating with the team to ensure high standards of patient care.
- Enthusiasm for continuous learning and ongoing education beyond formal work commitments.
Our Location: Forth Tasmania
With a reputation for great food and the cleanest air in the world our Island state offers a unique blend of cityscapes, coastal towns and stunning landscapes from breathtaking coastlines to majestic forests and crystalline lakes. Envied by many, experience the amazing work-life balance and exceptional lifestyle that Tasmania offers.
From wilderness tracks through Cradle Mountain to sunset beers in Ulverstone. From stunning waterfall walks to a vibrant café culture and gorgeous local beaches. Our stunning North West Coast and nearby city spaces await you. Plus super easy access to mainland OZ.
Learn More:
Visit Our Career Page : https://www.forthvet.com.au/surgical-nurse-coordinator
It’s time to get in touch!
Contact our Practice Manager Kim for a confidential discussion 📧 kim@forthvet.com.au or
Ph (03) 6428 2703.
Forth Valley Veterinary Clinic, North-West TAS (posted 9th September)
Senior Nurse Role - Forth Valley Vet Clinic - (Forth, Tasmania)
Are you looking for a new adventure or role that offers you a more rewarding career as a Senior Vet Nurse? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Nurse to join our team in our privately owned small animal practice.
What we can Offer You
- A positive, collaborative and supportive team culture. A team whose core values include a belief in exceptional standards of patient care and client experience.
- Personal Wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Your mental health & wellbeing is important to us and we prioritise work life balance.
- A 2025 move to a new state-of-the-art hospital. Dedicated zones for all toys and a design focused on sustainability, mental health, and well-being.
- Opportunity to work with great clients every day, local community through our wildlife charity Tasmania Wildlife Hospital.
- Ongoing training and support and professional development/annual CPD allowance
- Annual gym membership, National parks pass and employee staff discounts.
- Varied and interesting small animal caseload and wildlife patient opportunities too if that interests you.
Please click here to see photos!
About the Role Requirements
- 4 Day working week and shared Saturdays and afterhours roster.
- Full time/part time considered for the right candidate.
- Completed a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Equivalent Experience Required.
- A minimum of 2 years, full-time experience as a qualified nurse.
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures & monitoring anaesthesia.
- An ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
- Confidence working in a business environment.
- A calm, friendly, team player attitude.
- Great communication and customer service skills.
- An empathetic, caring nurse that always advocates for their patient.
- A great sense of humour and a commitment to high standards of work.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work well autonomously and within a team environment.
- Ability to support policy implementation and process improvement.
- Mentoring across nursing teams.
- Collaborating with the team to ensure high standards of patient care.
- Enthusiasm for continuous learning and ongoing education beyond formal work commitments.
Our Location: Forth Tasmania
With a reputation for great food and the cleanest air in the world our Island state offers a unique blend of cityscapes, coastal towns and stunning landscapes from breathtaking
coastlines to majestic forests and crystalline lakes. Envied by many, experience the amazing work-life balance and exceptional lifestyle that Tasmania offers.
From wilderness tracks through Cradle Mountain to sunset beers in Ulverstone. From
stunning waterfall walks to a vibrant café culture and gorgeous local beaches. Our stunning
North West Coast and nearby city spaces await you. Plus super easy access to mainland OZ.
Learn More:
Visit Our Career Page: https://www.forthvet.com.au/senior-nurse-role
It’s time to get in touch!
Contact our Practice Manager Kim for a confidential discussion 📧 kim@forthvet.com.au or
Ph (03) 6428 2703.
RSPCA SA, O'Halloran Hill, Southern Adelaide SA (posted 4th September) Senior Vet Nurse
Senior Vet Nurse x 2 - Full-time
About Us:
RSPCA is Australia’s best known and most respected animal welfare organisation, working tirelessly to prevent animal cruelty, caring for over 9,000 animals in South Australia every year. We are animal protectors, carers and guardians and bring solace to the abandoned, surrendered and injured. We offer shelter, education, medical attention and love to help animals in need find loving forever homes. We advocate for the humane treatment of all living creatures and we are the only charity empowered by State Parliament to prosecute perpetrators of animal cruelty and neglect.
About The Role:
As a Senior Vet Nurse at RSPCA South Australia, you will lead by example in promoting and maintaining a positive safety culture within the workplace. You will be responsible for adhering to workplace health and safety policies, identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing risk control measures to ensure the safety of yourself and others. Your role will involve assisting veterinarians with radiographs, surgeries, examinations, and treatments, maintaining hygiene standards, and ensuring the highest level of care for hospitalized animals.
We are looking for 2 Senior Vet Nurses to work over a 7 day roster so flexibility is a must.
Responsibilities
- Act as liaison between Veterinarians, members of the public and animal care employees.
- Maintain hygiene by cleaning and disinfecting animal cages, floors, bench tops, triage and consulting rooms and surgeries to correct protocols.
- Assist veterinarians with surgery, examinations, consultations, and treatments.
