Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - Victoria
Mentone Veterinary Hospital, South-East Melbourne (posted 26th November)
MENTONE VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Mentone Veterinary Hospital requires an experienced, qualified Veterinary Nurse for our busy Bayside Veterinary Hospital.
A Full-time position has become available.
We require an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team of four vets and nine nurses.
We are looking for someone who is confident in their skills and abilities to assist our veterinarians, patients and clients.
The ideal applicant will have the following skills and expertise:
- Excellent animal handling skills.
- Ability to work efficiently, independently, and as part of a team.
- Excellent organisation, communication and customer service skills.
- Enthusiasm, high motivation, flexibility and have a positive attitude.
- A professional and mature manner, be well- groomed, ability to show initiative and to multi-skill under pressure.
- Pride in work and ability to make our clients feel welcome, comfortable and cared for.
Duties include:
- General Nursing duties
- Preparation and monitoring of surgical procedures
- Assisting with radiology
- In-house Idexx Pathology
- Meet and greet clients and patients
- Triage and care of patients in hospital
- Oversee the daily practice schedule and maintain the flow of consultations
- Invoicing, issuing receipts and processing client orders
- Client communication on the phone and in person
- Reception duties
- We are open 7 days a week and the role will include some weekend work.
- There are no afterhours
- The roster rotates through Surgery, Hospital and Reception
If you think you are suited for this role, please email us at
admin@mentonevet.com.au
Dandenong Veterinary Hospital, Dandenong (posted 26th November) Trainee Vet Nurse
Exciting opportunity for a trainee veterinary nurse to join the DVH team!
The team at Dandenong Veterinary Hospital have a very rare opportunity to welcome a part-time trainee veterinary nurse to our team.
We are a small animal Veterinary Hospital in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, and one of the oldest clinics in Melbourne (we began caring for local pets 94 years ago!). We are proud of the service that we offer as we always strive to provide optimum care and standards to our small animal patients, along with the clientele. Along with focusing on animal care, we also regularly invest in our team’s growth and development and are Lincoln Institute Employer of Choice Accredited which ensures that we build a strong team environment.
Role summary:
- For a trainee Veterinary Nurse who is either already enrolled in Veterinary Nursing, or keen to enrol in the near future.
- Part time, minimum of 15 hours per week. After initial training is completed, your roster will include most Saturdays as well (8.30-2.30).
- The role will be varied to include components of animal handling, cleaning, surgical nursing assistance, general nursing assistance, supporting the consulting vet and consulting nurse, and reception duties.
- Support from Cert IV qualified nurses to sign off your coursework.
The successful candidates will:
- Have a high attention to detail
- Have pride in their personal standards and quality of care
- Be keen to learn and grow
- Have the ability to handle a fast-paced workplace
- Work well within a team environment
- Be self-motivated and show initiative
- Have an enthusiastic and positive attitude
If this sounds like you, and the role is what you have been looking for, then waste no time sending your cover letter and resume through!
Applications via email to:
Dr. Jessica Morse,
Email: jessica_morse@live.com
Please provide a (1) cover letter, (2) resume (3) reference contacts/letters supplied (no ‘upon request’ please).
Dandenong Veterinary Hospital
118 Princes Highway, Dandenong, Vic, 3175.
Greencross Vets Macedon Ranges, Woodend (posted 25th November)
Vet Nurse
Macedon Ranges VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our Macedon Ranges team on a casual basis.
- Join a friendly, synergised team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses, and supportive Management. One of the largest veterinary groups in Australia, we pride ourselves on our veterinary jobs with employee-led development and support program that includes a commitment to a better career/life balance. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all of the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
About Your New Role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, supporting and handling patients of all kinds
- 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 under Veterinary guidance, 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
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- A good knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
What we offer you
- A casual role with variety
- Above award rates and great benefits
- An interesting and varied role as well as a dynamic and supportive team environment
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education and ongoing learning
- Access to a support network of like-minded Vet Nurses
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading Continuing Education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally; Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC.
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Tamara Peace, Practice Manager on tpeace@greencrossvet.com.au
Peninsula Vet Emergency and Referral Hospital, Mornington Peninsula VIC (posted 25th November)
Exciting development opportunity!
Specialist Nurse Development Program - Full time or Part time
Are you passionate about your role as veterinary nurse but bored of desexings and dentals?
Are you ready for the next step in your career?
Then look no further because we have the position for you!
We have an exciting opportunity for general practice nurses to join our Specialist Nurse Development Program commencing in December 2021. Our structured training program is a fully mentored and supported experience to build your foundation in ECC, Surgery or Internal Medicine.
Full time or part positions are available with ongoing employment guaranteed at the end of your training.
A little bit about us
Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral offers a wide range of clinical services including a 24 hour emergency service, surgery, internal medicine and anaesthesia. Our hospital boasts a collaborative approach to patient care with a passionate team and positive culture centred around providing the best care for our patients.
We pride ourselves on being an emergency & referral hospital with a difference. Not only do we care about our patients, we also value and appreciate our staff.
Our hospital is a purpose-built facility, equipped with the latest in diagnostic equipment required and expected in a referral hospital.
About you
We are looking for Certificate IV qualified nurses with a passion for ECC, surgery or internal medicine.
The position would be well suited to nurses who demonstrate the following:
- The ability to handle a fast paced and busy work environment
- The desire to provide a high standard of patient and client care
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude
- A passion for learning
A position with Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral will provide you with:
- A positive work culture with a fun and supportive team
- Regular one on one catch ups (because feedback and communication is important to us!)
- A focus on your wellness with mental health support available to all employees
- Plenty of opportunities for development through on the job training, in house and external training providers, along with an annual continuing education allowance
If you’re ready to advance your vet nurse career in a well-supported environment, please send your cover letter and resume to: jenna@penvetcare.com.au
Multiple positions are available
For further information about Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral, please visit our website: www.penvetreferral.com.au
Melbourne Bird Veterinary Clinic, Scoresby Melbourne (posted 24th November)
Part-time Veterinary Nurse or Trainee Vet Nurse Position
Melbourne Bird Veterinary Clinic: www.melbournebirdvet.com a long established, specialist, birds-only veterinary clinic in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne requires a part-time (average around 23 hours per week) veterinary nurse or trainee veterinary nurse to join our four vet, eight nurse team.
You will need a passion for working with pet birds and their owners, the position will involve both vet nursing and reception duties and there will be periods when you are in sole charge.
Applicants are expected to have successfully completed VCE and hold a driver’s licence. You should be bright and outgoing, have good communication and computer skills, common sense, a good work ethic and love working with birds and people.
Prior experience in working with birds and/or in a veterinary setting and/or Cert IV in Vet Nursing would be an advantage. We would/could adjust rosters to allow you to undertake the vet nursing course if needed.
You should be able to start as soon as possible, and you would need to be able to work approximately one in two or three weekends.
Please send C.V. to: vet@melbournebirdvet.com attention Tawny Smith.
Seddon Vet Hospital, Inner Melbourne (posted 24th November)
Full time Veterinary Nurse
We are a small animal practice located 6km from the city, in Seddon. We have a purpose-built facility which is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasonography, dental radiography, IM3 dental base, BP, and ECG equipment and in house laboratory.
We currently have 2 full time and 2 part time vets supported by 3 full time and 2 part time support staff.
We're in an excellent socioeconomic area, which allows us to practice a great level of medicine and surgery. We're a progressive practice with an emphasis on excellent patient care and high-level clinical standards.
We encourage ongoing professional development and will support the successful applicant to continue to grow their knowledge and confidence.
The successful applicant will:
- Have a Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent, with minimum 2 years’ experience.
- An ability to work in a roster with flexibility in shifts worked, including Saturdays.
- A focus on customer service balanced with best patient care and empathy.
- An ability to multitask in a busy work environment, working both independently and in a team
- Be proactive, a good time manager, good communicator and have a positive attitude.
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, CV, and statement regarding your suitability for the position to our practice manager Gabby Johnson at: gabby@seddonvets.com.au
Greencross Vets Ballarat, Central Highlands (posted 24th November)
Vet Nurse
Ballarat VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our Ballarat team on a permanent part-time basis.
- Join a friendly, synergised team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses and supportive Management. One of the largest veterinary groups in Australia, we pride ourselves on our veterinary jobs with employee-led development and support program that includes a commitment to a better career/life balance. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all of the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
About Your New Role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, supporting and handling patients of all kinds
- 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 under Veterinary guidance, 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
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- A good knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
What we offer you
- A permanent part-time role with variety
- Above award rates and great benefits
- An interesting and varied role as well as a dynamic and supportive team environment
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education and ongoing learning
- Access to a support network of like-minded Vet Nurses
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading Continuing Education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally; Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC.
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Sonia Western, Practice Manager on sonia.western@greencrossvet.com.au
Richmond Veterinary Clinic, Melbourne (posted 23rd November)
RICHMOND VET CLINIC VET NURSE
Richmond Veterinary Clinic strives to provide quality, affordable veterinary care to our dedicated clients and their small animal family members.
Continued growth in our practice has increased demand for our services, so we are seeking another experienced veterinary nurse to join our team.
Located in the heart of cosmopolitan Richmond, this position offers a rare opportunity to work in one of Melbourne's most desirable suburbs, with top-rate dining, coffee, bars, and shops within walking distance of our front door.
Our beautiful heritage building has been extensively renovated to provide a modern, functional veterinary practice complete with spacious consulting rooms, sterile surgery, large preparation area, in-house laboratory including Abaxis VS2 blood machine, digital radiography, iM3 Professional dental suite with Vet Tome and CR7 dental x-ray system, new Esaote ultrasound, endoscopy, ECG and more.
We have a busy and varied medical and surgical caseload, including visiting specialist surgeons, so this general nursing role will provide is ample opportunity to develop and utilise general and surgical nursing skills in addition to some administration and reception duties. There is also the opportunity to run puppy classes and develop skills in specific areas of interest.
Hours to be worked are flexible – so nurses seeking either full-time or part-time work are encouraged to apply.
You can learn more about our clinic at www.richmondvetclinic.com.au If you'd like to know more about the position or apply, please contact Jeanie Rainbow on 03 9428 2220 or richmondvetclinic@gmail.com
The Veterinary Surgery Yarrambat & North Warrandyte, North-East Melbourne (posted 23rd November)
Veterinary Nurse Position - Full Time, Mixed Animal Practice
Our practice:
- Independently owned mixed animal practice with 75% small animal, 25% large animal workload
- 14 nurses, 10 vets across 2 clinics located in:
- Yarrambat (main clinic), 30km NE of Melbourne CBD;
- and Warrandyte (branch clinic), 31km E of Melbourne CBD
The position:
- Ideally suited to an experienced nurse
- Prior mixed animal experience advantageous, although not essential
- Remunerated above award rates and commensurate to experience
- Full time: 4 x 9.5hr days per week, no split shifts; 1 x 4.5hr Saturday morning per 3-4 weeks, 1 x 2hr Sunday morning per 8 weeks (paid at double time)
- Includes generous allowance for CPD time and costs
- Involves rotation through reception, surgery, and hospital duties across our two locations.
What we're looking for in our ideal candidate:
- Motivation, good initiative and eagerness to expand skills
- A bright, bubbly personality who thrives in a team environment
- Ability to work well under pressure in a busy practice
- Strong customer service skills both on reception and handling admissions/discharges of patients
- Confidence with managing anaesthetics, surgery and hospital patients
- Willingness to adopt a varied roster encompassing reception, surgery, hospital and administrative duties
- Contribution on a culinary level with baked goods to share with co-workers (this is a highly valued skill in our workplace!)
How to apply:
- Apply right now! We can be flexible with start a start date and can offer a trial day so that you can meet the team
- Please forward your cover letter & CV to: jhall@thevetsurgery.com.au
- Visit our website www.thevetsurgery.com.au or drop in to one of our clinics to introduce yourself.
The Lost Dogs Home Veterinary Clinic, North Melbourne (posted 22nd November)
Shelter Veterinary Nurse – The Lost Dogs’ Home
Flexible to offer Full Time/ Part Time/ Casual
We are looking for a Shelter Veterinary Nurse to join our incredible veterinary team in North Melbourne. We are an iconic not-for-profit animal welfare shelter dedicated to providing compassionate veterinary care to all lost and abandoned animals who find their way to us.
About the role:
Our team of highly skilled, passionate vets and nurses get to follow the journey of lost and stray pets that come into our care, preparing them for life in a new forever home. Our tight-knit team work hard, but love to share a few laughs, as well as be there to support each other at the end of a tough day.
You will have the opportunity to work on complex and unique cases, and with no client involvement, you will have the ability to support our vets who are managing and diagnosing cases independently. Our new nurse will rotate through hospital, ward, surgical and support roles, no two days will be the same!
In addition to working in the shelter nursing role, you will have the opportunity to care for our foster animals, as they come back to the shelter for treatment. You will work alongside a Vet in a dedicated space solely for our foster animals, the shifts will include high volume de-sexing days, consults and other medical workups.
About you:
We are looking for a Veterinary Nurse who has an interest in shelter medicine and is seeking a role which gives back. Our new Vet Nurse will ideally have 2 years’ experience working in a busy clinic or emergency setting and will have their Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent). You will enjoy hands on nursing work and like to work within a large team, bringing with you a can-do attitude and passion for helping lost and stray pets.
What we can offer:
Working in shelter medicine is fast-paced and always evolving. You will be challenged in a way you haven't been before and will leave work knowing you have made a difference to the lives of abandoned animals. We can also offer:
- Fantastic career development and opportunities to develop skills not only shelter medicine but also in the animal welfare industry
- An animals only role, no reception or client facing duties
- Excellent remuneration and financial assistance for professional development
- A compassionate, supportive, and proud work environment
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program and onsite counselling service
- Discounts at our Frank Samways Vet Clinic
If you are interested in a unique, rewarding nursing role please click here to apply on our careers page.
If you have any questions regarding these opportunities, please email recruitment@dogshome.com.
All Animal Eye Services, Mount Waverley, Melbourne (posted 19th November)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time (4 days)
All Animal Eye Services is looking for a friendly, self motivated and experienced (2-3 years) Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic and friendly team.
AAES is a Veterinary Ophthalmology Specialist hospital located in Mount Waverley.
We are committed to providing an exceptional level of patient care and customer service with the highest standards.
The position will consist of both surgical and reception duties with specific ophthalmology training provided.
This is a full time position 4 days a week, with no weekend or after hours work required. Remuneration includes above award wage and excellent working conditions.
Key skills for this role include;
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in general anaesthesia
- Keen interest in ophthalmology
- Demonstrate outstanding work ethic, effective time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to follow directions and work in a busy environment
- Problem solving and decision making skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
If you are interested in the prospect of working with a great team (with good coffee and chocolate) in a specialist environment, please forward your resume to: clinic@allanimaleyes.com
Fitzroy Vet Hospital, Melbourne (posted 18th November)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse – Fitzroy Veterinary Hospital
Fitzroy Vet Clinic is a small animal veterinary practice, providing veterinary service at the highest level. With a well-equipped Digital Radiology suite, Diagnostic Ultrasound, Doppler Ultrasound, full orthopaedic kit, separate sterile surgery, including a full dental suite, IV pumps and blood pressure monitoring.
We are currently seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Nurse
Working around 38 hours per week, you will have the opportunity to develop your career and benefit from the experience of our nationwide teams. You will have a commitment and passion for high-level patient and client care and the desire to provide exemplary customer service. The perfect candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team whilst demonstrating strong communication skills, along with having a collaborative team approach.
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:
- Full-time availability preferable, however part-time applicants are encouraged to apply
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in Veterinary Nursing with appropriate Certificate IV qualifications is desired but happy to consider all applications with experience
- An ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of the team
- A high level of skill in monitoring anaesthetics is necessary
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated client relationship building skills
- A hard working and a hands-on approach to your work
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved at all levels, with energy and drive
- Effective time management and organisation skills
Apply Now!
Please apply online with your CV & Cover Letter
https://jobs.jobvite.com/vetpartners/job/o3dBhfwS
Please visit our website: https://fitzroyvet.com.au/
Chelsea Veterinary Clinic, Chelsea, South East Melbourne (posted 18th November)
Permanent Part-time or Casual Veterinary Nurse
We are a small, privately owned vet clinic and we are looking for a veterinary nurse to join our team.
We are looking for a person that loves to have a good laugh throughout the day as an all-rounder nurse, all while providing a high level of care for the relationships we have with our clients as well as our patients.
The successful candidate will have a Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing (Non-qualified or studying applicants will be considered based on experience).
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Anaesthetic monitoring /Surgical nursing
- In house pathology
- In house radiology
- Infection control
- Client communication
- Caring and handling all animals
- Admission and discharging of surgical patients.
- High standard of customer service and client advice/education
Salary will be above award, based on previous experience. Generous staff discounts are included.
Please email applications (CV and cover letter) to: info@chelseavet.com.au
Fawkner Veterinary Hospital, North Melbourne (posted 16th November)
Fawkner Vet Hospital are seeking a Head Veterinary Nurse to join the team
Fawkner Vet Hospital is a growing busy hospital which has had several positive changes recently,
Fawkner Vet Hospital is a 4-vet hospital, with 12 nurses, offering a diverse range of services including: complex soft-tissue surgery, dental, orthopaedics, and medicine. Catering to our loyal and growing client base, our case load is both varied and interesting, sure to keep you on your toes!
Features of our clinic:
- 4 consulting rooms
- Well-equipped clinic featuring digital x-ray, Idexx in-house lab facilities, ultrasound, endoscopy, and we are constantly investing in our clinic.
- As a clinic that has been established for over 40 years, we have a large, loyal client base which continues to rapidly grow.
- Our clinic is purpose-built, to allow an efficient and comfortable workflow for our patients and staff.
- A flexible roster, offering our team a great work/life balance
We are currently seeking a Full-Time Head Nurse Veterinary Nurse
Working around 38 hours per week, The perfect candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team whilst demonstrating strong communication skills, along with having a collaborative team approach.
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.
- A very busy clinic with large surgical case load
- Coach and mentor trainee nurses
- Provide exceptional patient care
- Work with the Practice Manager on nursing roster and careers plans for nurse team
- Responsible for stock ordering
- Only work Monday to Friday!
What we are looking for
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- 3 years + experience
- Head nurse experience desirable but not essential
- An ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of the team
- A high level of skill in monitoring anaesthetics is necessary
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated client relationship building skills
- A hard working and a hands-on approach to your work
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved at all levels, with energy and drive
- Effective time management and organisation skills
Apply Now!
Please apply online with your CV & Cover Letter
Dr Paws Wangaratta, Wangaratta, North East VIC (posted 16th November)
Qualified Veterinary Nurse- Full or Part-time
Dr. Paws Wangaratta is an energetic Veterinary clinic in North East Victoria that has a fantastic client base and is growing rapidly. We are a friendly team that focuses on clinic culture, and we are passionate about delivering high standards in client and patient care.
An exciting opportunity is available for a Full or Part-time qualified nurse to join our growing team. You will need to be customer, team, and patient-focused with a positive outlook and willingness to learn.
The ideal applicant will have Certificate IV qualification in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent and a minimum of 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 practices and have an emphasis on staff training, protocol development, and retaining our staff, but also to achieve a positive work/ life balance. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to complete a Certificate III in Business as part of our in-clinic training.
Overview of Key skills for this role include:
- Bright and bubbly personality
- 2 years minimum experience
- Cert IV Vet Nursing or equivalent
- Highly organized with great time management and administration skills
- Works well in a team and autonomously
- Prides themselves on 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 the role will require the successful candidate to work a rotating roster including occasional weekend shifts where required. We have a sister clinic in Myrtleford, 25 minutes down the road, and where applicable our newest team member may also work shifts at our Ovens clinic.
