Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - Victoria
Advanced Vetcare, Kensington, Inner North-West Melbourne (posted 17th March)
Internal Medicine Nurse - Part Time
Advanced Vetcare is a veterinary referral centre with 24-hour emergency and critical care support. We are a purpose-built facility in central Melbourne with a new centre opening in the Eastern Suburbs. We currently house specialist small animal surgery, internal medicine, oncology and emergency services. In addition, we operate the Geelong Animal Emergency.
Applications are invited from professional and experienced nurses to join our Internal Medicine department. Our nursing team currently support two part-time Internal Medicine Specialists with a full-time Specialist joining the team in mid-2023.
We are a fully equipped hospital, including ultrasound, CT, endoscopy and more. This allows us to offer the best and most complete care to our patients and offer diversity and intrigue to our caseload.
We offer continued education opportunities, as well as in-clinic training seminars.
The successful candidate will have the ability to work closely within a team, but also autonomously and independently in a challenging, unpredictable environment. We require a flexible and adaptable employee, who is organised and proactive. This position will encompass all facets of speciality nursing, including outstanding client service and excellent inter-departmental communication. We are seeking a reliable and driven person who can contribute to improving our clinic, while being open to learning new techniques.
Please note this is not a training position and a minimum of 2 years experience is desired.
The successful completion of Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or overseas equivalent is preferred. An attractive salary will be offered, commensurate with experience. Initially, this position is considered part-time with the option of moving to full-time when our new Specialist starts.
We are a dedicated team who aims to provide the highest level of service to our patients, our clients and our referring vets.
Interested parties should submit a letter of introduction, resume and three current referees to: careers@advancedvetcare.com.au
See our website: www.advancedvetcare.com.au
Brimbank Vet Clinic, Sydenham, NW Melbourne VIC (posted 17th March)
Junior Veterinary Nurse (Full Time Position)
The Brimbank Vet Clinic welcomes applications for a junior veterinary nurse to join our busy clinic team!
This is your opportunity to join our friendly and enthusiastic team of 6 vets, 11 nurses and 3 receptionists.
We are Australia’s first carbon neutral vet clinic and we are proud to make a commitment to a better future for our patients, our team and the environment we all share.
Our clinic’s purpose is to educate, motivate and congratulate our clients. This means we are looking for someone that is highly driven and passionate about animal health and care.
What we offer:
- A modern, environmentally friendly, purpose built clinic including; separate dog cat waiting rooms hospital wards, sterile surgery theatre, 5 consulting rooms, designated staff room (equipped with a very fancy coffee machine) and private courtyard.
- The highest quality, up to date equipment including; digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, monitoring equipment, 5 anaesthetic machines, 2 dental machines and much more!
- A 76 hour fortnight (full time) roster with maximum daily shifts being 9.5 hour(including a designated 1 hour lunch break). This roster includes 1 rostered Saturday shift and an extra RDO per fortnight.
- Continuing education – We encourage our staff to continue learning with further training that includes individual special interests and job related skills.
- A fun and enthusiastic team who absolutely love their work and our clients patients.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Will be enthusiastic, empathetic and have an excellent customer service focus.
- Have the ability to work efficiently within a team.
- Be committed to the veterinary care profession.
- Be friendly and have a good sense of humour.
- Be committed to starting, completing or have completed their Certificate IV in Vet Nursing.
- Some previous experience within the veterinary field is ideal, however not essential for the right candidate.
This role will include some reception work.
Pay as per award/experience.
For a tour of our beautiful purpose built clinic, as well as some tempting reasons as to why any nurse would love to work here, please watch our clinic tour via the link. https://youtu.be/1T4Y9ZO790g
Please send your cover letter and resume to:
Att: Merinda (Practice Co-ordinator)
Email: admin@brimbankvet.com.au
Wantirna Vet Clinic, East Melbourne VIC (posted 17th March)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse Position Available
Love being a Vet Nurse...?
Want more than the usual daily grind...?
What if this was the opportunity for you to thrive not just survive...?
Being a great Vet Nurse provides a super fulfilling career.
The challenge...
Finding a clinic that truly values you, your contribution and skills...
And that can support you so that it can truly be ‘a career’.
Wantirna Vet Clinic is such a clinic.
At Wantirna Vet Clinic we strive to provide a place where every team member is valued and can grow to be their very best.
How are we different?