- Carry out consultations.
- Successfully care for hospitalised animals; including pain management, fluid therapy, wound management, feeding and cleaning.
- Accurately calculate, prepare, and administer medications, including anaesthetics, as per veterinary instructions.
- Monitoring patient anaesthesia, advise Veterinarian immediately of concerns.
- Maintain stock control levels in treatment rooms, consult rooms and vet centre of specialised care food, medicines, bandages, cotton wool, syringes and other surgical equipment.
- Perform routine diagnostic medical and laboratory tests, e.g., urine, faecal and blood tests. This includes gathering the samples.
- Complete accurate animal record keeping into relevant databases and other established record management systems within the specified timeframe.
- Assist with postmortem, when required.
- Perform accurate and satisfactory post-operative care to animal in vet services.
- Clean, maintain and store surgical instruments, equipment and supplies to the correct protocols.
- Assist with offsite inspectorate operations to assist with health examinations, care and record keeping, when required.
- Assist the provision of humane and safe euthanasia services, as required.
- Undertake additional duties to meet operational requirements as requested by Vet Nursing Manager.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience in a veterinary or animal care setting.
- Vet Nurse qualification.
- Strong understanding of workplace health and safety policies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform and supervise a wide range of veterinary nursing tasks.
- Proficient in record-keeping and database management.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and high standards of animal care.
If you are passionate about animal welfare, have experience in veterinary nursing, and are ready to take on a leadership role, we would love to hear from you!
Please note: Due to the expected high number of applications only those shortlisted will be contacted
Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a veterinary nurse?
- Have you completed a qualification in veterinary nursing?
How To Apply:
Email hr@rspcasa.org.au with the subject heading of "Senior Vet Nurse".
www.rspca.org.au/services/shelters
Mowbray Veterinary Clinic, Launceston TAS (posted 28th August) Head Nurse
Job Title: Head Veterinary Nurse
Location: Mowbray, Launceston Tasmania
Company: Mowbray Veterinary Clinic
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (76 hrs per fortnight)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
About Us:
We are a reputable veterinary clinic committed to providing exceptional care to our furry friends and their loving owners. Our team is dedicated to creating a compassionate and supportive environment where both pets and people feel valued and respected.
Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic team. As the Head Veterinary Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in leading our nursing team, ensuring the smooth operation of clinical services, and maintaining the highest level of patient care and supporting pet owners.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, making a positive impact on the lives of animals and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and manage the veterinary nursing team.
- Oversee the daily operations of the nursing department, ensuring efficiency and excellence in patient care.
- Development and implementation of clinical protocols and procedures as needed.
- Coordinate and manage the nursing/reception roster to always ensure adequate cover.
- Support the veterinary surgeons during consultations, surgeries, and procedures.
- Ensure the maintenance and cleanliness of surgical and clinical areas.
- Provide training and support for nursing staff and kennel hands.
- Maintain accurate patient records and manage stock control.
- Promote a positive and collaborative working environment.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN), Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing or similar with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a clinical setting.
- Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role is essential.
- Strong knowledge of veterinary procedures, protocols, and patient care.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a dynamic team.
- Passion for animal welfare and a commitment to providing high-quality care.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options when possible.
How to Apply:
If you are a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Nurse with leadership experience, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience and why you would be a great fit for our team to: practicemanager@mowbrayvet.com.au by COB Wednesday 11 September 2024.
Join our team and help us continue to deliver the best possible care to our patients and their owners!
Check us out at mowbrayvet.com.au or 
Vetsfirst, Riverport Veterinary Hospital, Goolwa SA (posted 27 August)
Qualified Veterinary Nurse
Veterinary Nurses are responsible for supporting Veterinary Surgeons in providing excellent standards of care in medically assessing, diagnosing and treating animals presented to the clinic.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Client Care
- Provide Clinical Assistance
- Continuous Education
- General Admin, Record Keeping and OH&S
Client Care
- Manage the flow of clients and pets through the clinic. Take appointment bookings, manage arrivals and departures in the waiting room, monitor clients going into and coming out of consults, take payments and organise follow-up as directed.
- Build strong relationships with clients and provide excellent client service, including always using pet’s name/correct sex; give pats, compliments and treats; offer written material wherever possible; help pets and clients to feel as relaxed as possible during visits.
- Ensure there is someone at the front desk at all times, greet clients within 15 seconds and answer phones within three rings.
- Prepare correspondence and accounts, ensure accurate billing and clear communication with clients.
- Communicate with owners of hospital patients regularly.
- Provide grief support to clients, and support team members when needed.
- Promote preventative health care and the Best for Pet program to all clients.
- Promote premium pet foods or, where necessary, prescription diets.
- Ensure every client receives a case follow-up within five days from an appropriate team member; this may involve a recall or revisit.
- Ensure the reminder system is up to date and active and that correct standards of care are being followed.
- Observe the required standards of care in the delivery of nursing, reception services and client liaison.