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
If you’re looking for an exciting change, a challenge and would love to become a part of our clinic family please email your application, including a Cover Letter and Resume to:
Tayla Warner, Nursing Manager: wangarattanurse@drpaws.com.au
Greencross Vets South Morang, North-East Melbourne (posted 16th November)
Vet Nurse
South Morang VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our South Morang team on a permanent part-time basis.
- Join a friendly, synergised team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses and supportive Management. One of the largest veterinary groups in Australia, we pride ourselves on our veterinary jobs with employee-led development and support program that includes a commitment to a better career/life balance. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
What we offer you
- A permanent part-time role with variety
- Above award rates and great benefits
- An interesting and varied role as well as a dynamic and supportive team environment
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education and ongoing learning
- Access to a support network of like-minded Vet Nurses
About Your New Role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, supporting and handling patients of all kinds
- 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 under Veterinary guidance, 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
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- A good knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading Continuing Education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally; Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC.
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Noelle Clemow, Practice Manager on nclemow@greencrossvet.com.au
Animal Referral Hospital Essendon Fields, North-West Melbourne (posted 16th November)
Triage Vet Nurse/Receptionist
Essendon Fields VIC
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Essendon has a 24 hour per day, 7 days a week, dedicated emergency and critical care (ECC) service. The hospital is staffed with an outstanding team of emergency veterinarians and nurses working alongside specialists in ECC / internal medicine and surgery. We aim to provide a responsive, comprehensive emergency and referral service to Victorian veterinarians, their clients and their patients. We provide high professional and clinical standards, which are tempered with genuine care and compassion.
ARH is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, dedicated Vet Nurse who loves customer service and wants to be an Emergency and Critical Care afterhours triage nurse on a part-time or casual basis.
Veterinary medical knowledge is essential for this position. The successful applicant must be a qualified nurse and have at least two years’ experience in the veterinary industry. Previous experience at a referral hospital with Rx Works would be an advantage; however, your professional approach is more important to us.
What Would It Be Like to Work With Us
The role is primarily responsible for front of house reception and triage of incoming patients to the Emergency Department and providing an exceptional level of customer service. This position is completely committed to emergency reception and customer service and will not involve any nursing tasks other than triage.
Reception-Triage is an autonomous nursing role and essential to patient safety and the efficient delivery of emergency care. Reception is the first point of clinical contact for all customers and their pets presenting to ARH emergency department and the point at which care begins. You must be able to confidently give informative and supportive advice to clients and referring veterinarians who are calling in regards to emergencies. You must also be able to confidently and calmly triage patients as they arrive and liaise with the rest of the emergency team in a fast and efficient manner. This role involves multitasking and consistently providing high quality customer service in a sometimes-hectic environment with high attention to detail.
About Your New Role
- Provide a welcoming and professional atmosphere for clients with exceptional customer service, face to face and over the phone
- Perform patient assessment / reassessment
- Sort patients into priority groups according to guidelines
- Support the veterinarians and nurses, liaise knowledgeably and accurately with staff and clients.
- Providing continuous improvement in the area of practice
- Reception administration duties and support
- Cash handling, EFTPOS and bank reconciliation
- General housekeeping
About you
You possess a friendly and professional disposition, have excellent communication, organisation and time management skills with a passion for achieving outcomes and will flourish in a face paced, team environment.
Essential Attributes
- Certificate IV in veterinary nursing or higher equivalent
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
- Interest in veterinary emergency & critical care
Desirable attributes
- Previous experience in an emergency or referral hospital
- Knowledge of Rx works will be highly regarded (but not essential)
Benefits
- Working with a friendly and supportive emergency team
- On job training and continuous workplace support from senior nurses and veterinarians
- Continuous education and professional development.
- EAP service
This is a permanent part-time position with scope for additional hours. You will be rewarded with the opportunity to showcase your skills and take ownership of your role, within a highly successful organisation that truly rewards and supports its employees.
Please forward your application via email with the subject field ‘Triage Nurse Position’ with current CV, cover letter and references to Rachel Scholten, Emergency & Critical Care Nurse Manager, on r.scholten@arhvets.com
Australian Animal Protection Society, Dandenong South (posted 16th November)
Veterinary Nurse – for brand new, state of the art veterinary hospital
The Australian Animal Protection Society are recruiting for a Part Time/Casual Veterinary Nurse to join our team in Dandenong South. Our clinic operates across both the shelter and our outpatient’s clinic and cares for predominantly small animals.
We have just entered a new era in our history, having moved into our brand-new purpose-built Shelter and Veterinary Hospital. The Hospital is a state of the art, well equipped and busy veterinary hospital that will service both our shelter and the wider community.
Due to our ongoing growth, we are currently looking for experienced Cert IV nurses. You will be comfortable working in a fast paced and busy clinic and surgery environment, as part of a team that strive for the highest quality care for each animal that comes through our doors.
This position will suit a nurse that is also interested in further learning, growth, and upskilling.
The role will include:
- All aspects of nursing
- Placement of catheters, pathology, and dental assistance
- Assisting with varied and wide ranged surgical caseloads
- Animal handling
- Client contact and admission and discharge of patients
Empathy, compassion, and communication are the main characteristics you will need to excel in this job. Our vet team are a highly skilled group of professionals who love what they do and the animals they care for.
Experience and skills required to succeed in this role:
- Cert IV Veterinary Nursing – (Essential)
- Experience in animal welfare/shelter nursing would be highly regarded, but not essential.
- Previous nursing experience – 2+ years preferred
- A positive attitude and the willingness to go the extra mile for your patients is a must
- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
- Ability to work as part of a team
If you have amazing nursing skills and are looking to make the move to an exciting and ever-growing clinic, please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to Jen Cairns via email at: operations@aaps.org.au
Please visit our website: https://www.aaps.org.au/
North Road Veterinary Centre, Bayside Melbourne VIC (posted 15th November) Cattery Animal Attendant /Trainee VN
Cattery Animal Attendant / Trainee Vet Nurse Position- Bayside Melbourne
An exciting opportunity is available to join the North Road Veterinary Centre team as a cattery attendant, with also the potential to incorporate veterinary nurse training.
The North Road Veterinary Centre in Gardenvale was established in 1969, we pride ourselves in offering the very best in health care. We are independent, and have been owned and managed by Drs Andrew and Wendy Milledge since 1990.
We have a purpose-built boarding cattery and grooming parlour on site.
We are situated in bayside Melbourne in the Brighton area, a very desirable location close to Melbourne CBD, the beach and café culture!
We are fortunate to have a wonderful clientele of responsible pet owners who place importance on high levels of health care for their pets. We equally pride ourselves on providing highly professional and ethical veterinary care to our local community, always with the client and pet being the prime focus behind our veterinary care.
We are seeking someone who:
- Has some animal-based work experience or relevant tertiary based qualifications
- Previous work experience in a cat boarding establishment is an advantage but not essential
- Has an affinity and love for cats, and is confident with animal handling
- Is not averse to cleaning
- Is keen to learn, and wants to embrace our ‘North Road Vet family’
- Is enthusiastic with a friendly disposition
- Has strong communication and organisational skills, with attention to detail
- Is a team player
Job description:
- We can be flexible with hours and days of employment, minimum of 3 weekday morning hours required
- Management, cleaning and feeding of cats in our boarding cattery
- Potential for introduction to veterinary nursing training for right applicant
We provide to you:
- A harmonious and supportive workplace, we care about you
- A close-knit social community within the team
- A learning environment with a strong, well balanced, and experienced team of vets and nurses
- Flexible employment and roster options
To learn more about us please visit: www.northroadvet.com.au,
How to apply:
Drs Andrew and Wendy Milledge
North Road Vet Centre
167 North Road
GARDENVALE, 3185
Email applications: wmilledge@nrvc.com.au
Mobile: Wendy Milledge- +61 (0)409 131 165
Swan Street Veterinary & Wellness Centre, Richmond Melbourne (posted 12th November)
Swan Street Veterinary Clinic & Wellness Centre is looking for a full-time experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team!
Swan Street Veterinary Clinic & Wellness Centre is a highly regarded pet wellness centre offering gold standard veterinary care to the Richmond community. You will have the opportunity to work in a purpose-built clinic with an amazing, passionate team!
We are seeking an Experienced Veterinary Nurse to join the team on a Full-time basis. You will be a team player with the energy and drive to make a real difference, with a commitment and passion for quality practice and high standards of care.
Is this YOU?
- Passionate vet nurse who holds their Cert IV
- At least 1 – 2 years clinical experience
- A true team player – let’s lookout for one another!
- Has very high attention to detail – taking shortcuts is not an option
- Ensures clients leave feeling encouraged and listened to
- Loves to communicate both with clients but importantly within the team
- Reliable and flexible
- Effective time management and organisational skills – Ability to prioritise is essential!
What WE are offering you:
- A passionate fear-free clinic
- An environment focused on continual growth
- We will be serious when we need to, and fun at all other times
- A varied role including surgical nursing, nurse consulting and occasional front of house duties
- Work with incredible vets that happily share their knowledge
- Access to confidential personal support through assured programs
For further information about our clinic, please visit https://swanstreetvet.com.au/
Please apply online with your CV and cover letter.
Pet Emergency and Specialist Centre PESC, East Malvern, Melbourne (posted 12th November)
ECC Surgery Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Pet Emergency and Speciality Centre are seeking a ECC / Surgery Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team!
About Us
Pet Emergency & Specialist Centre has recently been acquired by Vet Partners. As a result, we have a new hospital leadership structure including an experienced Business Manager (10+ years of leadership experience, Diploma of Mental Health & Mental Health First Aid & Grad Dip of Counselling, Fellow of the Institute of Managers and Leaders) and ECC Veterinary Director (12+ years of ECC experience, ECC Memberships & Master of Wildlife Conservation & Mental Health First Aid) working alongside the existing Surgery Director. The new leadership team is guided by continuous improvement philosophies and is focused on high levels of patient care and employee well-being and training and development. It’s an exciting time to join the team at PESC and contribute to it’s success and continuous improvement.
About Our Services
Pet Emergency & Specialist Centre aim to provide all pet owners with compassion and a high standard of veterinary care to improve patient outcomes and help pets live longer and healthier lives. Our three most important goals are:
- Being committed to offering Melbourne’s pet owners a comprehensive pet care team and 24 hour critical care;
- Providing excellence in communication with you the clientand your family vet;
- Developing new treatments by actively leading the profession in continuing education of all our nursing and veterinary staff
Our state-of-the-art intensive care unit includes, Menios oxygen cages, touch screen BM multiparameter monitoring, state of the art portable ultrasound, CT imaging, DR digital radiography and fluoroscopy, mechanical ventilators (life-support), capability for blood and plasma transfusion. Emergency surgery facilities, with specialist surgeons who work on shift each weekend for more complicated surgical cases, urgent medications, and oxygen therapy. We also have a full in-house IDEXX laboratory.
Our hospital has:
- 24/7 Emergency and Critical Care department
- 16 slice helical CT
- On-site IDEXX laboratory
- Sound-proof dog runs
- Dedicated cat ward
- Smartflow EMR
About the role:
- Full-time permanent job opportunity, 76 hours per fortnight
- However, Part-time applicants highly encouraged to apply.
- 2pm to midnight, Monday – Thursday + on call Fridays
- A varied role between surgery and emergency and critical care
Essential:
- Specialist and emergency training desired.
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Confident with anaesthetic monitoring
- Confident with triaging emergency patients, stabilising and providing critical monitoring
- Demonstrate communication between clients, fellow colleagues and levels of management. This may be face to face, telephone systems or via email
- Demonstrate the understanding of drug calculations, CRI's and mathematical skills
- IV canula placement in an aseptic technique
- Demonstrate the importance of continuous monitoring for a critical patient and use of monitoring equipment. Please provide an example of patient care data recording, equipment used and case scenario
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 your CV and cover letter.
Greencross Vets White Hills, Bendigo (posted 12th November)
Vet Nurse
White Hills VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our White Hills team on a permanent part-time basis.
- Join a friendly, synergised team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses and supportive Management. One of the largest veterinary groups in Australia, we pride ourselves on our veterinary jobs with employee-led development and support program that includes a commitment to a better career/life balance. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
What we offer you
- A permanent part-time role with variety
- Above award rates and great benefits
- An interesting and varied role as well as a dynamic and supportive team environment
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education and ongoing learning
- Access to a support network of like-minded Vet Nurses
About Your New Role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, supporting and handling patients of all kinds
- 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 under Veterinary guidance, 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
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- A good knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading Continuing Education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally; Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC.
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Leanne Tyers, Practice Manager on: ltyers@greencrossvet.com.au
Animal Emergency Centre Mount Waverley, South East Melbourne (posted 9th November) Vet Nurse Manager
Vet Nurse Manager
Mount Waverley VIC
The Animal Emergency Centre Mount Waverley has a unique opportunity for a passionate and innovative Nurse Manger to join our Team, who is motivated by leading an ECC nursing team including ancillary services, to provide a safe and high standard of patient care and client service. The Nurse Manager will work closely with the Business Manager and Vet Directors on all aspects of running the hospital and assume overall responsibility for the nursing department.
Responsibilities would include;
- Managing day to day operations of the hospital
- Overseeing nursing care and client services
- Leading and developing the nursing team, and building a positive team culture
- Workforce planning including rosters and recruitment
- Clinical shifts as part of the nursing roster
- Availability to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays
- Inventory management
- Administrative tasks
- Contributing to the continuous development and improvement of the AEC
The Nurse Manager role is an exciting opportunity to join one of Melbourne’s most dynamic ECC hospitals, where there is a genuine drive to provide a supportive and caring work environment. The role will be supported by a highly experienced and collaborative leadership team, with over 15 years of veterinary leadership and management experience.
At the AEC we are passionate about providing our team with the opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities. Our Nurse Manager plays a key role in developing and mentoring our nurse dept, therefore a high motivation in these areas is crucial.
What you need to bring
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- A passion to lead and motivate a high functioning nursing team
- Exceptional organisational skills
- A keen eye for rostering
- Leadership and team building skills
- Ability to work autonomously
- Previous experience in leading a team
What can AEC Offer?
- Paid Parental Leave!
- A stable team of passionate vets & Nurses – Our team member retention is outstanding
- A skilled, motivated, and caring team
- An encouraging learning environment for advanced training
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- An impressively stocked food pantry
- A challenging and rewarding position – What doesn’t challenge you, won’t change you!
If you’ve been wanting to elevate your career to the next level, then please email your application including a cover letter and CV to todd.wade@aecvet.com.au
The Lost Dogs Home Veterinary Clinic, North Melbourne (posted 9th November)
Veterinary Nurse – Foster Care Program – Full Time/Part Time
Currently seeking a Veterinary Nurse for an exciting opportunity at The Lost Dogs’ Home. We can be flexible to offer a full time or part time role.
About us:
The Lost Dogs' Home (LDH) is proud to be Australia's largest animal shelter, helping thousands of lost and abandoned animals each year. We are a not-for-profit organisation that has been serving the community for over 100 years. We are dedicated to providing compassionate veterinary care to all animals who find their way to us.
About the role
Each year The Lost Dogs’ Home carers provide a temporary, loving home for thousands of animals who are recovering from surgery, undergoing behaviour training, too young for adoption, or need some extra TLC outside of the busy shelter environment. To support this program, LDH is seeking a passionate and experienced Veterinary Nurse to provide support for the veterinary services (including consultations, general treatment and surgical procedures) for our Foster Care Program animals.
A typical day will see you supporting a Veterinarian practising in a space solely dedicated to the foster care animals, the only client involvement will be with our foster carers. You will be supporting a Veterinarian with pre-operative and post-operative care, monitoring anaesthetics, admissions and discharges, assisting with nurse consults and helping the vet with general health checks and procedures.
You will have the satisfaction of knowing you are contributing positively to the animal’s journey in the shelter, setting them up for their pathway into a forever home. In addition to working with our foster care patients you may at times assist our Shelter Nursing team to cover for leave etc.
About you:
We are looking for an experienced Vet Nurse who shares our vision of promoting responsible pet ownership and animal welfare and who are committed towards providing the best care to animals. Additionally, you will have:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Minimum 2+ years nursing experience
- Confidence with monitoring anaesthetics and surgery nursing skills
- Exceptional animal handling skills and knowledge of animal behaviour
- Passion for animal care and an advocate for best practice
What we can offer you
- Fantastic career development and opportunities to develop skills not only shelter medicine but also in the animal welfare industry
- A unique and rewarding nursing role, minimal client facing duties
- A compassionate, supportive and proud work environment
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program and onsite counselling service
- Discounts at our veterinary clinic, Frank Samways
If you are interested in a change from your typical general practice role and want to use your nursing skills and experience to help improve the wellbeing of pets in need, we would love to hear from you! Please apply now via our careers page here.
For any enquiries about this role, please contact as at recrutiment@dogshome.com.
If you would like to learn more about The Lost Dogs’ Home visit us at https://dogshome.com/
COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions
LDH employees are considered to be ‘veterinary and pet/ animal care workers’ under the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination (Workers) Directions (Directions) issued by Victoria’s Chief Health Officer. This means that LDH employees and must be vaccinated in accordance with the Directions (subject to any applicable exemptions) and provide their employer with their vaccination information, as a condition of their employment at LDH. LDH will not be able to proceed with applicants who do not comply with the Directions. All information provided to LDH in compliance with these directions will be treated as sensitive information and managed in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1988.
The successful applicant will be required to complete satisfactory background screening checks.
The Lost Dogs' Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
Corio and Lara Veterinary Clinics, Geelong (posted 8th November)
Corio and Lara Veterinary Clinics are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic and motivated veterinary nurse to join our supportive, friendly team.
Are you:
- Confident in all aspects of nursing, from reception to surgical nursing, with at least two years’ experience?
- Looking for a clinic which will let you show off your amazing skills at blood collection, catheter placement, dental scaling and polishing, dental radiography and loads more?
- Itching to develop and extend on your skills in a supportive, friendly team environment
- A great worker who likes a fast-paced clinic where we work hard but enjoy a laugh together too!
- We use RxWorks – experience would be great, if not we can easily train you!
We want to hear from you!
What we can offer you:
- A big team of support around you, with 10 fellow nurses and 4 vets
- A positive environment, where vets and nurses work together in the best interests of the patient
- All the toys to play with, including Idexx lab equipment, Surgivet with capnography, digital X-ray and dental X-ray, iM3 dental machine, Bair Huggers, fluid warmers and much more!
- A location that can’t be beaten - only 45mins to Melbourne CBD, and 35 mins to the Surf Coast!
The hours:
Your hours will be between the varied shifts, clinic hours are 8-6pm weekdays, and some Saturday shifts on a rotating roster. We are closed on Sundays and public holidays and do not work overnight or on call.
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you!
https://vet.partners/careers/?p=job%2FolBthfwq
Johnston Street Veterinary Clinic, Fitzroy (posted 8th November)
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About us:
We are a busy independent clinic located in Fitzroy. Easy access to yummy coffee, bars and eateries.
Our team is inclusive, friendly and supportive.
Our Vet services are personable; we love building client relationships and servicing gold standard vet care.
- We promote a positive work environment and mental health awareness.
- Our vet and nurse team are very experienced and enjoy mentoring and supporting those wanting to learn or increase their skill base.
- We accommodate your work/life balance. Yes, we actually do!
- No Sundays or Pub Holidays.
- Our clientele is dedicated, educated and progressive pet owners who trust us.
