Vet Nurses and other support staff
Locum Vet Nursing Positions
The Village Vet, Toorak, Melbourne VIC (posted 28th June) Locum Veterinary Nurse - September 1st to 30th 2022
Full time locum Vet Nurse and on-going casual Vet Nurse required for small animal general practice in Toorak.
Duties include surgery, cattery and reception.
Shifts are Tuesday to Friday 8am to 6pm, September 1st to 30th with a possibility of an extension.
Remuneration based on experience.
We also have an ongoing casual position, every second Wednesday and Friday.
Immediate start date.
Please contact Carina on 03 9827 7500 or: info@villagevet.com.au
Greys Matter VetCare, Seymour, VIC (posted 16th June) Locum Vet Nurse 19th September to 14th October
Looking for a locum with a difference? Are you interested in shelter work and like the idea of working with retired greyhounds?
The Greys Matter vet team is looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate veterinary nurse to locum with our small team for 4 weeks from 19/9/22 - 14/10/22. We operate a high quality/high volume desexing and dental clinic at the GAP kennels in Seymour, Victoria.
The position is 4 days a week (weekdays except Tuesdays) from 8.30am-4.30pm.
Please send applications to Dr Bec Goode at drbec@greysmatter.vet
Avenel Equine Hospital, Shire of Strathbogie, VIC (posted 27th May) Equine Seasonal Vet Nurse July to December
Equine Nurse – Avenel Equine Hospital (seasonal)
- Experienced surgeons, medicine specialists, veterinarians, nurses, and support people working with you
- Offering variety of nursing in the hospital, surgery and out calls.
- Located in Avenel, Victoria (one hour from Melbourne).
Avenel Equine Hospital
Avenel Equine Hospital is a full service equine hospital located in the heart of Victoria’s Thoroughbred breeding region. The practice offers a comprehensive On Farm service to equine clients in the local area (Avenel, Nagambie, Seymour and Euroa) as well as intensive care and surgical services at our new purpose built hospital.
The Culture
Our vision is to be the best at patient care and the best place to work.
The Role
The nursing positions are seasonal, starting in July until December 2022 with the possibility of ongoing work after this period. You are supported by an on-site hospital coordinator each day. Shifts are allocated on a weekly rotation across all departments with a well-managed after hour requirements.
Skills and experience
- Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing
- Experience in an on-farm hospital or equine hospital
- The ability to work confidently around young foals.
- Prioritise and work effectively within a team.
Benefits
- Full time fixed term position
- Varied and interesting role with support for development
- On site Hospital Coordinator to support your in all areas of nursing
- Furnished accommodation assistance available.
To apply
Please apply in writing to lauren.thurgood@avenelequine.com.au or for more information on the role call Lauren on 03 5796 2468.
Peninsula Vet Care, Mornington Peninsula, VIC (posted 27th May) Locum Vet Nurse
Full, Part Time & Casual Positions available for Locum Veterinary Nurses - Leave cover across 5 sites.
Are you passionate about your work as a Veterinary Nurse but looking for a little more variety?
Then look no further, we have the position for you!
Peninsula Vet Care is a group of five locally owned and operated veterinary hospitals combined with a 24 hour emergency and specialist referral hospital on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
We are currently seeking a Veterinary Nurse to provide full time leave coverage for our nurses across our five Mornington Peninsula sites. Our GP clinics are open from 8am until 7pm Monday to Friday, 9am until 5pm Saturdays and 10am until 2pm Sundays, so flexibility in work hours and locations is a necessity for this position.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has:
- A minimum of two years’ experience as a veterinary nurse
- Broad skills in both front of house client services as well as surgical assistance and general nursing duties
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (Non-qualified applications will be considered depending on experience)
- The ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a large team
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude
- A desire to provide a high standard of patient and client care
- The ability to work in a fast paced environment
A position with Peninsula Vet Care will provide you with:
- A mixture of surgery and reception shifts allowing you to build client relationships and get your surgery fix!
- Development opportunities through in house and external training providers, along with an annual continuing education allowance
- Exposure to a wide variety of services offered by our clinics, including orthopaedics, reproduction, behaviour, pet export and emergency, just to name a few
- A positive work culture with fun and supportive teams
- Regular communication and feedback through one on one catch ups
If this sounds like you, please send your application to: georgie@penvetcare.com.au or call Georgie on 03 5986 6963 if you have any questions regarding this position.
For more information on Peninsula Vet Care visit our website: www.penvetcare.com.au
Centre for Animal Referral & Emergency, Collingwood, Melbourne VIC (posted 19th May) Medicine Nurse Locum 2 months
Medicine Nurse Locum
- Two-month locum nursing position in busy medicine referral department.
- Exciting opportunity to explore a new career avenue without making the initial long-term commitment.
- Possibility of ongoing employment at conclusion of the fixed term.
The Centre for Animal Referral & Emergency (CARE) is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic veterinary nurse with a Certificate IV qualification (or equivalent) to locum in our medicine department for two months, from June 13th to August 12th 2022.
About the Role
CARE is a busy, dynamic referral and emergency centre in Collingwood, close to Melbourne’s CBD. We have three main departments, surgery, emergency/ICU, and medicine. The medicine department consists of three medicine specialists, a medicine registrar, and a medicine intern, as well as a supportive, experienced group of nurses. We accept cases from both external referring practices as well as our emergency department and work closely with the other departments to achieve the best possible outcome for each patient.
The medicine department prides itself on our outstanding patient care and client communication and would welcome a new member who shares those values.
The role involves:
- A two-month fixed term period, working four-day weeks, no weekends.
- Assisting the medicine clinicians with both nursing and administrative tasks.
- Intensive in-patient nursing care.
- Assistance with anaesthesia monitoring and procedures, including endoscopy, CT, and ultrasonography.
- Client communication and history compilation.
This position would suit an experienced nurse who has worked in specialist practice but would also be a good opportunity for a nurse who has extensive experience in a general practice setting. If we all enjoyed working together, there would be opportunities to continue your employment in our department long term.
How to Apply
Applications (including a current CV with references) and enquiries should be directed to Ms Erin Gibson via: careers@carevet.com.au
CARE is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or age.
Austinmer Veterinary Hospital, South Coast NSW (posted 3rd May) Locum Vet Nurse for 1st June - 30th July
Locum Veterinary Nurse needed at Austinmer Veterinary Hospital 1st June - 30th July 2022
Austinmer Veterinary Hospital 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
- Locum / Casual Position
- Above award wage
- You will be working in all areas of the hospital from surgery to customer care and everywhere in between.
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.
- Flexibility with hours
If you are looking to work in a beautiful coastal area with a supportive team, then please email your cover letter and resume to: emily@austinmervet.com.au
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