- Respond appropriately to client feedback (positive and negative).
- Ensure cleanliness of waiting room and consult room.
Clinical Assistance
- Support vets during consults and surgical procedures. Set up equipment; be proactive based on the client history or procedure.
- Advise vets of any special cases (ie an appointment for a pet over the age of seven not yet on a seniors plan) prior to the consult.
- Assist vets with animal restraint, taking samples, radiographic routines and preparing and caring for patients (pre- and post-operative).
- Perform team consults where appropriate.
- Promote great dental care by discussing tooth brushing/dental treats/prescription diets, recommending regular dental checks, providing handouts or, where appropriately trained, performing nurse dental checks.
- Plan daily work routines, coordinate clinic admissions and hospital patients. Ensure clear communication through organising admission forms and hospital sheets. Perform and record TPRs on hospital patients, manage surgery list and monitor anaesthetic records.
About you
- Passionate and committed to Continuous Education
- Ensure you stay current with industry trends and learning; maintain memberships and attend seminars and workshops. Disseminate information to rest of team.
- Work closely with your Practice Manager on your areas for development.
- Share experiences, draw on peers and contribute to a network of knowledge throughout VetPartners.
- Training of trainees or new hires to VetPartners standards.
General Duties
- Keep all client details up to date, assist vets with histories.
- Maintain good relationships with suppliers and sales representatives.
- Toilet, clean and feed hospital cases, clean and dress wounds, ensure pets are comfortable.
- Clean theatre and prep areas; clean, pack and autoclave all surgical kits.
- Label pathology samples correctly and complete schedules.
- Administer the PMS and liaise with support if required.
- Support growth of the business and of other VetPartners clinics. When referrals are necessary, promote VetPartners clinics/hospitals when it is in the best interest of the pet.
- Contribute to stock control procedures.
- Ensure all equipment is maintained in good working order. Advise Lead Vet Surgeon immediately of any faulty or damaged equipment.
- Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace; take responsibility for your own safety.
- Observe excellent cleanliness and hygiene throughout clinic.
- Adhere to all VetPartners policies and procedures.
- Support your team members and foster a positive and friendly work environment.
- Perform your duties with integrity and respect.
- Maintain security of clinic, company property (including cash and invoices), client property. Ensure pets are always restrained in a safe and secure manner.
Behavioural Competencies
- Self-management
- Sets an example
- Earning credibility
- Communicates comprehensively
- Establishes relationships
- Navigating through the organisation
- Embraces change
- Knows our business
Skills, specifications and experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Calm, compassionate and professional demeanour.
- Attention to detail and excellent time management.
- Responsible, organized, self-directed and efficient.
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Colonel Light Veterinary Clinic, Inner SE Adelaide, SA (posted 27th August)
Permanent Veterinary Nurse Position Available - up to 38 hours per week
We are expanding our team. We are looking to hire a wonderful all-rounder Vet Nurse / Vet Tech to assist in all areas of the clinic. Animal Science Graduates and Veterinary Technician graduates please apply.
This is a permanent position involving up to 38 hours per week. The successful applicant would be someone who is flexible and potentially able to work every second Saturday morning.
Remuneration is above award and commensurate with experience. The clinic is open weekdays from 7:30 am to 7:30 pm and 7:30am to 1:30pm on Saturdays, with no Sunday or after-hours work required. We are looking for a veterinary nurse to join our team of 7 Vets and 11 Nurses. The hours are usually either a morning or afternoon shift, allowing plenty of time outside of work, to enjoy your other interests.
With the ability to include reception work, surgical nursing, hospital nursing and potentially puppy pre-school, the role is varied and allows for plenty of scope for personal development catering to the strengths, experiences and interests of the individual.
Our clinic is busy with an interesting mix of medical and surgical cases where our Vets are supported by a group of amazing, dedicated nurses. We are independently owned and have the privilege of a long-standing relationship within our community, having provided our services for over 50 years. We pride ourselves on building and maintaining strong relationships with our clients and are all dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. There are no KPI's or sales targets, just good customer service and teamwork.
The clinic is very well equipped with the latest digital radiography, digital dental radiography, endoscopy, ultrasound, electrocautery, anaesthetic monitoring equipment, in house IDEXX Catalyst pathology and integrated Cornerstone software. Our team of Vets range in experience from new graduate level through to 30+ years.
We are located in the inner south-eastern suburbs of Adelaide, and we refer to a number of after hours and specialist centres when necessary. Whilst most of our work is with dogs and cats there is occasional work with exotics and wildlife.
If our practice sounds like what you are looking for, please contact Dr Zoe Wearing at: accounts@colonellightvet.com
We look forward to meeting with you.
Visit: www.colonellightvet.com.au
Vet In The Hills, Woodside, Eastern Adelaide Hills, SA (posted 23rd August)
Experienced Vet Nurse - Full Time
Are you looking for a change? Coming back into the industry after some time off? Wanting to be part of a fabulous team where you are genuinely appreciated by both your boss and clients?