The Role:
- We are looking for a FULL TIME Veterinary Nurse to work with an alternating Saturday shift. We have a full time nurse leaving for maternity leave but also need help with covid busyness!
- Above Award Pay.
- Nurse centric clinic: You will be involved in many clinical aspects such as IVC placement, blood collection, radiology, in house pathology, nurse consultations and more.
- A dynamic and busy workload with a nurse assistant and receptionist to help you focus on nursing. Yes to help YOU!
- To be able to provide exceptional patient care in a modern, purpose-built clinic with excellent equipment.
About you:
- You are qualified with a Certificate IV, RVN AVNAT or equivalent.
- You have 4 or more years’ experience, in a busy veterinary environment.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- Superb computer skills, telephone manner and professional presence.
- You already encompass CORE nurse values (Gold standard Patient Care, good clinical knowledge).
- You enjoy building rapport with clients and making regular patient connections.
- You want to work at a clinic you would recommend your friends to use.
- You want to enjoy your work, your patients and working with your colleagues.
Check out us on Instagram, Facebook and at www.jsvet.com.au To apply please send your CV and cover letter to our Practice Manager Amy at amy@jsvet.com.au
Better Veterinary Referrals, Moorabbin (posted 8th November)
Veterinary Nurse Required - $32 per hour
We are growing – come and grow with us!!
Work-Life balance is real…
4-day working week (part time considered)
No overtime
No weekends
No previous specialist experience required
Better Veterinary Referrals are seeking one full time, or 2 part time, Cert IV Veterinary Nurses.
About us: Better Veterinary Referrals is growing rapidly, and we are looking for additional nursing staff to join our established team. This is a unique opportunity for a qualified Veterinary Nurse with an interest in surgery and anaesthesia. We are a busy Specialist Mobile Surgery service, providing in-house referral surgery services to General Practitioners throughout Melbourne.
Location: We are based out of Moorabbin and travel to most Melbourne suburbs to perform surgery.
Transport: We provide you with a vehicle for work, we just need you to have a full drivers licence.
Qualifications: Cert IV, Veterinary Nurse
Experience: No previous experience in specialist nursing required.
Hours: Full time (part time also considered)
Pay Rate: $32 per hour
Vet Software: EzyVet (training provided)
About the position: We are looking for a qualified Veterinary Nurse to work alongside our existing team. Our team values a fun and supportive work dynamic, and a sense of humour is essential! Our surgical nurses either monitor the anaesthesia during our procedures or scrub in as the surgical assistant (training provided). Back at HQ, we have an automated medical instrument washer/disinfector and 5 autoclaves in our sterile supply, (as well as a monthly junk food allowance!) to optimise instrument processing.
Skills and Requirements:
- Cert IV, Veterinary Nurse
- Confident, outgoing, bubbly person, who loves animals and people and is a true team player
- As the first point of contact with our host practices the ideal candidate will be an ambassador for our practice and display a “can-do” attitude at all times.
- Be pro-active and driven in their tasks showing initiative to always provide best practice care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients.
- Flexibility and adaptability to multiple situations
- Ability to exercise skill, discretion, responsibility, empathy and compassion.
- Surgical nursing including, surgical equipment identification and care, surgical patient care, assisting in surgery and surgical monitoring
- Experience in meticulous cleaning and sterilisation of equipment after use.
What we offer:
- Great environment and team
- Amazing unique opportunity to advance your interest in surgery and anaesthesia – nurse continuing education provided.
- Vehicle for use during worktime
- Varied and interesting specialist level surgeries
- Above award payrate
- Great work-life balance with a 4-day workweek and no weekend work
Come and join us for a day to see what it is really like!
If this sounds like a role you would be interested in, please email your interest to ralph@bettervetreferrals.com.au and check us out at http://www.bettervetreferrals.com.au
North Croydon Veterinary Clinic, Croydon North (posted 8th November)
Position: Part Time Veterinary Nurse required
Our clinic is a busy clinic that is getting busier. We are currently looking for a nurse to join our growing team of friendly and compassionate Vets and Nurses.
We are looking for a qualified nurse with experience working in a clinic, but most importantly we are after someone with the following traits-
- Great customer service skills
- Ability to work as part of a team and also independently
- Great organisation and initiative
- Flexibility with hours
Current position is for 2-3 days a week, +/- one in 4 weekends, hours can be negotiated
We are a small but busy practice where all nursing duties are shared amongst the team. Duties include surgical nursing, medical and hospital care, reception and administration.
Pay is above the award for this role and will be commensurate with experience.
If you would love to work in a friendly, caring and fun environment then we would love to hear from you.
Please forward your current resume and cover letter to:
See our website http://www.northcroydonvetclinic.com.au/
Westernport Hastings Vet Clinic, Mornington Peninsula (posted 5th November)
Veterinary Nurse Full Time or Part Time
Westernport Vet Clinics is a small animal coastal practice located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula with beaches, walks, wineries and great restaurants. We have all the benefits of working in a rural community only hours’ drive from Melbourne. We are looking for a part time and full time All Rounder Nurse at our Hastings and Somerville clinics.
The Mornington Peninsula continues to grow with more residents relocating to our beautiful coastal towns which is why we are advertising for a part time and full- time nurse.
About Us:
Westernport Vet Clinics are non-corporate, family run veterinary practice with 3 branches in Hastings, Somerville and Balnarring. We have a varied and busy case load, with a great team of nurses and vets. We are constantly striving to do things better and are open to input and ideas from our whole team. We have a strong community focus – most of our team live and work in the community. We like to support local sporting teams, kinder and school fundraisers, and the local agricultural show.
Morning tea is provided daily as well as fruit boxes when seasonally available, and the coffee van visits the Hasting Vet Clinic every morning. We have a focus on staff well being and we have created a ‘Lotus Room” at our Hastings clinic for down time. There is a culture for caring for each other.
The Opportunity:
The successful candidate will be working at our Hastings clinic in roster rotation basis. Our practice hours are 8am to 7pm Monday to Friday, Saturday from 8am to 4pm. No after hours the phone is switched over to our local emergency centre and we are closed Sunday. We have a flexible work environment – our large team can support a late start or early finish if needed.
Responsibilities:
- Assist vets with surgery, examinations, consultations, and treatments
- Provide accurate surgical support, including placing intravenous catheters, including placing intravenous catheters, inducing anaesthetic, intubating surgery patients, clipping/prepping animals for surgery, monitoring anaesthetic, intravenous fluids.
- Perform routine diagnostic medical and laboratory tests
- Excellent animal and client care standards.
- Reception tasks including greeting clients, booking appointments, answering phones and parasite prevention advice.
- General Nursing tasks including pre- and post-operative care, pathology, radiology, care of medical and surgical cases, as well as emergency care.
- Maintaining hygiene of the practice including surgical areas, kennels, cattery, instruments, equipment, consulting rooms and reception.
Skills and Experience:
- Certificate IV qualification
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and exhibits attention to detail
- Possesses interpersonal and communication skills
- Customer service experience.
- Strong time management skills.
- Knowledge of Rx Works would be useful but not essential.
If you would like to join a fantastic team and have a feeling of being well appreciated, we would love to hear from you. Please forward your resume and references to: amanda@westernportvet.com.au or contact Amanda Vecchi.
For more information, see: http://www.westernportvet.com.au/
Goulburn Valley Equine Hospital, Shepparton (posted 5th November)
Equine Nursing position - Full Time
Goulburn Valley Equine Hospital located in Congupna, (Shepparton), Victoria is one of the busiest equine referral hospitals in the Southern hemisphere. With specialists in equine medicine, surgery and reproduction, the hospital, ambulatory and reproduction services collectively see over 4000 cases annually. The hospital provides a stimulating environment, training residents, interns and final year veterinary students all year round.
GVEH is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic equine nurse to work within the hospital. The position will involve rotations through the busy surgical service, medicine/ICU inpatients and outpatients (predominantly assisting with lameness evaluations). Shifts will be during the day and early evening and through the night on a rotating schedule. The successful applicant will join the existing team of 4-5 veterinary nurses.
A great attitude and excellent horse handling skills are required for the position, with equine nursing experience a prerequisite and qualifications desirable. A strong team work ethic and the ability to confidently work with minimal supervision are essential. The position is full time with an attractive salary on offer to the successful applicant.
For full position description and further information please contact: robert.ralston@gvequine.com.au
Please email resume and cover letter to: robert.ralston@gvequine.com.au
Diamond Valley Veterinary Hospitals, Eltham, North East Melbourne VIC (posted 4th November)
EXPERIENCED VETERINARY NURSE.
Diamond Valley Veterinary Hospitals.
Eltham Central Veterinary Hospital is located in the beautiful leafy suburb of Eltham and are looking to welcome an experienced veterinary nurse to join our fantastic team.
We are seeking a full time experienced veterinary nurse; the position would be 4 days a week including one Saturday every 3 weeks. The ideal candidate would have Certificate IV in Veterinary nursing or at least 6 months experience working in a clinic. This is a wonderful opportunity to have a hands-on role to utilise your veterinary nursing skills and work alongside other like-minded professionals in a supportive workplace. We believe our nurses are a vital component to our success.
We are a privately owned, well established, 2 clinic busy small animal practice that prides itself on our high level of veterinary care and services. We have an awesome team of experienced Vets and Nurse's and wonderful long-term clientele.
Eltham Central Veterinary Hospital is a purpose built ASAVA accredited Hospital, we enjoy managing our busy case load, there is always something to do. We are a fully equipped hospital, and we strive to give the highest quality of veterinary care for our patients and clients.
We are looking for someone with a friendly and professional can-do attitude, who enjoys customer service and prides themselves on their phone manner and client skills.
The ideal candidate would have good knowledge and understanding of Veterinary nursing procedures and be relatively confident in monitoring anaesthesia.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enhance your current skills and learn new ones.
We are an enthusiastic, motivated, helpful, and fun team of vets and nurses and would be delighted to welcome a new member to our team.
To apply please email your cover letter & CV with references to:
Leisa James at dvvhresumes@gmail.com
If you would like to learn more, please visit our website at: https://dvvet.com.au
Pascoe Vale Veterinary Hospital, North Melbourne (posted 3rd November)
Vet Nurse - Part Time
Trainee nurses encouraged to apply.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Part-time Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Pascoe Vale Vet Hospital, the ideal candidate will have a passion for high-level patient care, alongside the ability to develop great working relationships.
At Pascoe Vale Vet Hospital, we aim to provide a comprehensive, professional, and compassionate veterinary service. We recognise the significance of pets and the place they hold in a family. Our aim is to provide a friendly work environment with an emphasis on high standards of care and continuing education.
What we can offer:
- Work with an established high performing team
- We pay above award!
- Supportive team environment
- Be a part of the Vetpartners community
What you can offer us:
- A minimum 2 years veterinary nursing experience is desirable with Certificate IV in
- Veterinary Nursing qualification. However, a veterinary nurse currently studying / coming to the end of their studies with customer service experience is highly encouraged to apply.
- Someone who is passionate about gold standard patient care
- Ability to work confidently independently and within a team environment
- Exceptional communication and client relationship building skills
- Permanent opportunity with approx. 34 hours per fortnight
For further information, please visit: https://pascoevalevet.com.au/
Sounds great! How do I apply?
Please apply online with your CV and cover letter.
Dandenong Veterinary Hospital, Dandenong, SE Melbourne (posted 2nd November)
WANTED: Veterinary Nurse, Experienced, CASUAL.
Calling all experienced casuals! Looking for some additional shifts? Looking for a team that puts patients, clients and our lovely team at the centre of what they do? We would love the extra support you may be able to provide!
We are a non-corporate small animal Veterinry Hospital in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, and one of the oldest clinics in Melbourne (we began caring for local pets 94 years ago!). Although we are one of the oldest clinics, we are certainly not outdated in our patient care, having two enthusiastic practice owners who ensure that we strive to provide optimum care and standards to our clients and patients. We regularly invest in our team’s growth and development and are Lincoln Institute Employer of Choice Accredited.
Role summary:
- For a qualified or experienced Veterinary Nurse
- Casual. Most shifts available when team members are taking annual or personal leave.
- The role will be varied to suit your experience – likely to include components of surgical nursing, general nursing, nurse consulting and supporting the consulting vet, and some reception duties.
- Our nurses are quite hands-on, allowing them to enjoy many aspects of their role.
We are a 3 vet small animal hospital, seeing mainly dogs and cats, but also occasional exotics and wildlife. We strive to provide optimum care and standards to the small animal patients and clientele that we service. We are proud of the care we offer, and have a large focus on wellness preventative care. We all work together to provide team-driven care, so you will need the ability to work well within the team.
We have high standards amongst everyone in the team and to assist you in this there are designated duty checklists and many hospital standards-of-care for patients and clients. An attention to detail in completing all designated tasks is expected. If you have pride in your personal standards and your quality of care, then you are just the sort of person we seek!
We are keen in the use of modern technology, using both Ezyvet and Smartflow, allowing us to mostly practice paper-free. We utilize waste sorting including soft plastics to reduce our environmental footprint.
If you want to work in a team that truly values pet advocacy, engaging clients, and supporting fellow team members, then waste no time sending your cover letter and resume through!
Applications via email to:
Dr. Jessica Morse,
Email: jessica_morse@live.com
Please provide a (1) cover letter, (2) resume (3) reference contacts/letters supplied (no ‘upon request’ please).
Dandenong Veterinary Hospital
118 Princes Highway, Dandenong, Vic, 3175.
www.dvh.com.au
Greencross Vets Diamond Creek, North East Melbourne (posted 2nd November)
Vet Nurse
Diamond Creek VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our Diamond Creek team on a permanent part-time basis.
- Join a friendly, synergised team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses and supportive Management. One of the largest veterinary groups in Australia, we pride ourselves on our veterinary jobs with employee-led development and support program that includes a commitment to a better career/life balance. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
About Your New Role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, supporting and handling patients of all kinds
- 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 under Veterinary guidance, 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
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- A good knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
What we offer you
- A permanent part-time role with variety
- Above award rates and great benefits
- An interesting and varied role as well as a dynamic and supportive team environment
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education and ongoing learning
- Access to a support network of like-minded Vet Nurses
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading Continuing Education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally; Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC.
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Richard Buckley, Area Manager on: rbuckley@gxltd.com.au
Animal Referral Hospital Essendon Fields, North West Melbourne (posted 1st November)
Specialty Trainee Emergency & Critical Care Vet Nurse
Essendon Fields VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our Essendon Fields team on a full-time basis.
- Expand your clinical skills and knowledge in a supportive, exciting, and dynamic environment in this permanent role
- Work Monday to Friday during business hours
- Above award salary in line with experience
Are you interested in becoming an Emergency & Critical Care Nurse? Not quite sure of the best place to start?
Animal Referral Hospital is pleased to offer a position for a GP nurse to join our team. The position would suit an energetic, motivated nurse with a minimum of 2 years clinical experience in General practice, who is interested in emergency and critical care medicine.
The role of a trainee Emergency & critical care veterinary nurse has been developed to support the smooth transition from general practice to specialty nursing.
The object of the trainee ECC nurse is to provide the individual with the opportunity to put essential emergency & critical care theory into developing specialty knowledge, gain valuable practical skills and competency in a relevant and real organisation.
Our workplace offers this knowledge and skill to an individual who has aspirations of career progression in emergency & critical care and helping them achieve those learning outcomes. The trainee nurse can also get a perspective of the care a patient receives on other departments and how each impacts the patient’s overall care.
Under the mentorship of our teams ECC technicians/nurses & vets, the program includes rotation through daytime, night-time, evening, and weekend shifts. Five weeks annual leave and above award salary is offered.
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Essendon has a 24 hour per day, 7 days a week, dedicated emergency, and critical care (ECC) service. The hospital is staffed with an outstanding team of emergency veterinarians and nurses working alongside specialists in ECC / internal medicine and surgery. We aim to provide a responsive, comprehensive emergency and referral service to Victorian veterinarians, their clients, and their pets. We provide high professional and clinical standards, which are tempered with genuine care and compassion.
About Your New Role
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to;
- Admission & triage of emergency patients
- Forward planning and providing direct and individualised patient care for critically ill patients
- Performing diagnostics and treatments
- Plan and perform anaesthesia for ill or unstable patients
- Record all care information concisely and accurately
- Work directly under the guidance and support of veterinarians and senior nurses
- Liaise knowledgeably and accurately with staff and clients.
- General Housekeeping
Essential Attributes
- Minimum of 2 years of full-time experience in general practice post qualification
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or higher
- A professional, energetic, and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a face-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Well-developed organisational skills
- Interest in emergency critical care medicine
Benefits for You
- Expand your clinical skills and knowledge in a supportive, exciting, and dynamic environment
- A challenging and rewarding position
- In-house continuous education/ professional development/ Yearly CE budget for external education
- Mentorship, on job training and continuous workplace support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Staff discounts and social events
How to Contact Us
To apply send your cover letter and resume to Fiona Hall on F.Hall@arhvets.com addressing the criteria above.
Craigieburn Animal Hospital, Northern Melbourne (posted 1st November)
VETERINARY NURSE REQUIRED CRAIGIEBURN
Our highly sought after practice has an opening for an experienced, competent nurse to join our team. Our business spans over 3 clinics based in the northern suburbs of Melbourne. The successful applicant will be offered a full-time position with extras depending on your skill set and level of experience. The position will mainly be based but not limited to Craigieburn.
Ideally our new nurse will have a Certicate IV in Veterinary Nursing, surgical nursing experience, demonstrated organisational skills, be someone who cares about client and patient outcome, and want to further their career in veterinary nursing.
If you are multi skilled; able to help at reception, speak well with customers, have effective time-management and great organisational skills, ability to work efficiently within a team environment and independently when required maybe you are the right person to join us. As one of our exceptional nurses your skills will be sought after in many areas of the practice.
To the right applicant there is the opportunity to advance your veterinary nursing experience and human resource skills into a managerial role. Our veterinary surgeon team is renowned for their reproduction, rehabilitation skills and the advanced surgeries we perform. Our team is well renowned for their reproduction, surgical and rehabilitation skills. As our nursing team member we will serve you by developing your skills further, through our training sessions and and varied daily case load. We will develop your growth, knowing what your career path is in professional training over time.
If you know you are the person to join our team please send your updated CV, two current references with a cover letter explaining why you are the person to join our team to: Dr Michael Bell
michaelbellhawk@outlook.com
Animal Referral Hospital Essendon Fields, North of Melbourne (posted 1st November) Specialty Vet Nurse
Specialty Vet Nurse
Essendon Fields VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our Essendon Fields team on a full-time basis.
- Expand your clinical skills and knowledge in a supportive, exciting and dynamic environment in this permanent role
- Work Monday to Friday during business hours
- Above award salary in line with experience
There is never a dull moment in the critical care unit: Do you like to keep things interesting and enjoy the variety of pace and cases emergency & critical care has to offer?
If you are an emergency & critical care nurse who likes to be on your toes and ready for anything - we would like to hear from you!
A rare opportunity has become available for a successful emergency and critical care nurse to join our team working closely alongside our two-board certified criticalists providing direct specialty nursing and urgent attention to patients under the guidance of our team, and a portion of time spent seeing primary emergencies during business hours.
The successful applicant will require a large amount of collaboration with our criticalist and be prepared for a whole range of patient conditions. The cases that require criticalist attention can be complex and constantly in need of attention. Dealing with patients with cardiac emergencies, heat stroke, trauma, emergency surgery and bleeding disorders. In general, the ECC nurse will work closely with our criticalist to ensure each patient is receiving the best possible care.
The successful applicant will work Monday – Friday, helping maintain a healthy work/life balance.