At Wantirna Vet Clinic our nurses do just that...They aren’t receptionists and they are not glorified cleaners! So you get to focus on what you are best at and use all of your skills (and some more we will teach you!).
At Wantirna Vet Clinic your voice is heard...Feedback is an important part of our culture. We value everyone’s feedback, ideas and contributions. Everyone has a voice and a chance to help direct and shape how we run as a clinic.
At Wantirna Vet Clinic We Invest In You...Having a ‘growth mindset’ is super important. We want everyone to be better by virtue of working with us. The clinic happily invests in it’s team and their professional development. Together we become better.
At Wantirna Vet Clinic quality time away from work makes you better...A vet clinic is a pretty fast paced environment. That’s why taking a break away to enjoy the people and things you love is important. Our roster process easily allows you to plan your quality time away from work for the important stuff!
(Oh... and NO AFTERHOURS).
What we offer
4 Weeks of Annual Leave
Wages are above award, based on your experience and contribution Work-life balanced with a rotating Saturday roster (one in four) The position is a permanent part time role 4 days a week’s Affiliation with various wildlife carers providing opportunities for staff to expand your wildlife surgery skills and knowledge.
Our clinic operating hours are:
- Monday - Friday 8 am - 7 pm
- Saturdays: 8.30 am - 1 pm
- Sunday: Closed
- Public holidays: Closed
Please note this is not a training position and a minimum of two years’ experience is desired.
So, if you are ready to thrive in your Vet Nursing career...
And this sounds like the opportunity for you...
Then I would love to chat.
Please send your resume and cover letter to Alison at results@wantirnavetclinic.com Look forward to hearing from you!
Hobsons Bay Veterinary Clinic, Newport, South-West Melbourne (posted 16th March)
Full time Veterinary Nurse position
FULL TIME $25-$34.99 per hour
An exciting opportunity is available for a full time nurse to join our superstar team. Part time applications will also be welcomed for someone who may want a 30 hour week.
We are a busy vet practice with a fun and energetic team looking for an experienced full time nurse, although nurses who are completing the Certificate 4 in veterinary nursing are also encouraged to apply.
Our team consists of 6 vets and 9 nurses working in a modern, well-equipped clinic. Check out our website: www.hobsonsbayvet.com.au
Our nurses do cool stuff as that’s what they are trained to do! Intubation, radiology, taking blood and catheter placements, we don’t just clean cages. We will also train you if you are yet to acquire these skills.
Please click here to see photos!
We are looking for a nurse that possesses a passion for patient care and exceptional customer service skills. Your role would cover all aspects of veterinary nursing including assisting in anaesthesia and surgery, some reception duties, customer service, general patient care, and cleaning. We offer well above award wages for the right candidate.
The ideal candidate would possess the following:
- Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing or currently studying the Veterinary nurse course
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Possess a strong work ethic with a professional and positive attitude
- Enthusiastic, positive, and caring attitude towards colleagues and clients
- Excellent animal handling skills
If this sounds like the job you have been looking for, please send your resume and cover letter to Operations Manager Laura, at lsitter@hobsonsbayvet.com.au
Animal Referral Hospital Essendon, Inner N Melbourne (posted 15th March) ECC Nurse
Emergency & Critical Care Nurse
Essendon Fields, VIC
An exciting opportunity for an Emergency & Critical Care Vet Nurse to join our Essendon Fields team on a permanent full-time basis.
Does the thrill of trauma and emergency medicine excite you, but you still remain as cool as a cucumber?
About us
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
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to;
- Admission & triage of emergency patients
- A permanent full-time role with variety
- 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
About you:
We are searching for nurses who possesses the ability to multitask and work well as a team in an often face-paced environment. Specialist hospital experience is preferable, but a strong general practice background is welcome and looked highly upon. On the job training will be provided with ongoing support by senior members of staff and veterinarians however applicants must possess the ability to work unsupervised as well as demonstrate reasonable proficiency in basic nursing skills such as intravenous catheter placement, fluid therapy, drug dose calculations, use of monitoring equipment and assessing vital signs, as the role involves a degree of autonomy and use of initiative.