Vet In The Hills is a small independent practice based in the Adelaide hills looking for a Cert 4 qualified (or equivalent experienced) nurse for full time hours, although part time hours may be considered if there is flexibility to cover some evenings until 6.30pm.
Woodside is 30mins from the bottom of the freeway, with amazing food and wine within walking distance of the clinic! It has the country community feel, without being out of reach of referral if needed, making it the perfect spot for seeing the odd alpaca or sheep mixed in with the day-to-day small animals.
Our clinic is a beautiful old building which has been renovated into a homely feeling clinic and that is how we want our patients to feel, at home.
So if you have the qualifications, or experience and are interested then please do reach out to: zoe@vetinthehills.com.au for a confidential chat about what we can offer.
Magill Village Vet, East Adelaide SA (posted 21st August) Vet Nurse Experienced with Leadership Skills
Experienced veterinary nurse with leadership skills
We are building a new Veterinary Hospital in Magill which will be opening March 2025, and are excited to offer an outstanding opportunity for a new person to join in the adventure.
At the moment we are still at St Bernard’s Road Veterinary Clinic are looking for an experienced nurse with leadership skills to upskill our team (full time or part time) to help them negotiate the crazy day to day that is veterinary practice as we know it.
St Bernards Road Veterinary Clinic is a privately-owned small animal veterinary clinic located in Adelaide, east of the city.
We have a great management team managing the business and we have a great team looking after our people and their pets, but we need somebody to provide day to day leadership and be prepared to get their hands dirty with an opportunity to contribute to the management team moving to the new hospital.
Do you have?
- A positive, hardworking attitude
- A passion for the industry, your role, our clients, and patients
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Initiative and attention to detail
- Professionalism and integrity
- A team focused attitude
- Problem solving skills
- Good time management
Sumo and Freckle (and their people) would really love to have a chat to you if you think that this is an opportunity that you would like to explore.
All expressions of interest can be directed to Kerin: kerin@stbernardsvet.com.au
Website: www.stbernardsvet.com.au and www.magillvillagevet.com.au
Applications will remain confidential.
Riverland Vet Practice, Berri, SA (posted 20th August)
Qualified Veterinary Nurse/Technician
We are on the hunt for our next qualified, permanent part time Vet Nurse/Tech to join our team!
What do we have to offer? Well, we have all the bells and whistles (we are an accredited Veterinary Hospital). We have the tourism attractions. We have great food and wine. There is even a coffee shop right across the road from our main Hospital.
We are a fast-paced mixed animal practice with a 24-hour Emergency Hospital located in Berri with 4 out-clinics in other Riverland towns. You will work alongside vets with varied special interests to help you advance your skills and be supported by a highly skilled nursing and reception team.
Whilst there is cleaning to do, you will be required to put your skills and knowledge to use, performing a large array of nursing duties including:
- Admissions/discharges
- I/V catheters
- Blood draws
- Intubation
- Patient preparation
- Anaesthetic monitoring
- Scale and polishing, assisting with dental radiographs
- Assisting with radiographs
- Scrubbing into complicated surgeries
- Assisting with orthopaedic surgery
- Assisting with large animals
- Invoicing patients
- Administering medications
- Nurse consultations
- Nurse triage consultations
We roster dedicated receptionists, so that our nurses can be nurses, however we all pitch in and help when required. We also have a strong focus for continued education and professional development for all staff, giving every staff member the opportunity to attend conferences and workshops.
Not only are we looking for a candidate with a minimum Cert IV qualification and 2 years experience, but we are also looking for personality. A positive personality with high levels of emotional intelligence, good communication skills, high work ethic, and will fit in with our culture. The ideal candidate will be included in our roster of day shifts, afternoon shifts, weekends and public holidays. Rotating after hours on call and weekend shifts are required as part of this position.
So if you would like to continue your career knowing that you will get opportunities for growth and development, being able to practise something different each day, grow your passions, and be well supported by everyone, then please send your details to Stacey at assistantmanager@rivvet.com.au
To see clinic photos click here
Findon Vet Surgery & Seaton Vet Centre, North West Adelaide, SA (posted 20th August)
Permanent Part Time Position for Vet Nurse
The Environment:
The Findon & Seaton Vets are a large, bubbly team full of dynamic and vibrant team members.
We are looking for a special person to join our team!
What we are looking for:
- Certificate 4 Veterinary Nursing Qualification
- Ability to confidently monitor an anaesthetic and assist in surgery
- Experience with placing IV catheters & performing blood draws
- Ability to work well as a part of a team and autonomously
- Outstanding customer service skills and desire to build close client relationships
- Happy to help out your fellow team members when needed
- We're offering a permanent part-time position with potential for increased hours in the future. The role is a combination of surgery & reception shifts.
We are piercing, tattoo and fun-scrubs friendly (fun scrubs actually preferred).