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Essendon has a 24 hour per day, 7 days a week, dedicated emergency and critical care (ECC) service. The hospital is staffed with an outstanding team of emergency veterinarians and nurses working alongside specialists in ECC / internal medicine and surgery. We aim to provide a responsive, comprehensive emergency and referral service to Victorian veterinarians, their clients and their pets. We provide high professional and clinical standards, which are tempered with genuine care and compassion.
ARH is well equipped with CT, MRI, digital radiology, ultrasound, endoscope, in-house laboratory, ventilators, patient monitors and sophisticated emergency and surgical facilities. ARH utilises fully integrated Rx works software and operates with Smartflow electronic hospital charting. We also have the added advantage of internal referral to our associate specialist departments in surgery, medicine and advanced imaging.
Our nursing team is highly valued and encouraged to utilise their skills and work autonomously to support our specialist veterinarians in providing exceptional patient care. Nurses also have access to regular free in-house continuing education sessions to develop their existing skillset and knowledge.
About Your New Role
- Admission of emergency patients
- Willingness and ability to perform patient discharges, team consulting
- Forward planning and providing direct and individualised patient care for critically ill patients
- Performing diagnostics and treatments
- Plan and perform anaesthesia for ill or unstable patients
- Record all care information concisely and accurately
- Some administrative tasks from time to time and client complaints
- Work directly under the guidance and support of veterinarians and senior nurses
- Liaise knowledgeably and accurately with staff and clients.
- General Housekeeping
Essential Attributes
- Minimum 5 years full-time ICU nursing in a specialist or referral hospital or university ECC setting
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or higher equivalent
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a face-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Well-developed organisational skills
- Interest in emergency & critical care medicine
- Complimentary skillset
- Focus and discernment
Desirable attributes
- Knowledge of Rx works / Smart flow will be highly regarded
Benefits for You
- Expand your clinical skills and knowledge in a supportive, exciting and dynamic environment
- Career Advancement
- A challenging and rewarding position
- In-house continuous education/ professional development/ Yearly CE budget for external education
- Mentorship, on job training and continuous workplace support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Staff discounts and social events
How to Contact Us
To apply send your cover letter and resume to Fiona Hall on F.Hall@arhvets.com addressing the criteria above.
Hampton Park Veterinary Hospital, South East Melbourne (posted 29th October)
Vet Nurse
Southeastern Suburbs Melbourne
Opportunity awaits!
Seeing pet owners face light up when you walk out to reunite them with their once sick pet…it’s a buzz right…
That’s the type of VN we want to join us
We require another vet nurse for our small animal veterinary hospital
For us, being a successful VN is all about care and connection...
To connect and cultivate great owner/pet relationship for the betterment of the pets’ wellbeing...We expect you have completed a cert IV or equivalent and have a minimum of 12-month post grad experience.
Maybe you are thinking I have got many years of vet nursing under you belt and you want to mentor and share your experience.
For the right person we would consider a lefnading vet nurse position.
- You will be a great communicator
- The position requires confident veterinary nursing skills.
- Demonstrate strong anaesthetic management skills
- You should possess a clear mind for detail and organization.
- You must have a proven ability to follow process, deliver tasks on time.
- We want someone is prepared to step forward and make a real contribution and complement our devoted team.
You’ll be supported with modern equipment to enable you to deliver the health care our clients expect.
A little bit more about the role:
- Your time will be split between medical nursing surgical nursing and nursing in consult room.
- Great news there is minimal reception work as your dedicated customer care handles this.
- Hours are approx. 35 hours per week. The role involves working a Saturday on rotation 1 in 3.
- There’s no afterhours so you know when you are off it’s real down time.
Apply at:
application@hamptonparkvets.com.au
Veterinary Referral Hospital Dandenong, South East Melbourne (posted 29th October)
Surgery Vet Nurse
Dandenong VIC
An opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our Surgery Team at VRH Dandenong on a full-time basis.
The Veterinary Referral Hospital (VRH) provides comprehensive patient care from Emergency and Critical Care to Specialist Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology and Diagnostic Imaging. We recently acquired a Specialist Anaesthetist team to share their knowledge and support our nurses and so we sure pack in a lot under this roof!
We stand by our core values of Passion, Authenticity, Caring, Knowledge and Togetherness.
We practice the highest standards of care whilst remaining a friendly and relaxed clinic. We support the growth of the industry by virtue of being a teaching and learning hospital, with internships (vet and nursing), student placements and presentations to local and global forums. Nevertheless, we never forget that we are here to provide the best service and care for our patients, their owners, and our own team members.
In Surgery, you will work with a close-knit team of nurses, specialists and interns focussed on the highest levels of surgical and nursing care for both orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures. You will be supported on complicated anaesthetics with our specialist anaesthetist team. So, we would love to hear about your experience with anaesthesia in a surgical setting.
What we offer you
- The opportunity to expand your clinical skills in a supportive, exciting, and dynamic environment
- A challenging and rewarding position – enabling you to feel good about what you do!
- A personalised training program including access to local and international courses
- Support both professionally and personally with a focus on mental health and well-being
- An attractive salary package to recognise and enhance the skills and talents of the right person;
- An employment offering that promotes a healthy balance of work and well-being priorities
- The ability to work at any of the other Animal Emergency Centres in Melbourne
To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Qualifications as a Veterinary Nurse, minimum Certificate IV or equivalent
- A higher level of competency in all areas of Veterinary Nursing
- At least 2 years of experience in the veterinary industry
- Exceptional organisation and communication skills
- A flexible, adaptable, and positive “we’ve got this” attitude!
Experience in referral hospitals is preferable but not essential.
If you are not quite sure, why not come and check us out to see if we are the team for you?
If this role looks like the one you’ve been searching for and sounds like your next challenge, send your cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria to Michael Wilhelm, People and Culture Co-ordinator on hr@vrh247.com.au
Greencross Vets Glen Eira, South-East Melbourne (posted 27th October) Practice Manager
Vet Practice Manager
Glen Eira VIC
An opportunity for a Practice Manager to join our Glen Eira team on permanent full-time basis.
- Take on a leadership role for a talented team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses and supportive Management. One of the largest veterinary groups in Australia, we pride ourselves on our veterinary jobs with employee-led development and support program that includes a commitment to a better career/life balance. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all of the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
What you’ll be doing each day
- Managing the day to day operations of our clinic, including stock management, people management, rostering and change management
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre-and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care
- Leading and developing our team and building a positive team culture
- Monitoring monthly financial performance and team performance, whilst implementing actions to encourage improvement
- Driving our business forward through creating and implementing local marketing initiatives
- Delivering outstanding service and care to all patients and owners
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience in a Practice Manager role
- Previous experience leading a team
- Strong leadership and team building skills, and the ability to provide coaching for team members and to build a positive culture in your team
- Experience with Rx works (preferred but not essential)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Good business acumen and organisational skills
What we offer you
- A permanent full-time role with variety
- Above award pay rates and great benefits
- An interesting 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 Vet Nurses and Practice Managers
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading continuing education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally (Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC).
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Trent Morpeth, Area Manager on trent.morpeth@greencrossvet.com.au
Greencross Vets Williamstown, South-West Melbourne (posted 27th October) Practice Manager
Vet Practice Manager
Williamstown VIC
An opportunity for a Practice Manager to join our Williamstown team on a permanent full-time basis.
- Take on a leadership role for a talented team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses and supportive Management. One of the largest veterinary groups in Australia, we pride ourselves on our veterinary jobs with employee-led development and support program that includes a commitment to a better career/life balance. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all of the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
What you’ll be doing each day
- Managing the day to day operations of our clinic, including stock management, people management, rostering and change management
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre-and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care
- Leading and developing our team and building a positive team culture
- Monitoring monthly financial performance and team performance, whilst implementing actions to encourage improvement
- Driving our business forward through creating and implementing local marketing initiatives
- Delivering outstanding service and care to all patients and owners
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 5 or more years of experience in a Practice Manager role
- Previous experience leading a team
- Strong leadership and team building skills, and the ability to provide coaching for team members and to build a positive culture in your team
- Experience with Rx works (preferred but not essential)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Good business acumen and organisational skills
What we offer you
- A permanent full-time role with variety
- Above award pay rates and great benefits
- An interesting 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 Vet Nurses and Practice Managers
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading continuing education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally (Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC).
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Trent Morpeth, Area Manager on trent.morpeth@greencrossvet.com.au
Animal Eye Care, East Malvern, SE Melbourne (posted 27th October)
Full Time Veterinary Nurse - Specialist Referral Practice
Animal Eye Care is the pre-eminent Veterinary Ophthalmology Clinic in Australia and continuing to grow. We are seeking an ophthalmic assistant to join our existing veterinary and nursing team on a permanent basis. Fulltime work of 38 hours Monday to Friday is offered. Weekend work is not part of the normal roster. Part-time may be considered for the right candidate.
Animal Eye Care was the first stand-alone veterinary referral practice in Australia and has set the standard for providing the highest level of patient care and veterinary ophthalmology for nearly 30 years. We are also the leading practice in terms of providing continued veterinary education to veterinarians throughout Melbourne and Australia.
We value the work/life balance of our team and offer above award remuneration to qualified and experienced candidates.
Responsibilities as a veterinary nurse:
- Monitoring patient comfort and vital signs and maintaining patient charts during anaesthesia
- Administering medications and maintenance of IV catheters
- Communicating with clients as required especially with detailed explanation of discharge instructions
- Maintaining a high standard of ward and surgery organisation and cleanliness
- Instruments cleaning and sterilisation
- Reception duties including triaging of emergency cases, booking appointments, and liaising with clients and referring veterinarians
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes:
- Minimum of 2 years nursing experience
- Minimum Certificate IV or equivalent experience
- Exceptional customer service and strong communication skills
- Flexible team member that gets along with all personalities
- Mature and responsible
Animal Eye Care can offer:
- Working with a team of dedicated and hard-working professionals (both veterinarians and veterinary nurses)
- Opportunity to learn more about veterinary ophthalmology
- Attractive remuneration and benefits
- A workplace that is supportive and strives to always be a pleasant place to work with an outlook that we must always be kind to each other. We are committed to this philosophy – not just as an ideal but as events that are actioned – this has been particularly relevant during the past 18 months and we are so proud of all team members who have made this happen
- Regular team meetings and training
Further Information:
Please visit our website: www.animaleyecare.com.au for further information about who we are and what we do.
Please send your application and CV to jane@animaleyecare.com.au if this position appeals to you. If you would like more information please call 03 9563 6488 and ask to speak with Nicole Turnbull, our head nurse.
Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre, Glen Waverley, Melbourne (posted 26th October)
Veterinary Night Nurse
Glen Waverley
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our team of Specialist Vets and Nurses at Glen Waverley on a part-time basis.
- Immediate start
- Part-time position – 3 x 12-hour shifts per week
- No weekend rosters
- No public holidays
- Above award wage
- Based at our Glen Waverley Centre
The Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre (MVSC) is a multi-disciplinary specialist veterinary centre providing services from three locations to veterinary practices within metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Our excellent team of Specialist Veterinarians and Veterinary Nurses are seeking a motivated and passionate night nurse. This role would be ideal for a fully qualified Veterinary Nurse with experience working in a specialist centre or a busy emergency department environment, is highly motivated, can multi-task and can work well autonomously.
This is a part-time position working 3 x 12-hour night shifts per week with no public holidays or weekend work required. Interesting case load, a fun and supportive work environment, above award wage, working closely with our Surgery and Internal Medicine teams.
About Your Skills & Experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Minimum 3 years of experience
- Experience in after hours and a specialist or emergency Veterinary centre
- Team focussed with excellent communications skills
- Able to work autonomously and show initiative
- The ability to work in a fast-past environment with a can-do attitude
- Providing high standard of care to patients
- Full working rights in Australia essential
Benefits for You
We provide a supportive and friendly team environment combined with access to Health and Wellness programmes, Employee Assistance Program and other employee benefits along with exposure to interesting and exciting specialist surgery and internal medicine cases.
How to Contact Us
Please forward your cover letter outlining your interest in the role and resume to Stacey Cooke, Client Relations Manager via email, info@melbvet.com.au. Reference: Night Nurse
Only successful candidates progressing to the interview phase will be contacted.
All applicants must have the right to work in Australia. Applications without a cover letter addressing the key requirements will not be considered.
Animal Emergency Centre Frankston, Melbourne VIC (posted 26th October) Vet Nurse Manager
Vet Nurse Manager
Frankston VIC
The Animal Emergency Centre Frankston has a unique opportunity for a passionate and innovative Nurse Manger to join our Team, who is motivated by leading an ECC nursing team including ancillary services, to provide a safe and high standard of patient care and client service. The Nurse Manager will work closely with the Business Manager and Vet Directors on all aspects of running the hospital and assume overall responsibility for the nursing department.
Responsibilities would include;
- Managing day to day operations of the hospital
- Overseeing nursing care and client services
- Leading and developing the nursing team, and building a positive team culture
- Workforce planning including rosters and recruitment
- Clinical shifts as part of the nursing roster
- Availability to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays
- Inventory management
- Administrative tasks
- Contributing to the continuous development and improvement of the AEC
The Nurse Manager role is an exciting opportunity to join one of Melbourne’s most dynamic ECC hospitals, where there is a genuine drive to provide a supportive and caring work environment. The role will be supported by a highly experienced and collaborative leadership team, with over 15 years of veterinary leadership and management experience.
At the AEC we are passionate about providing our team with the opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities. Our Nurse Manager plays a key role in developing and mentoring our nurse dept, therefore a high motivation in these areas is crucial.
What you need to bring
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- A passion to lead and motivate a high functioning nursing team
- Exceptional organisational skills
- A keen eye for rostering
- Leadership and team building skills
- Ability to work autonomously
- Previous experience in leading a team
What can AEC Offer?
- Paid Parental Leave!
- A stable team of passionate vets & Nurses – Our team member retention is outstanding
- A skilled, motivated, and caring team
- An encouraging learning environment for advanced training
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- An impressively stocked food pantry
- A challenging and rewarding position – What doesn’t challenge you, won’t change you!
If you’ve been wanting to elevate your career to the next level, then please email your application including a cover letter and CV to todd.wade@aecvet.com.au
Hoppers Crossing Veterinary Clinic & Hospital, South West Melbourne (posted 26th October)
VET NURSE REQUIRED - Casual
Hoppers Crossing Veterinary Clinic are proud to be the oldest privately run veterinary practice in all of Wyndham!
Our vets, Kristi, Roslyn, Joe, Jocelyn and our team of nurses have been just as dedicated with many of them with us for 10 and 20 plus years!!! It’s what makes our clinic so special.
We are urgently seeking a fully qualified Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse to join us on a casual basis.
Plenty of choccies, biscuits and donuts are on offer from our beautiful long term clients to help keep you energised through your shift!
No after hours is required, latest afternoon shift ends by 8pm with an occasional Saturday.
We are a small animal practice, with lots of toys to play with.
Please send your CV to: hopperscrossingvet@netspace.net.au
Melbourne Eye Vet, Mulgrave, SE Melbourne (posted 25th October) Veterinary Ophthalmic Nurses
Veterinary Ophthalmic Nurses
Melbourne EyeVet (MEV) is looking for two junior veterinary nurses to join our growing team! We currently have four specialists, one resident, one intern and a current team of seven nurses. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of dedicated and hard working professionals that strive to provide gold standard care to their clients and patients.
MEV is a veterinary ophthalmology specialist hospital located in Mulgrave, Victoria. We have a purpose built, state of the art facility for treating patients with eye diseases. Our philosophy is to provide a dignified, high quality service to referring veterinarians and their patients throughout Victoria.
About the position
- Full time - Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends on call (maximum 1 in 6 weekends)
- Above award rates are offered to exceptional candidates
The successful candidate will need to have
- Qualification as a Veterinary Nurse Certificate IV or above
- A minimum of 1 year of experience working in a general practice
- Excellent animal handling skills
- Enthusiastic attitude to learn from senior nurses
- Desire to further their skillset and knowledge in all aspects of veterinary ophthalmology
- Exceptional organisational and communication skills
- A calm and friendly personality
- Meticuluous attention to detail
How to apply
Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter outlining why you would be an ideal candidate for this position, including contact details for two referees.
If this position is right for you, please forward your CV and cover letter to Dr Anu O'Reilly and Dr Gemma Turner to info@melbourneeyevet.com.au.
Aspendale Gardens Veterinary Hospital, South East Melbourne (posted 25th October)
Aspendale Gardens Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking an experienced nurse to join our team. Our independently owned 100% small animal hospital is well equipped and has an excellent reputation. We pride ourselves on delivering a high level of clinical care and maintaining a close relationship with our clients.
We are looking for a permanent full-time nurse, however there is the option of a part time/casual position.
We are seeking a friendly, caring, and compassionate veterinary nurse with a positive attitude and great work ethic. The clinic is very busy, so good time management skills are vital.
Our ideal applicant will possess the following qualities:
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Minimum 2 years veterinary nursing experience
- Great verbal and written communication skills
- Easy going personality who gets on well with others in a team
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Eagerness to learn
- Flexibility of working hours
- Excellent general computer skills
The position involves all aspects of veterinary nursing care including reception duties, surgical nursing, cleaning, assisting during consultations and caring for hospitalised patients.
We encourage continuing education and provide lots of training to keep improving your nursing skills. Our nurses place IV catheters, collect bloods samples and are closely involved in patient care. Don’t worry if you haven’t had this opportunity previously as we can teach you. So, if you are looking for somewhere where you can extend your skills, use your training, and be part of a really dedicated team of experienced vets and nurses, then please send in an application.
Please note that at this time we do not have a position for a trainee nurse.
If you have any queries, please contact the clinic on (03) 9587 4599 and speak to Dr Laura Hook. Please send your CV and cover letter to mail@aspendalegardensvet.com.au
Please visit our website: https://www.aspendalegardensvet.com.au/
Seaford & Carrum Downs Veterinary Hospitals, South East Melbourne (posted 25th October)
Part Time Veterinary Nurse for Seaford and Carrum Downs Veterinary Hospitals
Seaford and Carrum Downs Veterinary Hospital has been serving the local community for over 30 years. The clinic has a team of 6 veterinarians and a wonderful team of nurses. We are located in a beach side suburb of the Mornington Peninsula with lovely beaches, great cafes and you can go for a walk on the beach after work.
Seaford and Carrum Downs Veterinary Hospital is a well-equipped facility including in-house blood test machine, digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound.
Both hospitals enjoy a very strong and loyal client base, who are committed to their pet’s health. Our clients are well educated and allow our team the opportunity to work up and treat cases thoroughly.
The Opportunity:
We are looking for a Veterinary Nurse or two, to join both of our teams on a Part-time basis, we could accommodate anywhere from 22 - 38 hours a week which includes weekend shifts at both of our hospital.
This position covers all aspects of veterinary nursing, from assisting with a wide surgical caseload, blood sampling and in-house pathology, cannula placement, to animal handling and kennel cleaning. There is also a component of reception duties including answering client enquiries over the phone, updating patient records, making appointments and discharge of patients.
The person we are seeking must have:
You will lead the way with your skills and have a huge impact by being involved in saving animals lives. Ideally you will possess:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (preferred but not required)
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Veterinary Nurse
- Dedication to making a difference
- Ability to work efficiently, independently and you must be a team player
- Duty of care and ethics in providing exceptional patient care
- Excellent client building skills
- Exceptional written, verbal and computer skills
- Bright, bubbly person
Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications. If this role is the right one for you, and you would like to become part of the dynamic Seaford team please email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the above-mentioned criteria to:
Sandra Murphy
Seaford Veterinary Hospital
seaford_vet@yahoo.com or (03) 9785 2611
Feel free to check out our clinic on www.seafordvet.com.au
This job is not suitable for work placement, so please do not apply.