What you’ll bring
- Minimum of 2 years’ fulltime experience in general practice post qualification
- Certificate iv in veterinary nursing or higher
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills
- Well-developed organisational skills
- Interest in emergency & critical care medicine
Desirable attributes;
- Previous experience in an emergency or specialist hospital (but not essential)
- Knowledge of Rx works / Smart flow will be highly regarded (but not essential)
Our offer to you
- Expand your clinical skills and knowledge in a supportive, exciting and dynamic environment
- A challenging and rewarding position
- Attractive above award wage / commensurate with experience
- 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
If you would like to become part of the dynamic ARH team, please forward your application via email with the subject field ‘Emergency Nurse Position’ with current resume & cover letter to Aimee Elliott – vetnursecareers@gxltd.com.au or apply online
Advanced Vetcare, Kensington, Inner North-West Melbourne (posted 15th March)
EXPERIENCED ECC NURSES REQUIRED.
Full Time and Part Time positions - predominantly night shift roles
Advanced Vetcare is a veterinary referral centre with 24-hour emergency and critical care support. We are a purpose-built facility in central Melbourne and have a new centre opening in the Eastern Suburbs. We currently house specialist small animal surgery, internal medicine, oncology, and emergency services. In addition, we operate the Geelong Animal Emergency Centre.
Applications are invited from professional and experienced nurses to join our Emergency and Critical Care department. We are a busy, progressive, and friendly centre that aims to provide a challenging work environment while offering committed care to our patients and clients. These roles could in time be shared with our other centre in Kew which provides overnight inpatient care.
We have exceptional teams who support and care for each other. We offer continued education opportunities, with financial contribution as well as in-clinic training seminars.
We are a fully equipped emergency hospital, with the added benefits of working alongside our specialists, which allows us to offer the best and most complete care to our patients, as well as offering diversity and intrigue to our caseload.
The successful candidates will have the ability to work closely within a team, but also efficiently and independently in a challenging, unpredictable environment. This position will encompass all facets of speciality and emergency nursing, including outstanding client and inter-departmental communication.
We are seeking reliable and driven nurses who can contribute to improving our clinics while being open to learning new techniques.
Please note this is not a training position and a minimum of one-year emergency or busy general practice experience is desired. The successful completion of Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or overseas equivalent is also preferred. An attractive salary will be offered, commensurate with experience. This role will predominantly contribute to our night shift roster which operates on a set shift roster to allow work-life balance.
Why choose us?
We understand the current and unrelenting pressures on our industry, particularly in the emergency environment. Our team is our most important asset, and our partners work on the floor as part of the AVC team. We aim to provide the highest level of service to our patients, our clients, and our referring vets in a friendly, rewarding environment.
Interested parties should submit a letter of introduction, resume and two current referees to: careers@advancedvetcare.com.au
See our website: www.advancedvetcare.com.au
Diamond Valley Veterinary Hospitals, Eltham/Montmorency (posted 14th March)
EXPERIENCED FULL TIME VETERINARY NURSE POSITION AVAILABLE.
Diamond Valley Veterinary Hospitals have 2 clinic's located in the beautiful leafy suburbs of Montmorency & Eltham.
We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic nurse to join our amazing team of very experienced vets and nurses, to service our wonderful and dedicated long term clients and their pets.
Our well equipped veterinary hospitals are independently owned and are busy small animal practices , and we prides ourselves on providing a high level of veterinary care and services. We have an interesting and varied case load, with lots of in house diagnostics, including blood machines, digital x-ray and ultrasound.
The position is full time , 4 days a week with a set rostered day off each week based on an average of 35hrs per week, the weekends are rotated evenly and fairly between staff.
Lunch breaks, above award wages, leaving on time, staff meetings & training and a good work life balance for all staff is our priority!
We are open Monday to Friday 8am-7pm
Saturday's are open at Eltham Central only 8am-5pm
Sunday's & Public Holidays at Eltham Central only 9am-1pm
No after hours.
Your responsibilities will include and are not limited to:
- Caring for patients and clients
- Performing nursing tasks -
- admission & discharge
- anaesthetic monitoring
- surgical preparation
- Triage
- IV catheterisation
- Blood collection
- admission & discharge
- Reception duties -
- Client communication
- Managing day to day timeline
- Appointment scheduling work flow
- Maintaining clinic facilities & equipment.
- Of course the regular cleaning.
- Client communication
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is preferred but not essential if experienced.
- Excellent phone manner, communication and customer service skills.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of Veterinary nursing procedures.
- Confidence in monitoring anaesthesia.
- A friendly and professional manner.
- Self motivation.
- Good animal handling skills a must.
* This position is not an entry level or trainee position *
If you're looking for an exciting change and you want to work with a great team with friendly loyal clients to chat too and enjoy your day then this is the position for you.