We have a great snack cupboard and good coffee (Nespresso Pods).
Mental health is exceptionally important to us. Our management team are Mental Health First Aid Accredited & strive to work alongside you as equals to resolve any issues or problems you may encounter. Anything above our scope, we can refer you to our EAP service (24/7 counselling service available to our employees and their families).
Our mission is to improve the longevity of people within our industry and try to be the change we want to see. It’s not perfect, but we try!
A team of highly skilled & experienced vets and nurses to support you through the working day.
The Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8am until 7pm
Saturday: 8am until 2pm
Clinic operational hours are spread during the week and Saturdays
We are closed public holidays and Sundays, and do not do afterhours or on-call work.
We have excellent protocols in place to prevent overtime and, in the uncommon event you do have to work OT (even as little as 15mins), we’ll pay you for it!
Our Facilities:
- Ultrasound
- Dental Radiography
- RxWorks software
- Smart Flow – Anaesthetic and intensive care charting, hospital case management
- IDEXX & Heska blood biochemistry and CBC analyser
- Separate entrance/exit for a Final Care/Grieving Room
- Outside waiting courtyard to facilitate separate entrance/waiting area for aggressive/anxious dogs
- Separate cat entrance/waiting/reception/ward and consulting rooms
- Puppy Preschool
- Grooming
All applications are in confidence and we would encourage you to come in and get a feel for the practice & team. If you would like to come and interview us, please contact our Practice Manager, Emma Stock at: emma.stock@fsvets.com.au or call us on 08 8155 5200 during office hours
Limestone Coast Vet, Mount Gambier, SA (posted 16th August)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse
Do you like team sports?
Are you adaptable enough to play different positions on the field, including coach?
Are you as passionate about helping people as helping your patients?
If your answer to these questions was yes, then I want you on my team!
Hi! I own a small animal GP clinic in SA. One of my nurses has decided to pursue a new opportunity so I have a vacancy on my team for an experienced nurse. He is a favourite with our clients, so I have big shoes to fill.
I’m looking for someone who loves building great relationships with clients, as helping people is at the heart of our business. Nurses join me in team consulting so have a very client-facing role. Ideally you love chatting to clients and educating them on great pet care. Great customer service skills and attention to detail are also a must.
Of course, our ideal person also enjoys all the “out the back” aspects of patient care and surgical nursing. IV drip pump ninja skills and familiarity with ezyVet would be highly regarded.
I have a small, friendly and supportive team who all genuinely love what we do. Workloads are well managed, so we all enjoy a lunch break and finishing work on time each day. We aim to have a calm relaxed environment for our clients, patients and team.
If this sounds like a role you would enjoy, please call me Dr Teresa on 08 8725 3327 to arrange a time to chat.
Resumes can be sent to: manager@limestonecoastvet.com.au
Lincoln Veterinary Centre, Port Lincoln SA (posted 15th August)
VETERINARY NURSE - CASUAL
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our busy team at Lincoln Veterinary Centre on a casual basis.
We are a well-equipped clinic with a lovely team, made up of 6 Veterinarians, 9 Vet Nurses.
Our clinic is well equipped - including full in-house laboratory capability (IDEXX) and digital radiography (including dental). A wide range of surgical procedures are performed, including complex soft tissue surgeries and orthopaedics.
As a Veterinary Nurse at Lincoln Veterinary Centre, you will be working alongside very knowledgeable Vets, which means that we have an interesting and varied case load! Our Nurses are responsible for surgical admission & preparation, surgical operation, anaesthetics, post-operative care, out-patient care and client education including puppy classes. We carry out an array of tasks, including blood collection and placing catheters.
In addition, our Nurses rotate between the hospital, surgery, consulting and reception duties and the role is incredibly varied and will provide you with enough challenges to help in your development but also in your success as a nurse!
What you can offer us:
- Appropriate Veterinary Nursing Qualification
- Comfortable working with systems and IT;
- Sound knowledge and understanding of high standards of care;
- Proven team player
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Demonstrated exceptional client relationship building skills
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved at all levels, with energy and drive
- The ability to contribute to rural clinic visits, be on-call from time to time, Flexibility in our day-to-day needs.
What we can offer you:
- Access to one of the strongest networks of veterinary professionals
- Endless opportunities with the possibility of working across any one of our VetPartners clinics in Australia and New Zealand.
- Access to practical training programs through our purpose-built Veterinary Training Centers
- Access to EAP
For further information, please visit https://www.lincolnvet.com.au
Sounds great! How do I apply?
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Magill Village Vet, Eastern Adelaide, SA (posted 9th August)
VETERINARY NURSE - Adelaide - Small Animals
Magill Village Vet – NEW HOSPITAL - Full Time or Part Time
Demolition is about to begin and then we will actually see our new hospital emerge from the rubble.
The original Magill Police Station is being renovated and extended and will transform into the new and exciting Magill Village Vet.