RSPCA Epping, North Melbourne (posted 25th October)
- Make a difference in animal welfare with a leading not-for-profit organisation
- An incredible unique opportunity to experience the work of Shelter Medicine
- Fixed-term part-time opportunity (4 days per week) for 6 months, with the possibility of extension
About Us
RSPCA Victoria is a non-government, community-based charity that works to prevent cruelty to animals by actively promoting their care and protection.
Our organisation’s purpose is to work with the community to achieve outstanding animal welfare through education, advocacy, and animal care and protection. RSPCA Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment that is underpinned by our values: respect, consideration, clarity, accountability, expertise, and collaboration.
About the role
We are currently recruiting an experienced part-time certified veterinary nurse to join our team in at the Epping Animal Welfare Facility, for 6 months with the possibility of extension.
Our clinic consists of an operating theatre, prep room, separate cat and dog wards, small laboratory, digital x-ray capability and computerised record keeping.
The successful candidate will provide high quality veterinary nursing services to RSPCA Victoria shelter patients. This exciting new opportunity will have a welfare focus and will allow you to be involved in checks of animals, collecting samples, triaging cases in the shelter, assisting shelter veterinarians in managing shelter patients and consults. In this role, you will also be required to assist veterinarians in surgeries and provide a high level of customer service to Foster Care clients and other RSPCA Victoria internal departments.
The successful applicant will be required to work (8:30am – 4:30pm) or (9am – 5pm) shifts with 1 in 4 weekends and some public holidays.
What we can offer you
- A uniquely diverse role with the opportunity to expand your skillset in shelter medicine and animal welfare.
- An opportunity to be trained and participate in high volume desexing, unique to the shelter environment.
- A great, cohesive, and supportive team.
- Access to a range of mental health and wellbeing supportive initiatives, including confidential counselling services, education programs, access our Parents and Carers platform that has a wealth of resources to support working parents and carers.
- Generous discount on products and services, including Hill’s pet food, Hush Puppies footwear and RSPCA Victoria retail and vet clinic products and services
- Encouraged work-life balance and a broad range of leave entitlements, including annual leave, personal leave, additional leave (6 days per year pro-rata), purchased leave, paid parental leave, study leave and paid family and domestic violence leave.
- Salary packaging and novated lease arrangements on offer with leading provider, Maxxia.
- Access to a range of learning and development opportunities that will benefit and support you in your role.
What we are looking for from you
- A few years’ experience in a veterinary nursing role is in a fast-paced practice is required, including basic knowledge of animal anatomy, behaviour, disease recognition and safe/calm handling practices.
- Well-developed veterinary nursing knowledge and skills.
- Ability to work in a challenging work environment, whilst showing great care and compassion to the animals in our care.
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem solving and organisational skills
- A positive and can-do attitude.
- The ability to work autonomously
- The ability to work rotating rosters including some weekends and public holidays.
- Previous shelter or welfare experience is desirable.
Qualifications and other requirements
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) is required.
- Evidence of current tetanus vaccination required.
- National Police Check required.
How to Apply
If you‘d like to work with our team and make a difference to the protection and welfare of all animals, please visit the advertisement for this position on our website and download the position description (top right-hand corner).
Click Apply Online to submit your application. Please upload your cover letter and resume as one PDF document.
Southpaws Specialty Surgery for Animals, Moorabbin (posted 22nd October)
Full Time Position – Surgical Veterinary Nurse – Surgery Department
Southpaws - One of Australia’s best-known referral hospitals.
We aim to be the first choice for expert veterinary care.
Our teams of industry experts ensure that the very best surgical, medical, cancer and critical care is delivered in a professional and comforting environment for pets their families.
As an employer
Southpaws is committed to leading the way in creating a workplace that operates the way we believe they should, rather than the way they always have. To help deliver on our goal of becoming an industry employer of choice, we have created career pathways that support year on year progression both for your capabilities as a professional, as well as your remuneration.
Southpaws is the only hospital in Melbourne to have full time Training & Development manager and Human Resources manager. These permanent on-site roles ensure the structure necessary to support people on their personal and professional journeys to fulfilling their potential.
Southpaws are proud of our values and look for these positive characteristics in all applicants:
Professionalism Integrity Trust Compassion Humour Innovation Teamwork
The role
You will be expected to deliver a high level of nursing care to all patients across a rotating roster with approximately 1 in 4 weekend cover/surgical on-call. You possess high quality skills in understanding & monitoring anaesthesia. You will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, both in a team and autonomously. Ventilator knowledge is advantageous however not essential.
- Certificate IV or equivalent qualification
- Plus 2-3 years’ experience
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a face-paced environment
- Exceptional organisational skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- High proficiency monitoring anaesthesia
Join the Southpaws family and enjoy the benefits:
- Generous pay and working conditions
- Industry leading employee discount scheme for family pets
- Dedicated HR and Training functions to help you fulfill your career goals and achieve your potential
- Monthly check-ins and dedicated platform for feedback and accountability at all levels in the hospital
- Monthly company-wide social initiatives to support deep, genuine relationships with colleagues
- The leading environment for veterinary professionals who wish to challenge the status quo and set new benchmarks for performance and capability
To apply to be a part of this exceptional team send a CV and Cover Letter to: HR@southpaws.com.au
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Oakleigh Central Vet, Oakleigh, South East Melbourne (posted 22nd October)
Veterinary Nurse - Permanent Full Time
Start date flexible (immediate start available)
We have a rare opportunity for a veterinary nurse to join our wonderful team as we say goodbye to one of our hugely talented senior vet nurses who is moving interstate in 4 weeks time.
A bit about us:
We are a recently renovated small animal general practice clinic located in the South East with easy access to public transport and on street parking for those that drive.
We have a harmonious close knit team of 7 veterinarians, 6 nurses, 2 animal attendants and 1 admin who all respect and value the important role each of us have in the smooth running of the clinic.
We value open communication throughout the entire team and always want everyone's input. We practice this by hosting weekly team meetings and twice daily rounds so everyone in the loop and have frequent opportunities to address issues.
We recognise the consistent effort everyone puts into their work (and understand how tiring that can be) so we close the clinic between 1:00PM and 2:00PM every day to ensure that all staff can take a real lunch break with no phones or clients to attend to.
We like to think of our team as a little family and we show this genuine appreciation by ensuring our staff earn a living wage, finish their shifts on time and are supported in their professional growth. We of course still do all the fun stuff like provide regular lunches, birthday celebrations and dinners out together but it is done with the understanding that we need to go beyond a pizza party to truly support the people who make up Oakleigh Central Vet.
What we offer you:
- Remuneration is above award wage and steadily increases on a scale that factors in experience, skills and qualifications
- A rotating roster and flexible hours to ensure you can fit work around your life.
- Continual internal and external learning opportunities with clinic funded continuing education (currently we are all doing the RECOVER course for BLS and ALS)
About you:
- You value clear and effective communication
- Asks questions and shows initiative
- Have at least 1 year experience and a certificate IV (or equivalent) - However please note that maintaining our culture is our top priority so we are flexible on this for the right candidate
We look forward to hearing from you and can't wait to welcome our new veterinary nurse to the team!
To apply or for further information please email our friendly Practice Manager on: holly.andrews@oakleighcentralvet.com.au
CASTLEMAINE VET CLINIC, South of Bendigo (posted 22nd October)
Exciting Opportunity for a self-motivated Vet Nurse, permanent part time or full time
We have an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our team in our purpose-built modern clinic. We are a team offering exceptional veterinary care, committed to excellence.
We welcome all qualified and experienced Vet Nurse applicants.
About the role:
Our vet nurses are integral to the medical support and exceptional service offered at our clinic. This role will contribute to the existing nursing team; offering a constant source of care and support to pets, clients, and the clinic team. On any given day this role will be required to support the medical care of animals, working alongside the consulting vets or during surgical procedures.
This role will be responsible for:
- Surgical patient admission and discharge procedures
- Maintenance of patient charts and records
- Performing IV catheterisation, blood collection and laboratory work
- Monitoring anaesthetics and vital signs during surgery
- Theatre setup and post-operative patient care
- Instrument cleaning, maintenance and autoclaving
- Surgery in-patient management, feeding, toileting, medicating, drain & feeding tube care
- Animal handling, and assistance with pathology and imaging during a work up of a case
- Assistance in dental procedures and consultations
- Being resourceful and seeking to educate and inform pet care givers on promoting preventative medicine, dietary and health care
- Upholding best practice and high standard of care including an ethical approach to animal and client care and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
What the successful candidate will bring to the role:
- Minimum of 3-5 years nursing experience
- Minimum Certificate IV or equivalent in Vet nursing
- Ability to work in a fast-paced high-pressured environment, able to multi task and respond to direction without hesitation
- Ability to work sole charge, but also as part of a team
- Exceptional time management, organisational skills, customer service and strong communication skills
- Highly motivated, strong work ethic, mature and responsible
- Excellent client service, phone, communication, and computer skills and can handle money accurately.
- Driver’s license and car is a must.
And importantly, we are looking for someone who:
- Genuinely cares for animals, clients and fellow team members
- Has an enquiring and inquisitive mind
- Can foresee what needs to be done and can get in a do it
- Understands that attention to detail is essential
CVC offers an attractive salary including:
5 weeks annual leave
Flexible family friendly days and hours
Salary is responsive to education and experience
Castlemaine Veterinary Clinic is a genuinely unique environment and one that encourages quality and excellence in all that we do. Our values, Our Clients and Our Community are important to us. We participate in community pro-bono de-sexing programmes and support many community groups. We are very excited to welcome the right member to our team.
Castlemaine is a vibrant eclectic community 90 minutes from Melbourne. It is surrounded by apple and olive orchards, vineyards, and renowned bicycle and walking tracks. Castlemaine boasts farmer’s markets, a thriving artist's community, microbreweries, wineries, a gorgeous art gallery and biennial arts and music festivals. It is also the hot rod capital of Australia! Castlemaine has several good primary schools and is 30 minutes from Bendigo which boasts a wider schooling choice.
All employees of Castlemaine vet Clinic must be willing to provide their COVID-19 Vaccination certificate or proof of exemption.
To apply, please prepare a cover letter highlighting why you think this role is ideal for you, together with an up-to-date resume and email to Athena Williams – practicemanager@castlemainevet.net.au
The Blackburn Vet, East Melbourne (posted 20th October)
The Blackburn Vet is looking for a Part-time Veterinary Nurse to join their team.
The Blackburn Vet is a small animal veterinary practice, providing veterinary service at the highest level since 1977. With an established core of committed clients, we are seeking a Part-time Veterinary Nurse to join our team.
The right candidate will have a commitment and passion for high-level patient and client care and the desire to provide exemplary customer service. The perfect candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team whilst demonstrating strong communication skills, along with having a collaborative team approach.
What we are looking for:
- Ideally a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in Veterinary Nursing with appropriate qualifications such as a Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Trainee nurses encouraged to apply
- An ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of the team
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated client relationship building skills
- A hard-working and a hands-on approach to your work
- Effective time management and organisation skills.
What we are offering:
- Focus and commitment to your professional development
- Access to a great team of Veterinarians and Nurses
- Flexibility and adventure with the possibility of working across any one of our
- Vetpartners clinics nationally if you so desire
- Opportunities for career advancement.
To learn more about our clinic please visit: https://blackburnvet.com.au/
Apply Now!
Please Apply Online with your Resume & Cover Letter.
Aberdeen Street Veterinary Clinic, Geelong West (posted 19th October)
We are seeking a part time qualified veterinary nurse to join our team.
Our newly renovated small animal clinic has all the mod cons, and we work very closely with referral specialists.
We are a small team dedicated to providing the very best patient care.
The successful candidate will need to -
- Hold certificate IV veterinary nursing
- Have a high standard of communication & computer skills
- Have a positive enthusiastic attitude
- Be self-motivated & show initiative
- Confident to work independently as well as part of a team
Please forward resumes to: abervet174@gmail.com
Geelong Veterinary Hospital, Melbourne (posted 19th October)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Geelong Veterinary Hospital is seeking a qualified, experienced full-time Veterinary Nurse.
We have recently moved into a brand-new clinic with an extension to be built within the coming months. We operate a well-equipped practice using Idexx Neo practice software and have in house laboratory facilities, ultrasound, digital x-ray, dental x-ray and IM3 dental machine. We have a growing client base that love their pets and are eager for gold standard advice and care. We have a great team of experienced Nurses and Vets.
Our practice is a very friendly, hardworking practice that depends heavily on our nurses’ knowledge and hands on experience. Our nurses take bloods and other pathology samples, place catheters, induce and monitor anaesthesia, scrub in on surgeries, do admissions and discharges – the list goes on!
We are seeking a veterinary nurse who can provide high standards of care, excellent communication skills, is enthusiastic with a friendly disposition and is a team player. This is not a corporate practice but owned with the owner working in the practice.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Reception duties, counter sales and administration
- Patient nursing, placing catheters, taking bloods
- Monitoring anaesthesia, and surgical nursing including orthopaedics and caesareans
- Nurse consultations
- Liaising with clients
- Teaching nursing students will also be required.
Our nurses are rostered on a 4 day week, giving each nurse a day off each week and 1 in 3 Saturday mornings that are rotated. We are a dedicated team who are eager to welcome a new enthusiastic member to join us with a great working environment.
Please send your resume to: geelongvet@bigpond.com
Veterinary Referral Hospital Dandenong, South East Melbourne (posted 19th October)
ECC Vet Nurse
Dandenong VIC
The Veterinary Referral Hospital (VRH) provides comprehensive patient care from Emergency and Critical Care to Specialist Surgery, Medicine, Neurology and Diagnostic Imaging – which includes an on-site 1.5 tesla MRI. We recently acquired a Specialist Anaesthetist team and with the launch of our Oncology Department in August, we sure pack in a lot under this roof!
We stand by our core values of Passion, Authenticity, Caring, Knowledge and Togetherness.
What we do
We practice the highest standards of care whilst remaining a friendly and relaxed clinic. We support the growth of the industry by virtue of being a teaching and learning hospital, with internships (vet and nursing), student placements and presentations to local and global forums. Nevertheless, we never forget that we are here to provide the best service and care for our patients, their owners, and our own team members.
About Your New Role
An opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our Emergency Team at VRH Dandenong on a full-time basis. This is for a maximum term of 12 months to cover a maternity leave vacancy.
In Emergency and Critical Care, the role will include all aspects of nursing from admissions to anaesthesia, Critical Care nursing through to recovery and discharge. As a 24/7 clinic, shift work including overnights and weekends will be required and you will be allowed to grow into your role, guided by a supportive team of specialists, vets and nurses. Experience in critical care and unstable patient care will be highly regarded.
What we offer you
- The opportunity to expand your clinical skills in a supportive, exciting, and dynamic environment
- A challenging and rewarding position – enabling you to feel good about what you do!
- A personalised training program including access to local and international courses
- Support both professionally and personally with a focus on mental health and well-being
- An attractive salary and benefits to recognise the skills and talents of the right person
- The ability to work at any of the other Animal Emergency Centres in Melbourne
To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the following
- Qualifications as a Veterinary Nurse, minimum Certificate IV or equivalent
- A higher level of competency in all areas of Veterinary Nursing
- At least 2 years’ experience in the veterinary industry
- Exceptional organisation and communication skills
- A flexible, adaptable, and positive “we’ve got this” attitude!
Experience in referral hospitals is preferable but not essential.
If you are not quite sure, why not come and check us out to see if we are the team for you?
If one of these roles looks like the one you’ve been searching for and sounds like your next challenge, please email a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria to:
Michael Wilhelm, People & Culture Co-ordinator at hr@vrh247.com.au
Beach Street Veterinary Clinic, Frankston (posted 19th October)
Beach Street Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Full-time Nurse to join our family friendly team.
Beach Street Vet clinic is a well-established family owned and operated independent clinic. We are a highly dedicated supportive multi-generational team with vast experience.Our team consists of 3 full time vets and 5 part time vets with 8 nurses/receptionists.
We are looking for a passionate experienced nurse to work full time (minimum of 38 hours) in a variety of roles. Primarily you will be a roving nurse with the ability to work in the pharmacy, theatre, hospital, and reception. The ability to cover shifts on Sundays and Public holidays when required is desirable.
The successful applicant will possess the following:
- Excellent communication skills
- Happy, friendly demeanour and well presented
- Ability to keep calm under pressure.
- You need to have a can-do attitude and is motivated to present the very best of themselves
- Likes to take initiative
- Is observant and has a keen attention to detail
- Works well in a team environment with a can-do team player attitude
- Certificate 4 in Vet nursing and minimum 2 years’ experience.
- Rx Works, Idexx in house pathology and Smart flow knowledge is desirable but not essential.
A position as part of the Beach Street Veterinary Clinic team will also provide you with:
- Funded VNCA membership
- Annual Continuing Education allowance
- Ability to develop your skills through education and training
- Renumeration in line experience
- A supportive and fun place to work
If this position is suited to you, we would like to hear from you.
Please email your cover letter and resume to jb@bsvc.net. Attention to Jo Baker, any questions feel free to email me or phone 03 9781 4499.
Please visit our website: https://www.beachstvet.com.au/
Carnegie Veterinary Clinic, South East Melbourne (posted 15th October)
Position Vacant – Veterinary Nurse, Full time
We are seeking a nurse to join our friendly, dedicated team. If you have an exceptional work ethic, then read on…
Position: Veterinary Nurse with strong client focus and reception skills, Full Time
Carnegie Veterinary Clinic and Carnegie Cat Cottage is a single location, full-service hospital. We strive to provide excellence in service with unparalleled care. We have a small and dedicated team which are able to meet these objectives. We are an established metropolitan practice located in an inner south-eastern suburb of Melbourne. Our team includes 2 surgeons and 3 nurses. We provide a comprehensive range of medical, surgical (soft tissue & orthopaedic) and ancillary services. We utilise digital diagnostic radiography as part of our diagnostic imaging service. Carnegie Veterinary Clinic has an interest in laser surgery which adds another level to surgical patient care. The clinic also houses a state-of-the-art urban cattery (Carnegie Cat Cottage) equipped with Raintree Cat Condos. Ancillary services provided include hydrobathing and puppy preschool. You will find the clinic spacious and well equipped. We have an extensive, up-to-date veterinary reference library (text and electronic), including audio-visual material.
We are seeking a veterinary nurse with the following commendable Set of Skills;
Set of Skills required:
- To ensure that the goals, ambition, and vision of Carnegie Veterinary Clinic are realised by performing said duties with passion, pride, and perseverance.
- Maintain regular, consistent, and professional attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance.
- Show compassion, dedication, empathy, and a strong work ethic as cornerstones to your integrity as a nurse.
- To demonstrate organizational skills which are second-to-none, as these will be required in day-to-day activities of the practice including problem solving.
- You will be required to produce a degree of predictability and order within the practice and consistently achieve short term goals.
- You will demonstrate exceptional reception skills and be able to handle clients standing in front of you and clients on the phone at the same time.
- Perform said reception duties in an efficient, professional, and courteous manner.
- Perform all nursing duties (medical, surgical and reception) at a high standard. Experience in this regard is mandatory.
- Be detail oriented and be able to multi-task.
- Ensure a high standard of care is provided to all patients in the hospital.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and clientele.
- You will cover for your colleagues during holiday periods as they will do the same for you
- Respond to and follow up client enquiries using appropriate methods.
- Most importantly hard work aside, you will be easy going with a good sense of humour to make every day a pleasant and enjoyable one.
- Your salary will be commensurate with experience. Your salary package, which is commensurate with experience includes base wage, 4 weeks annual leave, 17.5% annual leave loading and superannuation.
- Shifts run on a generous roster, with plenty of time for activities outside of work. Mentoring and guidance will also be provided by our two very experienced nurses. Living locally will be an advantage.
- The position will remain open until we find the right person.
P.S. Even if you don't have a piece of paper but have had some experience, don't hesitate to apply
If you would like to join our passionate and dedicated team, please forward your application with a covering letter to;
Dr. Ketan Jivanjee & Alexis Demertzidis
Carnegie Veterinary Clinic & Carnegie Cat Cottage
66 Rosstown Road,
Carnegie
Victoria 3163
P: (03) 9563 5422
E: jivan001@tpg.com.au
W: www.carnegievets.com.au & www.carnegiecatcottage.com.au
North Road Veterinary Centre, Bayside, Melbourne (posted 15th October)
Experienced Vet Nurse Position- Bayside Melbourne
North Road Veterinary Centre is seeking an experienced vet nurse to join our wonderful and committed team.
We are flexible with employment options offering:
- permanent, casual, locum
- hours and days worked - we work with your requirements
- commencement date- flexible
The North Road Veterinary Centre was established in 1969.
We pride ourselves on providing highly professional and ethical care to our local community always with the client and pet being the prime focus behind our veterinary care. We are fortunate to have a wonderful clientele of responsible pet owners who place importance on high levels of health care for their pets.
Our clinic is well-equipped with in house pathology, digital x-ray facilities, ultrasound, complete dental care with dental x-ray etc. We also have a purpose-built boarding cattery and grooming parlour on site.
We are situated in bayside Melbourne in the Brighton area, a very desirable location close to Melbourne CBD and the beach and café culture.
We provide to you:
- A harmonious and supportive workplace, we care about you
- A close-knit social community within the team
- A strong, well balanced, and experienced team of vets and nurses
- Flexible employment and roster options
- Ongoing education and learning environment
We are seeking a veterinary nurse who:
- Has a minimum of 1-2 years small animal clinical experience working as a veterinary nurse
- Shows empathy and has excellent client relationship building skills
- Wants to embrace our ‘North Road Vet family’
- Is enthusiastic with a friendly disposition
- Has strong communication and organisational skills with an excellent phone manner
- Is a team player
To learn more about us please visit: www.northroadvet.com.au,
How to apply:
Drs Andrew and Wendy Milledge
North Road Vet Centre
167 North Road
GARDENVALE, 3185
Email applications: wmilledge@nrvc.com.au
Mobile: Wendy Milledge- +61 (0)409 131 165
Strathmore Veterinary Clinic, Melbourne (posted 15th October)
EXPERIENCED VETERINARY NURSE - Part time to Full time
This position is for immediate start part time then from late January 2022 to a 14 month full time maternity leave cover position.
Strathmore Veterinary Clinic is a privately owned small 2.5 vet, 5 nurse general practice north of Melbourne. We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our wonderful team. Please note, this position is not suitable for a trainee or a recent graduate. The position is initially part time, approximately 15-25 hours a week with more shifts available to cover when team members are on leave and then will be full time for fourteen months from late January.
Strathmore Veterinary Clinic is fully equipped with sterile and wet surgical suites, Idexx catalyst machine, a range of radiology equipment including the latest DR digital x-ray, dental x-ray and ultrasound. We are passionate about continuing education, regularly hosting reps for “lunch and learn” sessions and the clinic has a webinar membership with Vet Education.
We are conveniently located just off the Tullamarine Freeway. Strathmore is a beautiful, friendly, community focused area with a nice range of local coffee shops and bakeries across the road from the clinic plus an enclosed dog park not too far from us.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Reception duties, counter sales and administration
- Surgical and Anaesthesia monitoring
- Patient nursing
- Admit and discharge of patients
- Nurse consultations
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Friendly, reliable and self-motivated
- Certificate IV qualified Veterinary Nurse (preferred, but not essential if you have significant experience)
- Proficient in IV catheter placement and blood collection
- Proficient at patient restraint, including the use of low stress handling techniques
- Able to monitor anaesthesia and nurse patients under limited direction
- Have excellent current product knowledge
- Ability to build good rapport with clients, colleagues and businesses
- Have good awareness of team workload, and be able to anticipate the needs of others
- The ability to participate in the running of puppy preschool on a rotating roster in the future
- Familiarity with Customer Logic Vet or similar software (preferred, but not essential)
Remuneration is above award, dependent upon experience, along with very generous staff discounts.
Candidates should provide a CV and cover letter addressing the selection criteria for our ideal candidate via email to: info@strathmoreveterinaryclinic.com.au
Any questions regarding the position should be directed to Lauren on 03 9379 3438
Animal Referral Hospital Essendon Fields, North West Melbourne (posted 13th October)
Surgery Night Vet Nurse - Part Time
Essendon Fields VIC
An opportunity for a Vet Nurse to join our Essendon Fields team on a part-time basis.
Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Essendon is a 24-hour emergency and specialist referral hospital with a dedicated team working across ECC, Internal Medicine and Surgery. We aim to provide a comprehensive emergency and referral service to veterinarians, their clients and their patients.
Due to our expanding case load, we are seeking a patient-focused veterinary nurse to work with two ACVS boarded Specialist Surgeons, a surgical Resident, a surgical Intern and a team of highly skilled surgical nurses.
This position is a permanent part-time role involving two weekday overnight shifts Monday to Friday, primarily focused on the overnight care of the hospitalised surgical patients and assisting with any late surgical procedures, with the support of the overnight ECC team.
About Your New Role
- Carry out surgical patient admission and discharge procedures
- Maintenance of paperless patient charts and records (Smartflow)
- Performing IV catheterisation, blood collection and laboratory work
- Assisting with diagnostic imaging procedures (radiography, CT & MRI)
- Surgical theatre set-up and clean-up
- Surgical patient aseptic preparation
- Anaesthetic monitoring
- Assisting surgeons in theatre
- Post-operative patient care
- Instrument cleaning, maintenance and autoclaving
- Surgery inpatient management, feeding, toileting and medicating, including care and maintenance of drains and feeding tubes etc.
About Your Qualifications & Skills
- Minimum of 3 years nursing experience, preferably in a specialist/referral or emergency environment (but not essential)
- Minimum Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Knowledge of RxWorks and Smartflow will be highly regarded (but not essential)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing work environments and schedules
- Ability to work sole charge, but also as part of a close-knit team
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills
- Exceptional customer service and strong communication skills
- Highly motivated, strong work ethic, mature and responsible
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic veterinary nurse to demonstrate and expand on their existing skills and knowledge. The successful candidate will be exposed to a varied and interesting caseload, making a difference to highly critical patients.
The team is friendly and supportive, the hospital has state-of-the-art facilities, the pay is commensurate to experience, and ongoing training is encouraged.
Please send your cover letter and resume to Tania Shaw, Specialist in Small Animal Surgery on: t.shaw@arhvets.com
Please note that due to the high number of applicants we can only contact candidates that are chosen for an interview.
Peninsula Vet Care Dromana, Mornington Peninsula (posted 13th October)
Veterinary Nurse Required
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 join our team of three vets and five nurses at our busy Dromana general practice hospital. This is a full time position consisting of four weekday shifts and a 1 in 4 full weekend rotation.
The successful candidate will have and be able to demonstrate the following:
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a veterinary nurse
- The ability to handle fast paced and busy surgery days
- A desire to provide a high standard of patient and client care
- The ability to build rapport with clients
- Be self-motivated and show initiative
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude
A position with Peninsula Vet Care Dromana 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
- Regular one on one catch ups with your team leader (because feedback and communication is important to us!)
- A busy and stimulating work environment to keep on your toes and feeling inspired
- A supportive and fun work culture
- A workplace that is a 5 minute walk to the beautiful Dromana beach – perfect for lunch time strolls.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
Please email your cover letter and resume to jenna@penvetcare.com.au or call Jenna on 03 5986 6963 if you have any questions.
For more information on Peninsula Vet Care, check out our website: www.penvetcare.com.au
Epsom Road Veterinary Clinic, Ascot Vale, Melbourne (posted 13th October)
Experienced Veterinary nurse – Full time or Part time.
Looking for a warm friendly experienced nurse to join our growing team in Melbourne’s inner west.
You will be joining us at an exciting time as we have recently joined the Kew Vet & Cattery group, who have 3 other practices in inner Melbourne. All the benefits of a local practice, with the back up and support of a bigger established group.
We are committed to our team culture and want to ensure we find people with the right fit.
We have established a reputation for providing a warm welcome for clients, for building relationships with, and providing great care for patients and clients. We want to continue to build on this.
We have all the usual toys and encourage our nurses to constantly develop new skills and give them opportunities to use these skills. You will be joining our team of 3 experienced vets and 4 other nurses who work with us each week.
- We are advocates of the AVNAT nurse registration scheme.
- We are family friendly and promote diversity in our teams.
- We have an employee assistance program and regular wellness training.
- We promote nurse training and development.
- Kew Vet and Cattery was awarded AVA VBG ‘Veterinary Business of the year 2020’
About you.
You will need to have at least two years clinical experience and be certificate 4 qualified.
This role is not suitable for trainees.
You will love building ongoing relationships with clients and love to contribute to a positive open team culture.
You will love advocating for and providing high quality care to patients and delivering great a great customer experience.
You will love sharing your knowledge and experience and get joy from helping your colleagues develop and build new skills.
Our preference is for this to be a FT position however we are flexible and can accommodate PT candidates.
The role does include shared rostered Saturday’s but no Sunday or Public holiday work is required.
Remuneration is well above award and commensurate with experience ($29-33 per hour).
Like to know more? Contact Mark on 0433 029 779, or email your resume and why you think you would be a great fit for our team to: mark@epsomrdvet.com.au
Melbourne Cat Vets, Fitzroy, Melbourne (posted 12 October)
Full-Time Veterinary Nurse - Cat Only Practice
Are you known as a Crazy Cat Person? If so, we’d love to meet you. We’re looking for someone to join our special team of feline-focussed vets and nurses in one of the most liveable cities in the world.
About Us:
Melbourne Cat Vets is a rapidly growing, boutique feline-only clinic located in the cosmopolitan inner-North suburb of Fitzroy. We are well-equipped and have a great clientele base from all over Melbourne, and beyond!
We pride ourselves on our high level of expertise, client service and stress-free cat handling skills. Our vet team consists of a Registered Feline Medicine Specialist and dedicated Feline-focussed GPs and nurses. You will be involved with a wide range of cases, from the cutest kitten health checks, to the most complex internal medicine referrals, ultrasonography, dentistry, surgery and endoscopy. We also work closely with our local 24-hour Emergency and Specialist centres to provide the best outcome for our patients and clients.
We aim to provide a friendly, cohesive and flexible work environment, with a focus on achieving gold-standard veterinary care, while at the same time looking after the health and wellbeing of our team.
The role:
We require an experienced nurse (Cert IV) who is able to work well with our existing team of vets and nurses, has excellent verbal and written communication skills and is able to provide compassionate support to our sometimes-worried cat owners. Of course, great cat-handling skills are a bonus, however we’re also able to provide training in this area if needed.
Remuneration is above-award and we are keen to promote continuing education and training opportunities as they arise.
How to Apply:
If this sounds like the job for you, please address a cover letter describing your suitability for the position, CV and a list of references to Dr Carolyn O’Brien via: jobs@melbournecatvets.com.au
Preston Vet Clinic and Hospital, North Melbourne (posted 12th October)
The PRESTON VET CLINIC & HOSPITAL has an exciting opportunity for a FULL-TIME nurse to join our team.
The clinic has always been a busy one since it was first established over 70 years ago and is getting busier every year.
We are seeking a nurse who has had at least one year's paid employment in a small animal clinic. Cert. IV qualification would be viewed favourably but is not mandatory.
Please note however that this is NOT a junior/trainee nurse position.
The keen, enthusiastic. successful applicant will be working in a purpose-built facility where a broad range of procedures are done in house.
The support from all the vets and nurses some of whom have been with us for many decades, is second to none and the vibe of the clinic is upbeat and genuinely friendly. We all truly LOVE our jobs, and the clients can tell!
As the clinic is PRIVATELY OWNED, there is no upselling or KPI 's to worry about and you only have to do what good nurses do best - care for our many loyal clients and their pets.
Wages are above award rates.
You are welcome to visit; www.prestonvet.com.au for more information about the clinic.
Please forward your CV to raelenez@mac.com
Balwyn Central Vet Hospital, Deepdene, East Melbourne (posted 12th October)
Balwyn Central Vet Hospital is looking for a Full-Time / Part-time Surgical Veterinary Nurse to join their amazing team!
Balwyn Central Vet is among the leading Veterinary Practices in Melbourne and is one of only nine ASAVA-accredited Hospitals of Excellence in Victoria. We provides a large range of veterinary services including preventative healthcare, medicine, surgery, blood/urine testing, radiography, ultrasonography and endoscopy.
Due to growth and several staff members due for Long service leave, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full-Time or Part-time Surgical Veterinary Nurse to join our busy team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for high-level patient care, alongside the ability to develop great working relationships with both our clients and fellow staff members
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 Certificate IV qualifications is desired but happy to consider all applications with experience
- Flexibility to work 1 in 4 weekend roster
- An ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of the team
- A high level of skill in monitoring anaesthetics is necessary
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated client relationship building skills
- A hard-working and a hands-on approach to your work
- A willingness to roll up your sleeves and get involved at all levels, with energy and drive
- Effective time management and organisation skills
- We practice the highest standards of patient care and service to our clients
- Vets and nurse are long term and are caring and supportive of each other
- Above award rates, supportive family environment and continuing education on a regular basis.
Apply Now!
Apply online with your CV & Cover Letter.
For more information about the practice, please visit our website: www.balwyncentralvet.com.au
Animal Referral Hospital Essendon Fields, North West Melbourne (posted 11th October)
Veterinary Surgery Nurse
Essendon Fields VIC
Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Essendon is a 24-hour emergency and specialist referral hospital with a dedicated team working across ECC, Internal Medicine and Surgery. We aim to provide a comprehensive emergency and referral service to veterinarians, their clients, and their patients.
Due to our expanding case load, we are seeking a patient-focused veterinary nurse to work with two boarded Specialist Surgeons, a surgical Resident, a surgical Intern, and a team of highly skilled surgical nurses. This position is a permanent part-time or full-time role involving a mix of four 10-hour weekday shifts Monday to Friday, primarily focused on assisting with surgical consultations and procedures, surgical theatre set-up and maintenance, anaesthetic monitoring, surgical prep, care and maintenance of surgical instruments, and post-operative patient care.
Responsibilities of the Position
- Carry out surgical patient admission and discharge procedures
- Maintenance of paperless patient charts and records (Smartflow)
- Performing IV catheterisation, blood collection and laboratory work
- Assisting with diagnostic imaging procedures (radiography, CT & MRI)
- Surgical theatre set-up and clean-up
- Surgical patient aseptic preparation
- Anaesthetic monitoring
- Assisting surgeons in theatre
- Post-operative patient care
- Instrument cleaning, maintenance, and autoclaving
- Surgery inpatient management, feeding, toileting and medicating, including care and maintenance of drains and feeding tubes etc.
Your Qualifications and Skills
- Minimum of 3 years nursing experience, preferably in a specialist/referral or emergency environment (but not essential)
- Minimum Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Knowledge of RxWorks and Smartflow will be highly regarded (but not essential)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing work environments and schedules
- Ability to work sole charge, but also as part of a close-knit team
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills
- Exceptional customer service and strong communication skills
- Highly motivated, strong work ethic, mature and responsible
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic veterinary nurse to demonstrate and expand on their existing skills and knowledge. The successful candidate will be exposed to a varied and interesting caseload, making a difference to highly critical patients.
The team is friendly and supportive, the hospital has state-of-the-art facilities, the pay is commensurate to experience, and ongoing training is encouraged.
If this position is right for you and you would like to join our team, please address your application t.shaw@arhvets.com
Applications must include a cover letter and resume.
Please note that due to the high number of applicants we can only contact candidates that are chosen for an interview.
Hampton Veterinary Clinic, Bayside Melbourne (posted 11th October)
Full time Senior Vet Nurse
We are looking for a friendly experienced Senior Veterinary Nurse available to start from October 2021 onwards. We require a candidate with strong nursing skills, offering excellent customer service to our clients at all times.
The Hampton Veterinary Clinic is a busy small animal practice located in the Melbourne bayside suburb of Hampton. We are a 3-4 vet, 6 nurse team, who have a close relationship with our clients and practice high quality medicine and surgery.
The Full-Time position will entail 38 hours/week, may include an occasional Saturday, with no out of hours (OOT) and no shifts on Sundays or public holidays. In addition, above award remuneration ($30 plus/hr) will be offered to the right candidate. At Hampton Vet Clinic we value the importance of continuing professional development of our staff and we support their growth and development.
We are a high performing practice that has spent over 30 years attracting clients that want the best for their pets. Our practice relies heavily on our nursing staff and they are a very valuable and integral part of the practice. Apart from the usual nursing duties our nurses are given autonomy to perform duties including IV catheter placement, radiology, dentistry, taking blood for pathology, surgical assistance, etc.
The applicant will be responsible for undertaking the duties listed below and should be able to delegate, manage and monitor key tasks.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Surgical Nursing including surgical equipment identification and care, surgical patient care, routine procedures and surgical monitoring
- Medical and General Nursing including pathology, radiographic procedures and routines, emergency and critical care
- Supervisory responsibilities including training junior nurses and administration
- Reception including animal care advice, patient and client record keeping, scheduling, communication, client services, dispensing and merchandising
- Administration including inventory control and office routines
Skills and Requirements:
- Minimum 2+ years experience, Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Ability to exercise skills, discretion, responsibility, empathy and compassion
- Willingness to work in a roster with flexibility in shifts, which may include Saturdays.
- Ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment
- Strong focus on customer service and communication
Please email your cover letter and resume to chris@hamptonvet.com.au
See our website www.hamptonvet.com.au
Sandringham Veterinary Hospital, South East Melbourne (posted 11th October)
Sandringham Veterinary Hospital is looking for the best out there!
Are you good with clients? Do you love Marie Kondo?
Do you go home thinking about the pets and owners you came across that day?
Do you make people around you happy? If the answer to those questions is a loud YES, then we are looking for you!
Sandringham Veterinary Hospital is rapidly expanding, and we want you to join our team. We are well equipped with a full surgical suite, in-house blood machines, x-ray, and ultrasound machine.
Our standard working hours are 8am-7pm and you would be joining an amazingly talented and hardworking team of 3 Vets, 3 Nurses and 3 Receptionists.
Duties would include all aspects of veterinary nursing as well as some reception duties - therefore we expect your customer service skills to be exceptional and want you to be proud of the team you work with. As a team we are always growing and striving to improve. We want new members to share in that same passion.
What do we offer?
- Money of course
- Working in a beautiful location minute from the beach and within a cosy village filled with cafes and restaurants
- Continued education and training
- A close-knit and supportive work family that you can depend on during those hard times
If you would like to become part of our team, please email your application, including a cover letter and resume to Dr Adam Marques at adamarques@gmail.com
Spring Gully Animal Hospital, Bendigo (posted 8th October)
SPRING GULLY ANIMAL HOSPITAL
FULL TIME VETERINARY NURSE IN BENDIGO
Spring Gully Animal Hospital, in Bendigo, is seeking an additional FULL TIME Veterinary Nurse to join our small, friendly and committed team. Our clinic opened in March 2017 and work load has grown rapidly. We currently operate with 2 full-time and 2 Part-time veterinarians and 4 full-time and 2 part-time nurses.