With separate spaces for Cat World (which includes 3 consulting rooms, a hospital ward and a treatment room) and Dog World (4 consulting rooms), we are taking caring for cats to the next level.
Some of the cool features we have incorporated into the new hospital:
- WellKennels tempered glass kennels – check them out because they are amazing!
- A transition glass windows allowing families to see into the hospital from the reception space.
- An art installation by Adelaide ceramic artist Elodie Barker
- A gorgeous clerestory (8.6m x 2.5m) which will bathe the hospital in natural light.
- A quiet room – for those times when a peaceful environment makes all the difference.
- A dedicated x-ray room.
- A dedicated ultrasound room.
- “At the Dog Park” wallpaper to keep you entertained in the bathroom.
The hospital will meet ASAV Hospital Standards and ISFM Gold Cat Friendly Standards.
We are recruiting additional team members who would like to join us now in anticipation of moving into the new hospital - full time or part time.
If you love working with cats – this is the place for you. Dr Jenni Trewren will be leading the team of feline fanatics. We have big plans for the old police cells which will improve the care that we can provide for cats.
Sumo has requested that any new team members treat her as the queen that she is – she is actually in charge! Our two clinic cats, Sumo and her offsider Freckle, are very important members of our team. They are looking forward to moving into the new hospital and checking out all the cat friendly features which have been incorporated into the design.
Be warned - Sumo and Freckle will be on the interview panel so you will need to pass the “cat scan” to be considered for this position.
There is no point in writing an essay (or a novel!) - if you would like to find out more, please email Kerin Aspinall – pmanager@stbernardsvet.com.au
Applications will remain confidential.
Springfield Vet Centre, Moonah TAS (posted 2nd August) Vet Nurse 6 month maternity leave contract
Vet Nurse – Full time or part time (6-month maternity leave contract) – Commencing Nov 24
ABOUT US:
We’re a family-owned small animal practice with great staff, loyal clients and a commitment to providing the best animal care. We have a friendly, close-knit team who work hard but know how to have fun while doing it! Work-life balance is extremely important to us, as is a supportive working environment. Most of our patients are dogs and cats although we do see the occasional bird and pocket pet. We’re located in Moonah, 10 minutes north of Hobart.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
We’re currently looking to recruit a Vet Nurse to join our team. The position is a 6-month maternity leave contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent role if desired.
The position can either be full-time, or part-time by negotiation. While a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing would be beneficial, on-the-job experience will be equally considered. Prior experience in the industry is essential.
The role will work across all aspects of Vet Nursing, from reception and kennel duties, to assisting in surgery, monitoring anaesthetics, lab work and general cleaning.
OUR NEW TEAM MEMBER WILL:
- Have a minimum of 2 years industry experience gained in a similar role. (While a Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing is desirable it is not essential.)
- Be able to confidently monitor an anaesthetic and assist the vet in surgery.
- Be competent in reception duties and able to triage cases and book appointments accordingly.
- Have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.
- Be able to manage stressful situations and prioritise under pressure.
- Have a strong work ethic and take pride in what they do.
- Have the capacity to work well as a part of a team and autonomously.
- Be receptive to feedback and direction from other team members.
- Have a sense of humour and the ability to take things in their stride.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- A salary of $65,000- $75,000 per annum (pro-rata for part-time), to be negotiated based on experience.
- Contract maternity-leave position for 6-months, with the potential to transition into a permanent role.
- A contribution towards travel costs to Tasmania, subject to negotiation.
- A set work roster with some flexibility if required.
- An excellent working environment with supportive staff, who understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
- A workplace where people genuinely love what they do and take pride in doing it well.
To apply please send a cover letter and resume to s.vet.c@bigpond.net.au Please indicate if you are interested in full or part-time work. If you are seeking part-time, please tell us the number of hours/days per week you would be available. Ideally the successful candidate would start at the beginning of November 2024, however an alternate start date may be negotiated.
See our website: https://www.springfieldvet.com.au/
Eastside Veterinary Clinic, South-East Adelaide SA (posted 29th July)
Permanent Part-Time Veterinary Nurse
Are you ready to reignite your love for veterinary nursing or explore a new chapter in your career? Look no further! An exciting opportunity awaits you at Eastside Veterinary Clinic, nestled in the beautiful Eastern Suburbs of Adelaide where we're on a mission to redefine the standards of the veterinary industry.
With the plan to add another veterinarian to our current team of 3 full-time vets, an exciting opportunity has emerged for an additional nurse to join our amazing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute your skills and knowledge to our ever-growing clinic.
Why Choose Eastside Veterinary Clinic?
Join a dynamic team of 16 dedicated professionals, each bringing unique skills and backgrounds to provide top-tier gold standard service to our patients and clients, while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.
We are progressive and forward-thinking when it comes to our veterinary practices and standards, and the well-being of our employees. We acknowledge the challenges faced in the veterinary industry and actively strive to promote mental well-being, work-life balance, and a positive work culture where staff feel valued and have high job satisfaction.