The position is a companion animal only role and we welcome either a qualified Cert IV nurse or a current Cert IV nursing student to apply.
We have a lovely, modern, well equipped practice that includes: In house laboratory with VS2 biochem machine, CR radiography, Ultrasound, Separate treatment and Sterile surgery areas, 2 consult rooms, separate cat and dog wards, a K9000 Dog Wash and we use EzyVet Practice Software. We will be extending the clinic in the new year to add additional consulting, procedure, staff and kennel space.
We strive for excellence in all areas of companion animal care. We offer both routine and advanced surgical procedures and host travelling surgeons on a regular basis who perform procedures such as TPLOs, complex fracture repairs and advanced soft tissue surgery such as laryngeal tie back. Specialist procedures such as spinal work ups and surgery are referred to Melbourne which is only 1.5hrs away.
A Full time role would entail a 4 day 38hr week including 1 Saturday Shift every 4 weeks. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and will be significantly above award. Special interests and CPD are strongly encouraged and supported.
The ideal applicant will be friendly, have excellent communication skills, be caring, focused and willing to assist in all aspects of the practice.
Bendigo is a growing, contemporary regional centre with a population of approximately 100,000 and boasts fantastic restaurants and a thriving arts scene. Train travel to Melbourne’s Southern Cross Station is less than 2hrs and trains run very regularly.
To apply, please contact Margot on margot@springgullyanimalhospital.com.au
For more information, see www.springgullyanimalhospital.com.au and
Greencross Vets Glen Eira, South East Melbourne (posted 8th October)
Vet Nurse
Glen Eira VIC
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our Glen Eira team on a permanent full-time basis.
- Join a friendly, synergised team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses, and supportive Management. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all of the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
About Your New Role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, supporting, and handling patients of all kinds
- 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 under Veterinary guidance, 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
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 or more years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- A good knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
What we offer you
- A permanent full-time role with variety
- Above award rates and great benefits
- An interesting and varied role as well as a dynamic and supportive team environment
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education and ongoing learning
- Access to a support network of like-minded Vet Nurses
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading Continuing Education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally; Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC.
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Trent Morpeth, Area Manager on trent.morpeth@greencrossvet.com.au
Animal Emergency Centre, South East Melbourne (posted 8th October) ECC Nurse
Emergency and Critical Care Nurse
Mount Waverley & Frankston VIC
The Animal Emergency Centre has an exciting opportunity for Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic emergency and critical care team on a full-time or part-time basis at either Mount Waverley or Frankston.
At AEC we are passionate about providing our team with the opportunity to perform to the best of their abilities. If you don’t have any ECC experience we provide industry leading training, mentorship and support for all new team members including supervised shifts and a modular induction program.
If you already have experience in ECC we offer a work environment that values your skill and knowledge with above award wages.
AEC Mount Waverley and Frankston are dedicated emergency and critical care hospitals. We have an outstanding team of Vets and Nurses who are knowledgeable, approachable and highly supportive, and who practice an exceptionally high standard of care for all their patients.
What we offer you
- The opportunity to expand your clinical skills in a supportive, exciting and dynamic environment
- Paid parental leave program
- A challenging and rewarding position – What doesn’t challenge you, won’t change you!
- Ongoing career support and mentorship
- Support both professionally and personally with proactive interaction with colleagues and the support team.
- The opportunity to progress you career and earning potential
- The opportunity to work alongside some of Melbourne’s best ECC vets and nurses
- The position could be across both sites, or based at either location
How to Contact Us
Send your application, including a cover letter and resume to Todd Wade, Business Manager on todd.wade@aecvet.com.au
Bayside Animal Medical Centre, Brighton, Melbourne (posted 7th October)
Bayside, Brighton – Full-time Vet Nurse
Come and work with friends & enjoy your days in our brand new state-of-the-art facility (we moved in 2 months ago!)
Bayside Animal Medical Centre requires the services of another veterinary nurse to help complement our staff of 5 vets, 5 nurses & receptionist.
The Location: Situated in the sunny, tree-filled suburb of Brighton, very close to the beach, trendy Church St, coffee shops and an organic supermarket & deli (great for your lunch break).
The Clients: We’re surrounded by clients who LOVE their pets and let us do whatever we feel is necessary to help keep them healthy.
The Clinic: Very well equipped like everyone else (Digital radiography, in-house serology, touch-screen ultrasound, IM3 dental equip & digital dental radiography, separate procedures room and sterile operating theatre, multimodal anaesthetic monitors, ECG, surgical cautery, brand-new Surgivet anaesthetic machines, VIN subscription etc etc etc). Separate dog, cat & isolation wards, three consult rooms.
The STAFF ROOM: Our hospital has a dedicated staff room / kitchen so you can kick your legs up on the sofa and enjoy your lunch, or use the professional coffee machine & grinder so you can grind those fresh bean roasts & make yourself a coffee like a Barista. Coffee beans & staples all supplied by the clinic. Alternatively, take your lunch & coffee out to the back garden & sit in the sun.
The Staff: Our vets & nursing staff are super-friendly & work very well together. We’ve had minimal team changes over the years – we just keep adding.
The Role: Really, we just want a nice person that feels comfortable and confident talking to people, that is a competent all-round vet nurse, and knows how to work in a team. Working hours are flexible, and your salary (paid well above award rates) wholly negotiable based on your level of experience and how many hours you want to commit. We understand work-life balance. We don’t do after hours – we think the Emergency Centres do a better job for our clients. 4 weeks paid leave per year.
Starting date: Whenever you’re available.
Spy on us: You’re welcome to call and speak to any staff member to get a feel for the kind of people (or the ‘boss’) you’ll be working with. See our contact details below.
If the position interests you, email your resume to our practice manager Melissa at baysideanimalmedicalcentre@gmail.com or call to get more info (03) 9592 4700
Thanks for giving us your consideration in this overcrowded market!
Pet Emergency and Specialist Centre (PESC), East Malvern (posted 7th October)
Pet Emergency and Speciality Centre are seeking Expression of Interest for nurses interested in Casual / Part-time / Full-time employment.
About Us
Pet Emergency & Specialist Centre has recently been acquired by Vet Partners. As a result, we have a new hospital leadership structure including an experienced Business Manager (10+ years of leadership experience, Diploma of Mental Health & Mental Health First Aid & Grad Dip of Counselling, Fellow of the Institute of Managers and Leaders) and ECC Veterinary Director (12+ years of ECC experience, ECC Memberships & Master of Wildlife Conservation & Mental Health First Aid) working alongside the existing Surgery Director. The new leadership team is guided by continuous improvement philosophies and is focused on high levels of patient care and employee well-being and training and development. It’s an exciting time to join the team at PESC and contribute to it’s success and continuous improvement.
About Our Services
Pet Emergency & Specialist Centre aim to provide all pet owners with compassion and a high standard of veterinary care to improve patient outcomes and help pets live longer and healthier lives. Our three most important goals are:
- Being committed to offering Melbourne’s pet owners a comprehensive pet care team and 24-hour critical care;
- Providing excellence in communication with you the client and your family vet;
- Developing new treatments by actively leading the profession in continuing education of all our nursing and veterinary staff
Our state-of-the-art intensive care unit includes, Menios oxygen cages, touch screen BM multiparameter monitoring, state of the art portable ultrasound, CT imaging, DR digital radiography and fluoroscopy, mechanical ventilators (life-support), capability for blood and plasma transfusion. Emergency surgery facilities, with specialist surgeons who work on shift each weekend for more complicated surgical cases, urgent medications, and oxygen therapy. We also have a full in-house IDEXX laboratory.
Our hospital has:
- 24/7 Emergency and Critical Care department
- 16 slice helical CT
- On-site IDEXX laboratory
- Sound-proof dog runs
- Dedicated cat ward
- Smartflow EMR
About the role:
- Are you a nurse interested in getting into specialty but don’t have any experience? Here is your chance to work in a well-known, state-of-the-art specialist hospital that is happy to cater their training and support to you!
- We have nurse roles available for those who do have previous specialty experience, however we do also have a position available for junior or GP nurses looking to get into the specialty world.
Essential:
- Specialist and emergency training desired but trainee or well trained GP nurses
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Confident with anaesthetic monitoring
- Confident with triaging emergency patients, stabilising and providing critical monitoring
- Demonstrate communication between clients, fellow colleagues, and levels of management. This may be face to face, telephone systems or via email
- Demonstrate the understanding of drug calculations, CRI's and mathematical skills
- IV canula placement in an aseptic technique
- Demonstrate the importance of continuous monitoring for a critical patient and use of monitoring equipment. Please provide an example of patient care data recording, equipment used and case scenario
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 to: kendell.hunt@vet.partners with your CV and cover letter.
Ballarat Veterinary Practice, Ballarat (posted 7th October)
Equine Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
• Compassion • Respect • Professionalism • Teamwork
Above award salary + 38hrs per week over four days + extra paid leave for study + access to EAP + friendly and supportive team = great opportunity!
The Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine Clinic was established in 1945 and is one of the largest and most experienced equine hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a full-service equine hospital offering both primary and referral consultations. Our fully equipped hospital offers a complete range of services including surgery, medicine, racetrack ambulatory, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
The broad experience base of our highly skilled team means that not only are we well equipped to provide superior care and service to our equine patients, but also there is remarkable potential for you to learn and grow.
Working under the guidance of our highly skilled Head Nurse, and our broader veterinary team; this is an opportunity that does not present itself often.
In this role you will be rotating through tasks including:
- Surgical nursing in a busy and well-resourced equine hospital
- Providing assistance with diagnostic imaging
- Trained in in-house pathology, sterilisation and biosecurity practices
- Perform one-on-one assistance to vets and specialist surgeons
- Exposure to a wide range of ambulatory cases
To be successful in this role you will be:
- Calm under pressure
- Able to work with a sense of urgency
- Highly competent in and have an excellent understanding of general animal care principles
- An experienced and competent horse handler
A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing qualification is very much preferred, but we will consider applicants with excellent horse handling skills and a willingness to dedicate themselves to a career in equine veterinary nursing, and a preparedness to undertake the rigors of study required to become qualified.
Ballarat is a beautiful, thriving city of more than 100,000 people, making it the third largest inland city in Australia. It has a vibrant sporting, arts and cultural community. Ballarat boasts affordable living, top class schools, hospitals, sporting and entertainment venues of its own, whilst Melbourne is little more than an hour away via train or on the freeway.
You should mark your application “Equine Nurse - 2021” and send your covering letter and resume to: jobs@bvp.com.au to the attention of Jessie Koene, Head Nurse Equine.
Main Street Veterinary Clinic, Gippsland (posted 7th Oct) Casual Vet Nurse /Receptionist
The Main Street Veterinary Clinic in Bairnsdale is looking for a veterinary nurse / receptionist to be a part of their busy practice.
The clinic is a well-equipped purpose built 10 vet and 16 nurses and support staff hospital. We aim to provide the best veterinary care possible for our great clients in a supportive and fun team environment. This role is a casual position with approximately 15-25 hours per week, with potential to extend this role.
The role will include but not limited to:
- Assisting veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics, and treatment
- Reception duties including answering phones, booking appointments, and providing advice to clients
- Assisting with surgical preparations, and monitoring anaesthetics
- Providing nursing care to hospitalised patients, including administering medications
- Maintaining a clean hospital and reception
The following criteria are required:
- Great communication and customer service skills
- Certificate 4 in veterinary nursing would be highly regarded
- Enthusiasm, motivation, attention to detail, and use of initiative
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Proficient in IV catheter placement and phlebotomy, or willing to be trained for this
- Excellent product knowledge
- Ability to multitask, adapt to changing conditions and good time management skills
- Willing to undertake continuing education and training to remain on the cutting edge of patient care
Application letters and resumes can be sent to vet@mainsvc.com.au or contact Sarah on 03 5152 6666
Maryborough Veterinary Practice, Central Victoria (posted 6th October)
Are you looking for a change, perhaps thinking of changing to the country lifestyle?
Look no further than Maryborough Veterinary Practice, Victoria.
We are currently looking for a motivated, experienced, caring vet nurse to join our wonderful team of 6 Vets and 11 nurses.
We are a busy midsized mixed practice, who services surrounding farms as well as smallies, we have a great clientele and up-to-date equipment. We often perform complex surgeries, orthopaedic surgeries, and everything in between.
Maryborough is located in the rolling hills of central Victoria and is approximately 50mins from Bendigo and Ballarat, only 20mins to the picturesque Pyrenees mountains and Avoca.
What we are looking for...
- Initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills to join our busy practice.
- Minimum of 1 year or more of experience.
- Ability to work unsupervised helping with cases, reminders, records and building rapport with clients over the phone.
- Confidence when monitoring anaesthetics and assisting Veterinarians
- Certificate IV preferred but not essential
- Flexibility to work approx. 1/6 Saturdays
- Preference is for a qualified nurse (Cert IV,) however, practical experience with less formal study is also valued
What we can offer...
- Work Life Balance
- Regular lunch breaks
- Working in a friendly supportive environment
- Working with fun, likeminded people
- Being valued
- Part time/full time position available
- Further study and experience opportunities
Our clinic opening hours are weekdays 8:30am – 5:30pm, Saturday 9am – 12pm, and nurses take turns being called in after hours.
If you would like more information, if this sounds like you, email applications and CVs to Practice Managers at maryvet.office@gmail.com
Officer Vet, South East Melbourne (posted 6th October)
EXPERIENCED VET NURSE REQUIRED- FULL TIME
We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our fun loving and dedicated team at Officer Vet (non-corporate). You must have a great passion for animal care, as well as excellent client communication skills. A good sense of humour is a must as we love to have FUN at work.
We require someone with great skills in all aspects of nursing. The right candidate must show initiative and have excellent communications skills, a great team work ethic, be able to work efficiently and independently and know how to have fun. All our nurses are fully trained, or training, and are wonderful support staff to our vets. They can do catheter placement, blood collecting, run urine samples and take x-rays, to name a few!
Our clinics are designed with ease and efficiency in mind. We have regular staff meetings, annual reviews and mentoring. We always go “above and beyond” for our clients. “Referral by friend” is the number one-way new clients come to the practice and they are keen for extensive work ups or specialist referral if required. We have all the toys, isoflurane GA machines, IV pumps, pulse Oximeters, a Synthes orthopaedic drill/oscillating saw and plating equipment, digital x-ray, in-house blood machine, ultrasound, blood pressure machine, 2 electro-cautery units, separate cat & dog wards and more.
The hours are full time (38hrs a week) and includes rotated Saturday shifts.
A Work/life balance is very important, so we provide this through careful roster planning, which includes your involvement. We are currently closed Sundays and Public holidays with no after hours.
Not convinced, visit our Facebook page to read our clinic reviews, and visit our website to find out more about us!
If you think you are the right member for our team, please email your resume to Kelly@BPCO.com.au
Greencross Vets Kilsyth, East Melbourne (posted 6th October)
Vet Practice Manager / Nurse
Kilsyth VIC
An opportunity for a Practice Manager to join our Kilsyth team on a permanent full-time basis.
- Take on a leadership role for a talented team
- Let your passion for pets shine every day
- Be part of our supportive Vet community
Greencross Vets provides the highest quality of integrated veterinary services in Australia, with an extended network of General Practice clinics and state-of-the-art Emergency, Specialist and Referral hospitals that are steered by a team of world-class Vets, devoted Specialists, skilled nurses and supportive Management. This allows us to provide an exceptional standard of patient care, with access to all of the resources, technology and equipment needed for best practice medicine.
What you’ll be doing each day
- Managing the day to day operations of our clinic, including stock management, people management, rostering and change management
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre-and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care
- Leading and developing our team and building a positive team culture
- Monitoring monthly financial performance and team performance, whilst implementing actions to encourage improvement
- Driving our business forward through creating and implementing local marketing initiatives
- Delivering outstanding service and care to all patients and owners
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- [ 2 or 3 or more] years of experience
- Previous experience leading a team
- Strong leadership and team building skills, and the ability to provide coaching for team members and to build a positive culture in your team
- Experience with Rx works (preferred but not essential)
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Good business acumen and organisational skills
What we offer you
- A permanent full-time role with variety
- Above award pay rates and great benefits
- An interesting 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 Vet Nurses and Practice Managers
What would it be like to work with us?
Greencross is simply a great place to work. Our Greencross Vets are patient advocates. We’re focused on your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that spark your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer continued education and support, internally and externally, to give you development based on your interests and long-term goals.
We also provide access to experts in areas such as mental health and pride ourselves on our employee-led development and support programs.
Greencross provides the best mentoring and structured ongoing Vet and Vet Nurse development program opportunities in the country. We are proud to lead the way in the veterinary industry by supporting our teams with Paid Parental Leave, flexible working arrangements and a structured return to work clinical program.
We are committed to providing career life balance, have an industry-leading continuing education program, a highly regarded nursing intern program, plus a wide range of career opportunities throughout our 170+ Greencross Vet GP clinics, Specialist, Emergency and Referral vet hospitals nationally (Animal Emergency Centre, Animal Referral Hospital, Veterinary Referral Hospital, AVSARC, AAERC).
How to Contact Us
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, apply now with your cover letter and resume to Renee Newstead, Area Manager on: Renee.Newstead@greencrossvet.com.au
Frank Samways Veterinary Clinic, North Melbourne (posted 5th October)
Vet Nurse – Permanent Full Time & Permanent Part Time Role (52 hours per fortnight)
About Us:
Frank Samways is not your ordinary vet clinic! We are a fast-paced, unique clinic providing full veterinary services to the public, adopters, and foster carers of The Lost Dogs’ Home. Working for Frank Samways is a truly rewarding role, as you will be a part of a not-for-profit organisation that has been serving the community for over 100 years.
A typical day looks like:
Our nurses are very hands on, doing their own surgical inductions, consults and complex anaesthetics, so this is great opportunity to grow and develop your nursing skills. There is no requirement for reception work, which means our nurses can spend more quality time with their patients!
Some of your key responsibilities in this role are:
- Undertaking nursing duties using stress-free handling techniques, including caring for hospitalised animals, surgical preparation and monitoring anaesthesia
- Performing consultations, providing animal care information on husbandry, nutrition, parasite control and behaviour to pet owners
- Mentoring and guiding our trainee nurses and students
About you:
We are looking for a vet nurse with commitment towards the best care and welfare of animals and someone who is willing to jump in and learn new things. Additionally, you will have:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Minimum 2+ years nursing experience
- Experience in a busy clinic environment (preferred)
- Exceptional animal handling skills and knowledge of animal behaviour
- Passion for animal care and an advocate for stress-free nursing techniques
- Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments
- Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays
What we can offer you
Along with our vet and reception team, you will be supported by a highly skilled, devoted nursing team, who are all working towards the same goal of providing the highest standard of care to our patients. We also offer:
- The opportunity to work on unique surgery and welfare cases from the shelter that you won’t see in other clinics
- A large and varied case load, no day is the same!
- Fantastic career development and opportunities, financial assistance for approved studies and development opportunities
- Excellent remuneration, including penalty rates for weekends and overtime. $25 - $30 per hour, depending on experience
- A compassionate, supportive, and proud work environment
- Access to our EAP program
If this position excites you and you are looking forward to a new challenge at Frank Samways, apply now via our careers page here. If you have any questions regarding this role, please email recruitment@dogshome.com.
If you would like to learn more about The Lost Dogs’ Home visit us at https://dogshome.com/
The successful applicant will be required to satisfactorily complete background screening checks.
The Lost Dogs’ Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
Moe Veterinary Centre, Gippsland (posted 5th October)
Moe Veterinary Centre (MVC) is growing and looking to fill a full-time position at our mixed practice in the beautiful Gippsland region of Victoria. In 2020 we merged with Gippsland Mobile Vets (GMV) to also offer a full home visit service for small animals with our modern, well equipped Renault van.
Moe is an easy 1.5-hour drive from Melbourne CBD (also situated on a major train line for an even easier Melbourne visit), and 1 hour from amazing beaches and snow fields.
You will be joining our wonderful team of five full-time vets, two part-time vets, seven veterinary nurses and four receptionists in providing excellent standards of care to every patient. We are an enthusiastic, young team who aim to enjoy every day at work. We are looking for someone who is passionate about working as part of our team!
WHAT MAKES OUR PRACTICE SO SPECIAL?
- Our nurses love what they do and are very hands on, trusted and respected in our team!
- You will be surrounded by a supportive team that genuinely love coming to work!
- Everyday is different and exciting. You will be exposed to a wide range of surgical and medical cases!
- You will work a variety of roles within the clinic where you will never stop learning!
- You will be encouraged and trusted to put all your nursing skills into action!
- We have excellent equipment including comprehensive in-house bloods, comprehensive anaesthetic monitoring system, video otoscopy and endoscopy, digital radiology and much more.
- We have just completed renovations which means we all work in a purpose-built gold standard hospital!
- Our GMV van is a luxury consult room, pharmacy, and lab on wheels! Our nurses love working one day per week in the van as you get to travel around the countryside and visit happy patients at home!
OUR IDEAL APPLICANT
- Would be willing to become part of our afterhours roster, which includes weekend work.
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with experience working in a busy clinic.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Effective time management skills and ability to work independently.
- Confidence in all aspects of nursing including anaesthetic monitoring and surgery, care of hospitalised patients and nurse consultations.
- Most important to us is your team approach and your happy energetic outlook!
Please contact our Practice Manager, Teagan Anderson on 03 5127 3511 for additional information or submit your resume and covering letter to reception@moevet.com.au
PETstock VET Altona North, South West Melbourne (posted 5th October)
PART TIME VETERINARY NURSE REQUIRED
A position has come up in one of the loveliest vet clinics to work in. We might be corporate, but we stand as our own clinic and run as one. Being corporate means that we get support. We believe that a workplace should be a comfortable and joyful place, where you want to spend your time and feel supported - our job is tough enough already.
Our location
Altona is a great place to live and work. We are only a few minutes away from beautiful beaches – great for swimming or walking the dog. There is also a beautiful park and Cherry Lake nearby if you prefer to take your breaks outdoors. We are only 15 minutes from Melbourne (5 minutes from the West Gate Freeway) so you can easily attend conferences, concerts and sporting events or just party in the city.
Why we are different – purpose-built hospital and brand new equipment
Our hospital is located adjacent to PETstock. PETstock VET Altona North has now been open for 6 years, so we have a well-established clientele. It is a lovely working environment as there are always people around even at the extremes of the day when normal private practices can get a bit lonely! In association with the clinic, we have a grooming salon, 2 DIY dog washes and a 30-cat boarding facility and we love our nurses to be involved with the health monitoring of our feline guests.
Our practice is purpose built with the newest and latest equipment. We offer DR digital X-ray processing, a full iM3 dental suite, state of the art anaesthetic monitoring equipment, full in house pathology, endoscopy, orthopaedic surgery and much more! We have a lovely staff of 4 part time vets and 6 nurses. Kate, our senior vet is also the practice owner, and together with her vibrant and experienced team of vets we offer high quality medicine and surgery to our clients.
Our amazing staff discounts mean that staff pets usually have all the latest treats and toys. We also have a veterinary support team at head office to help you with management tasks & developing your leadership skills if you have the desire to work towards more senior roles in your career.
Our clinic hours are 8am-7pm Monday to Friday and 9am-4pm Saturdays.
What we are looking for:
- Minimum 2 years’ experience
- Excellent team relationship skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
- Basic pathology skills are a must - we do this in-house
- Must be keen to learn
- Working 3-4 days a week including some Saturdays
What we can offer you:
- No Sundays or public holidays
- Discounts in store and clinic
- Amazing team to work with including a supportive Practice Manager
- On-site training
- Support office and in clinic support network
- Ultrasound machine and state-of the-art DR radiography
How to Apply
If this exciting opportunity sounds like the perfect role for you, please forward your application with a cover letter and resume explaining your relevant experience by following this link: https://www.petstock.com.au/petstocksite/idibu/job/list?job=33513371
Mandated Vaccination Directive - Victoria
As you are aware, we are currently under directive by the Acting Chief Health Officer – all Authorised Workers, are required to be vaccinated in line with the mandated dates - 1st dose by Fri 15 Oct (appointment booked to obtain by 22 Oct)/Fully vaccinated by Fri 26 Nov. We as a business fall into this category of Authorised Workers.
Please Note: We appreciate an individual’s choice on whether to become vaccinated, however in line with the directive from the Acting Chief Officer, we will be unable to proceed with any applicants who choose at this time to not be vaccinated. If you do become vaccinated, by the above dates & you are successful in gaining a role with PETstock, we’re required to collect, record & hold copies of the vaccination info or if you have an exemption, written evidence from a medical practitioner – your records will be housed in a secured database where only limited team will have access to, in order to show compliance.
Centre for Animal Referral & Emergency, Collingwood (posted 1st October)
Emergency & Critical Care Nurse
- Permanent full-time or part-time.
- Outstanding remuneration package ranging up to $32/hr plus penalty loadings, which are applied literally in accordance with the Award (explained below) plus superannuation and benefits.
- Well-equipped hospital with modern facilities.
- Industry leading team based in the vibrant heart of Melbourne.
The Centre for Animal Referral & Emergency (CARE) is looking for an enthusiastic and conscientious nurse to become part of a dynamic, progressive team of nurses and veterinarians in a high-volume emergency and critical care environment.
About CARE
CARE is a busy, privately-owned, multi-specialist veterinary hospital located in Collingwood, on the fringe of the Melbourne CBD. It evolved from an ardent intention to provide the highest standards of patient care in a cooperative and cohesive, team-oriented environment that respects, supports and encourages the personal balance and professional development of its staff. This focus has fostered the development of excellent relationships within our staff, and with our referring veterinarians and clients. The hospital is staffed by an outstanding team of emergency veterinarians and nurses, working alongside specialists in internal medicine, emergency and critical care, and surgery.
The centre is very well equipped with imaging (Siemens 16-slice CT, digital radiography, digital subtraction fluoroscopy, Phillips affinity and POC ultrasound machines, regular off-site access to 3T MRI imaging), critical care (6 new Menios oxygen cages, new Getinge Servo-u ventilator and newly created critical care suite), laboratory (Radiometer blood-gas machine, IDEXX Procyte haematology, Catalyst biochemistry and coagulation machines) and other equipment such as Olympus endoscopy and advanced anaesthetic monitoring.
The Position
The Emergency & Critical Care department at CARE enjoys a consistently busy caseload that encompasses an interesting and broad range of presentations. In this position, you will work with a dedicated and cohesive team of experienced nurses in caring for the cases presenting to, and hospitalised within, the Emergency & Critical Care department. It involves many aspects including: triage, in-patient care, assistance with anaesthesia and procedures, laboratory procedures, discussion of patient progress with owners and occasional reception duties.
The nature of emergency and critical care mandates continuous care and necessarily, this position involves a combination of day, evening, overnight and weekend shifts. The distribution of these shifts within the roster is carefully supervised by highly experienced and understanding nursing managers, who also participate in the roster.
The staff of CARE take pride in the benefits of interdepartmental cooperation in case management. ICU cases frequently benefit from the contributions of multiple specialist disciplines, as well as the support and guidance of a board-certified emergency and critical care specialist. This collaboration provides an excellent opportunity for learning and case follow-up. Beyond this, continuing education is encouraged through regular tutorials and daily rounds that are provided for the benefit of all staff, including the dedicated teams of Emergency and Critical Care veterinary and nursing interns.
The role can be part-time or full-time, with the emphasis being on finding the right person rather than the specific terms. It is important that the successful applicant embraces our core values, integrates well, and values the pursuit of excellence in client and patient care. They will be experienced, motivated, conscientious, and effective in their written and verbal communication with clients, referring veterinarians and other hospital staff.
About You
Emergency and critical care is typically a fast-paced, demanding, yet intensely rewarding discipline. Nursing in this field commonly attracts those who are not discouraged by these challenges, approaching them with a genuine intent to benefit patient outcomes and naturally cooperate within a team to achieve this.
Certificate IV in nursing (or equivalent qualification) is a prerequisite foundation. Nursing experience in a multi-specialist or emergency and critical care facility is considered beneficial, but is not critical and is readily overshadowed by enthusiasm and a friendly, team-oriented personality.
Remuneration
CARE ECC nurses are attractively remunerated on a “base plus loading” basis. Base rates are generous, ranging from $26 to $31 per hour, with additional loading applied to long shifts, shifts occurring in the evenings, and shifts on weekends.
Rate of Pay:
Monday to Friday Saturday Sunday Public Holiday
Day Shift Swing Shift Night Shift
100% 115% 130% 150% 200% 250%
On shifts with a length exceeding 8 hours, the ninth hour onwards is paid at 150% instead of the above loading rate (unless the above loading rate is higher). On shifts with a length exceeding 11 hours, the twelfth hour onwards is paid at 200% instead of the loading rate.
While shift patterns are variable, on the above basis a permanent full-time ECC nurse can expect to achieve annual remuneration in the range of $78-$90k plus superannuation (or pro rata part time).
Life at CARE
The successful candidate will enjoy:
- Membership of a friendly, supportive, and highly productive team of nurses and veterinarians within the Emergency & Critical Care department, and more broadly, within CARE.
- Outstanding remuneration as detailed above.
- Exposure to an exciting and varied caseload in an environment committed to achieving the best patient outcomes with the resources and equipment to achieve them.
- Immersion in a workplace culture that encourages, values, and makes provision for continuing professional development. Permanent ECC nurses are entitled to a CPD allowance of $1,000 per year.
- Relocation assistance and the potential for Visa sponsorship for international candidates.
- A workplace that is focused on employee wellbeing, professional satisfaction, and the sustainability of veterinary work.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing free and confidential counselling on issues of work, money, family, health, and everything in between.
- Great staff amenities which include complimentary snacks, beverages, espresso coffee, and fresh fruit delivered weekly.
- Generous discounts on a range of hospital products and services.
- An easy commute to work, owing to our close proximity to multimodal public transport and major arterial freeways. Secure off-street staff car parking is available.
- A centrally located workplace in one of Melbourne's most exciting lifestyle precincts.
How to Apply
Applications and enquiries should be directed to Ms Erin Gibson via careers@carevet.com.au Applications should include a cover letter outlining your suitability and enthusiasm for the position, and a current CV (including contact details for three references).
CARE is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or age.
Please visit our website: https://carevet.com.au/
Bentons Road Vet Clinic, Mount Martha, Mornington Peninsula (posted 1st October)
Dream Job Applicants Only
Veterinary Nurse Team Leader (Hospital)
Let me guess, the job you’re currently doing isn’t quite living up to expectations… It’s ok but something is missing… you can’t put your finger on it but you’ve decided to go looking for better… You start scrolling... some jobs sound ok, but nothing stands out… You keep asking, Where are the dream jobs???
Surprise!... you’re only minutes away from applying for it.
So here’s the thing:
- You’ve probably learnt what you DON’T like, and you NEVER want to go there again
- You’re SEARCHING for the practice that enables you to continue to do what you LOVE, but;
- You’re determined to find the practice that CONNECTS with you and where you feel supported
- And, you already know that all clinics are not created equal.
Thankfully your search is over.
Every day at Bentons Road Vet Clinic we open our doors, not only to care for our patients but to care for each other. Our primary vision is to make Bentons Road Veterinary Clinic a welcoming place to both visit and work. Where every team member has the opportunity to bring value, to grow and to become a part of something meaningful.
So don’t settle for Mediocre… Shoot for your dreams
For full job details head to: www.bentonsroadvet.com.au/nursecareers/
Contact Natalie Smith, our Nurse Manager, on (03) 5976 4629 / 0419 533 193 or via email: natalie.brvc@gmail.com
Centre for Animal Referral & Emergency, Collingwood (posted 1st October)
Internal Medicine Nurse
- Permanent full-time basis with attractive above-award remuneration.
- Fully equipped hospital with modern facilities.
- An industry leading team based in the heart of Melbourne.
Are ready to take the next step in your nursing career? The Centre for Animal Referral and Emergency (CARE) is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious nurse to join the Internal Medicine team. If you are passionate about veterinary nursing and have the desire to grow your knowledge and abilities further, CARE will help you develop the skills and experience you need to excel!
About Us
CARE is a well-equipped, multi-specialist veterinary hospital located in Collingwood, in the heart of metropolitan Melbourne. It is a fast-growing, privately owned clinic with a busy and interesting caseload. We aim for gold standard patient care at all times and pride ourselves on our friendly, cohesive working environment. We strive for excellent relationships with our referring veterinarians and clients.
The Medicine team consists of two full-time and one part-time internal medicine clinicians, as well as our excellent support staff. We work closely with the specialist surgery and 24-hour emergency and critical care departments. Our priority is to provide outstanding patient care with compassion whilst maintaining exceptional clinical standards.
The Role
The internal medicine nurse position is an exciting opportunity to extend and advance your nursing career. Medicine cases are complex, interesting, and often have intensive specialised nursing requirements. You would be charged with the care of the hospitalised medicine patients, as well as assisting in sedation, preparation, restraint, and anaesthesia of medicine patients for further specialised diagnostics, such as ultrasound or endoscopy. You would also be required to communicate with clients and referring veterinarians on a daily basis.
Life at CARE
The successful candidate will enjoy:
- A rich and fulfilling career in a high-performing and well-regarded specialist and emergency centre.
- Competitive above-award remuneration, commensurate with skill level and experience.
- The excitement and challenges that come with our interesting and varied medicine caseload.
- Mentorship and opportunities for continuing professional development.
- A friendly and welcoming team of like-minded professionals.
- Relocation assistance and potential for visa sponsorship for international candidates.
- A friendly and welcoming team of like-minded professionals. We are a supportive family-run clinic, with an emphasis on achieving best patient outcomes.
- A workplace community that promotes employee wellbeing, satisfaction, and retention.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing free and confidential counselling on issues of work, money, family, health, and everything in between.
- Great staff amenities which include complimentary snacks, beverages, espresso coffee, and fresh fruit delivered weekly.
- Generous discounts on a range of hospital products and services.
- An easy commute to work, owing to our close proximity to multimodal public transport and major arterial freeways. Secure off-street staff car parking is available.
- A centrally located workplace in one of Melbourne's most exciting lifestyle precincts.
About You
The ideal candidate would have a Cert IV or higher in veterinary nursing. They would be professional, genuine, and personable, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. It is important that the successful candidate works well with our team, and is able to adapt to and problem-solve any challenges that may come their way. Previous referral hospital experience is advantageous but is not essential; we will help you develop into a skilled medicine nurse!
How to Apply
If you are ready to take your nursing career to the next level, we look forward to hearing from you! Applications, including a cover letter describing your suitability for the position, CV and a list of references should be addressed to Dr Sophie Haynes and directed 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. Note, the successful applicant for the role may be required to undergo a National Police Check.
Peninsula Vet Care Rosebud, Mornington Peninsula (posted 29th September)
Veterinary Nurse required
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: jenna@penvetcare.com.au or call Jenna 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
Melton Family Vets, West Melbourne (posted 28th September)
Melton’s newest Vet Clinic
Melton Family vets stands for core values of compassion, respect and understanding. We understand all of us are different and that is why world is better place to live. We offer the highest standards of care for all pets. We are custom-built brand-new facility with beautiful brand-new tools.
We are super excited to offer a part time job opportunity.
Part Time Veterinary Nurse
- Part-time, flexible hours
- Immediate start (within next 2-4 weeks)
This is an exciting opportunity for experienced Part Time Veterinary Nurse to join Melton Family Vets. Melton Family Vets is a boutique purpose built veterinary practice that provides premium veterinary services to the Melton community and surrounds.
We are looking for an experienced Vet Nurse with excellent communication and customer service skills to join the practice. Ideally, a minimum of 1-4 years or more of experience.
Ability to work unsupervised helping with cases, reminders, records and building rapport with clients over the phone. You will be working alongside a caring Vet who provides outstanding and customised pet care - our goal is all about servicing our clients in the best possible way.
If you truly enjoy getting to know your clients and love developing long term relationships with them then this job is for you. We view all our teammates as our family hence our clinic name resonates with our values. A love for coffee /tea/V Uber eats and Menulog, Ezyvet and laughing till you snort are very very desirable traits for the applicant.
If this job sounds like for you, please address a cover letter describing your suitability for position (relevant experience) to Dr Sammi at info@meltonfamilyvets.com.au or call 0413 882 431.
Please visit our website: https://meltonfamilyvets.com.au/
Mountain Ranges Vet Clinic, NE of Melbourne (posted 27th September)
FULL/PART TIME VET NURSE POSITION
Experienced vet nurse required for position at Mountain Ranges Vet Clinic in Kinglake, Victoria.
We are looking for a motivated, caring vet nurse to join our team. Part time/full time position available.
The successful applicant will have initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The applicant should also be organised and have great time management skills.
Our preference is for a qualified nurse (Cert IV or Animal Tech). However, practical experience with less formal study is also valued.
We are a small mixed practice clinic with a great clientele and up-to-date equipment.
We encourage, support and finance continuing education. We offer attractive remuneration (above award wages).
Our clinic opening hours are weekdays 9am – 6pm (Thursday open till 7 pm) and Saturday 9 am – 1pm.
Kinglake is approximately 60 km from Melbourne CBD & is close to National Parks & the Yarra Valley.
Please email applications and CVs to Practice Manager Kylie McGee at mountainrangesvetclinic@gmail.com or contact Mountain Ranges Vet Clinic 03 5786 1777
Veterinary Referral Hospital, Dandenong (posted 27th September)
Medicine Vet Nurse
Dandenong VIC
The Veterinary Referral Hospital in Melbourne’s South East provides comprehensive patient care from Emergency and Critical Care to Specialist Surgery, Medicine, Neurology, Oncology and Diagnostic Imaging. We practice the highest standards of care whilst remaining a friendly and relaxed clinic.
Our Medicine team is expanding, and we are seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our Medicine Team on a full time or part time basis.
The role will be rostered primarily in the Medicine department with the opportunity to work shifts in other departments, notably Neurology, Oncology and Diagnostic Imaging. It will include all aspects of nursing from admissions to procedures, through to recovery and discharge.
What we offer you:
- The opportunity to expand your clinical skills in a supportive, exciting, and dynamic environment
- A challenging and rewarding position – feel good about what you do!
- Support both professionally and personally with proactive interaction with colleagues and the support team
- The ability to work at any of the other Animal Emergency Centres in Melbourne
- The potential to work either a 5- or 4-day weekly roster.
To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the following:
- A higher level of competency in all areas of Veterinary Nursing
- Qualifications as a Veterinary Nurse, minimum Certificate IV or equivalent
- Experience in a Referral Hospital will be highly regarded
- A current radiation licence, or the ability to obtain prior to starting
- Exceptional organisation and communication skills
- A flexible, adaptable and a positive ‘can do’ attitude!
Experience with advanced imaging techniques such as CT, Endoscopy and Fluoroscopy, as well as nursing patients with high needs will be highly regarded.
If this role is the one you have been looking for and sounds like your next challenge, please send your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the above-mentioned criteria to:
People & Culture Co-ordinator: hr@vrh247.com.au
Please note, only candidates with the right to work in Australia should apply
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