Open communication is our cornerstone, fostering a workplace where every voice is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We welcome constructive feedback to identify and address any challenges that may arise. By embracing open communication, we empower our team and can work together to find innovative solutions and ways of continuously improving our practice.
Our progressive approach extends beyond words. With a wellness program led by a dedicated coordinator, weekly group activities, and expert-led workshops, we ensure a supportive environment where your growth and well-being matter.
We want to work towards making a positive impact on the veterinary industry by making changes within our practice to showcase how different it can be, and to hopefully raise the bar on what is considered standard in the industry.
Our State-of-the-Art Clinic:
Step into our brand-new purpose-built Veterinary Hospital fitted with the latest equipment and technology to ensure we are able to offer high-quality services, including:
- Darvall “Stingray” anaesthetic machines, which utilise a low flow system.
- Heated anaesthetic circuits.
- Midmark Multiparameter Monitors equipped with; pulse oximetry, electrocardiogram (ECG), capnography (ETCO2), non-invasive blood pressure monitor (NIBP), temperature probe, and respiration monitoring.
- “HotDog” patient warming system.
- TPLO equipment and cautery allowing for orthopaedic procedures and advanced soft tissue surgeries.
- IDEXX Laboratory Equipment, Catalyst One Chemistry Analyser and ProCyte One Haematology Analyser.
- New DR X-Ray system, DR dental radiography, ultrasound and rhinoscope.
Other features of our clinic include:
- Gold level cat-friendly accreditation with a cat-only waiting area, consultation room, and treatment/hospitalisation area.
- Several fear-free trained professionals on staff, with the goal to become a fear-free certified veterinary practice within the next 12 months.
- A large, bright, open general waiting area.
- Five consultation rooms.
- Rehabilitation centre with underwater treadmill and qualified animal physiotherapist.
- Multiple surgical theatres.
- Radiology suite, with digital x-ray, ultrasound, and scope.
- Dental suite, with dental x-rays.
- Paper-free software programs.
- Plus, many other features! With everything designed specifically to be ergonomic, environmentally friendly, and sustainable.
About The Job:
We're offering a permanent part-time position with potential for increased hours in the future. We are open to applications from those who have experience and for those who are yet to enter our exciting industry. Your role will involve a diverse range of tasks, including consult duties, surgical nursing, medical nursing, and assisting in the hospital management of various cases. We also encourage and support special interests that align with the goals of our practice.
The position will require the applicant to work a rotating roster with a fair mixture of mornings and early evenings during weekdays and rotating half-day Saturday shifts that finish at 1:00 pm. We believe that a healthy work-life balance in this industry is absolutely imperative, which is one of the driving reasons why we do not operate on Sundays and Public Holidays and strive to avoid overtime.
As an independently owned and operated practice, we support and celebrate diversity, and value each unique individual on our team. We prioritize open communication over performance targets, basing remuneration on experience, performance, and contribution—always paying above award rates.
About You:
The ideal candidate must:
- Excel in communication with clients, colleagues, management, and suppliers.
- Exhibit genuine passion for working with animals and people.
- Be committed to providing exceptional service and standards.
- Bring a 'bubbly' and outgoing personality to connect with clients and fellow colleagues.
- Demonstrate outstanding work ethic and a positive 'can-do' attitude.
- Have a commitment to CPD and a desire for constant development.
- Show initiative, work independently and collaboratively, and value attention to detail and documentation.
- Embrace open communication, providing and receiving feedback constructively.
- Approach challenges with a solutions-based mindset.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're ready to contribute to a positive change in the veterinary industry and work with a team of like-minded individuals, send your cover letter outlining your suitability and an up-to-date resume to Kate Winn, Practice Manager, at admin@eastsidevet.com.au.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence.
Glen Osmond Veterinary Clinic, Fullarton, Inner Southern Adelaide, SA (posted 19th July)
Located 308 Glen Osmond Road, Fullarton, SA, South Australia
FT/PT Qualified Veterinary Nurse/Technician. Hours can be negotiated. Above award rate.
Monday to Friday 8.00-7.30pm, staff rotate a Saturday shift 8:30am-2:30pm. No Sunday work required.
We have a small, 2-vet clinic which is usually bustling. Our Nursing team is small, highly skilled and close-knit. We have a great range of cases, from the routine (dentals, desexing, lump removals) to the more complicated (including De Angelis cruciate repairs, patella luxation repair, advanced soft tissue surgery and unusual medical cases). We strive to give our clients the absolute best care and are always looking for new ways to improve. If you are looking for a clinic you can be yourself, flourish in and contribute meaningfully – we might be your match!
What you'll be doing:
- A rotation of reception, surgery and treatment responsibilities
- Reception duties
- Billing procedures and surgeries accurately
- Scheduling appropriate consultations and surgeries
- Assisting Veterinarians with consultations
- Effective and humane restraint of animals
- Assisting with surgical practices and preparation
- Monitoring anaesthesia
- Preparing patients for surgery and other procedures
- Preparing cytology for Veterinarians
- Creating diet plans for patients (both Hills and RC)
- Assisting with and collecting blood samples
- Assisting with and placing IV catheters
- Assisting with and intubating patients (under supervision)
- Assisting with and conducting dental scale and polish procedures
- Hospital patient care (no overnights!)
- Boarding cat husbandry and care
- Nursing consultations (including but not limited to: cytopoint injections, solensia, flea/worming administration, dental check ups, post op checks)
- Administering medications
What we are looking for:
- Gold standard customer service (we LOVE our clients!)
- Effective time management on both busy and quiet days
- High standards of cleanliness
- High standards of attention to detail
- Motivation to improve and learn
- Would LOVE (but certainly not a must) someone who wants to run our positive-reinforcement only Puppy Preschool classes
- A fantastic attitude!
- Excellent organisational skills
- Great computer literacy
- Cohesive team member but also able to work independently
- A Cert IV in veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technology degree or equivalent
- 2 years minimum of industry experience is preferred, but for the right candidate a trainee may be considered.
Why should you work for us?
- We have a Café 2 doors down that makes great coffee
- Great CPD opportunities
- Inclusive and driven team
- Glen the Clinic Cat (CEO)
- You get to do everything a Veterinary Nurse/Tech can legally do in SA
- Build strong relationships with our amazing clients + patients
- Work with a supportive team who wants to build you up
If you are looking for a change into a clinic where you can really excel, stand out from the crowd and shine – and be ENCOURAGED to do so, send us a resume, along with cover letter to: reception@glenosmondvet.com.au
ATTN: to Teagan Bartolo (Practice Manager)
Pets and their People, Central Adelaide SA (posted 19th July)
Veterinary Nurse Position/Veterinary Tech Qualified
Full Time or Part Time Central Adelaide
Join Our Passionate Team and Make a Difference!
Are you a qualified veterinary nurse ready to take your skills to the next level? Pets and their People, a privately-owned company with two ASAV accredited hospitals and one surgery in central Adelaide, are looking for someone like you!
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Passion First: Our primary value is passion for pets and their people. We believe in the ‘Why’ of what we do, providing a workplace that supports both personal and professional fulfillment.
- High Standards: As an ASAV accredited company, we uphold the highest standards in veterinary care. You'll have the freedom to focus on what you love.
- Advanced Tools: Work with cutting-edge equipment like Clio digital X-rays, ultrasound machines, dental radiographs, and the efficient Rx Works software
- Expert Team: Join a team with vast experience, including specialists in high-end dentistry, animal behaviour, surgery, orthopaedics, and internal medicine.
- Personal and Professional Growth: We’re one of the few employers in Australia with dual AVA and Lincoln Institute Employer of Choice Accreditation, emphasising continuous development.
- Supportive Environment: Access our tailored Employee Assistance Program to ensure your well-being.
What We’re Looking For:
- A passionate, ideally Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Vet Technology.
- Someone dedicated to providing outstanding service to patients and their humans.
- Someone who is eager to contribute to a positive work environment and makes “doing their best” look easy
- A team player who communicates well and strives for excellence.
Ready to Make a Difference?
For more information about this exciting opportunity click here
To see photos of the team and what we do: Meet our Team
Send a cover letter and your resume to Kristin Evans at practicemanager@petsandtheirpeople.com.au or call 0433 555 570.All applications will be treated confidentially.
Join us in being the change the world needs!
Para Hills Veterinary Clinic, Northern Adelaide, SA (posted 17th July)
Exciting Opportunity for an experienced Vet Nurse!
Location: Northern Suburbs of Adelaide
Are you a qualified and experienced vet nurse looking for an awesome place to work? Do you have a passion for animal care and a love for working in a supportive, friendly environment?
If so, we want YOU to join our team at Para Hills Veterinary Clinic!
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
Supportive Team: We're like a family here. We support each other and have fun while providing top-notch care to our furry, feathered, and scaly patients.
Professional Growth: We’re all about learning and growing. We encourage continuing education and will cheer you on as you advance your skills.
Flexible Employment: Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or casual work, we can tailor the role to fit your lifestyle.
What We Need from You:
- 2-3 years of vet clinic experience.
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
- A heart full of compassion for pets and their owners.
- Skills in anaesthetics, surgical recovery monitoring, and patient care.
- Experience with catheters, IV drip lines, and pre-medications.
- Awesome phone and customer service skills.
- Experience with reception duties.
- A knack for conducting fun puppy training talks and handling all types of animals. An interest in helping to run puppy preschool would also be a bonus!
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a dynamic team.
- Experience in training junior staff is a big plus!
Job Details:
Hours: Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
How to Apply:
Forward resume and cover letter to: parahillsvetclinic@yahoo.com.au marked attention Jill.
Contact Information: For further details, please contact Jill at 08 8258 4838 or email: parahillsvetclinic@yahoo.com.au
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