Please send cover letter & resume with references to -
Leisa – Practice Manager
dvvhresumes@gmail.com
Please visit our website for further information: dvvet.com.au
Glen Iris Veterinary Hospital, Malvern, South-East Melbourne (posted 14th March)
Trainee Veterinary Nurse, Full-Time
Glen Iris Vet Hospital has an exciting opportunity for Trainee Veterinary Nurse to join our team. You will be rewarded with the best hands-on training and supportive care in our progressive team.
About Us
We are an 11-vet clinic across 2 hospitals situated approximately 2km apart (Glen Iris Vet Hospital and Armadale Vet Hospital). Our clinics are resourced with digital x-rays, high quality ultrasound, doppler blood pressure monitors, laparascopic and endoscopic equipment, full Idexx in-house lab including CBC/Biochem/Electrolytes/Gas/Coags/IonCa++ and high-quality microscopes. All of our anaesthetic monitoring equipment is fixed with SpO2, ECG, BP, ETCO2. We adhere to the highest surgical standards of care and pride ourselves on what we do. Importantly, we also like to have a laugh!
About your traineeship
On employment, we will sign you up for Apprenticeship Australia for the duration of your certificate. If you are already self-enrolled, this will not affect your current enrollment. This will enable us to provide you with the most up-to-date training possible, which will give you access to extra support throughout the duration of your course.
The Successful applicant
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated,
- Flexible, adaptable, with a positive attitude,
- Passionate about patient and client care
- A friendly easy going nature
- Ability to learn and adapt to different roles across the clinic
What we offer
- 4 Weeks of Annual Leave
- We value mental health and offer a free Employment Assistant Program (EAP)
- Wages are above award, based on the level of Nursing you are completing
- Work-life balanced roster, rotating weekends
- NO after hours
Our clinic
Operating hours are:
Monday - Friday 8 am - 7.30 pm
Saturdays: 9 am - 3 pm
Sunday: Closed
If you would like to see more about our clinic and cattery, please check out our website: https://www.glenirisvethospital.com.au/
Visit our Facebook page to see all the latest up-to-date information and fun we have whilst working: www.facebook.com/GIenIrisVetHospital/?fref=ts
If this sounds like the next step in your learning journey, please send a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume to Elaine: practicemanager@glenirisvethospital.com.au
Greencross Kilsyth, Melbourne VIC (posted 14th March)
Vet Nurse - Greencross Kilsyth & Bayswater
The teams at Kilsyth & Bayswater are looking for a nurse to join them 3 days a week and every second Saturday across both sites.
Greencross Bayswater are a fun, easy-going and supportive team dedicated to creating a gold-standard clinic with a strong surgical caseload and focus. Our clinic is equipped with an IM3 dental machine, multi parameter monitoring, in-house blood machines, two consulting rooms, non-sterile treatment area, dedicated surgery room and separate cat and dog wards. We are also conveniently located within a Petbarn store.
Greencross Kilsyth is in the Dandenong ranges of Melbourne, close to the Yarra Valley wine district. The team are an experienced and supportive team focused on gold standards of care. We are a large, light and bright practice with 3 large consulting rooms, surgery, separate dog and cat hospital wards, laser therapy, ultrasound machine, IM3 dental machine and in-house lab.
What you’ll be doing each day
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care
- Performing minor procedures when required
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment
- Handling client enquiries professionally in person, by email and over the phone
- Administration duties when required
What you’ll bring
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience, must be able to work sole charge
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Experience with Rx works (preferred but not essential)
Most importantly, we are seeking a motivated nurse who is interested in furthering their knowledge both as an individual and as part of a team.
With fantastic career development available with ongoing opportunities to build on your skills, we want to provide you with an environment of support within a team all working towards the same goal of providing the very best care to our patients.
Sound like your next role? Apply Today! https://smrtr.io/dnKD7
Indigo Veterinary Services, Beechworth NE VIC (posted 13th March)
Are you seeking that ideal nursing role where you can balance your daily work in a stimulating and friendly vet clinic, with a small country town oozing in heritage charm and services that puts it in the top ten liveable towns in Australia?
Come to Indigo Veterinary Services, in Beechworth, in northeast Victoria. Start your day with a relaxing walk through surrounding parklands, indulge in delicious lunches at any one of many fine cafes, and finish the day with a swim or a bike ride. All this within a few hundred metres of your workplace.
Indigo Veterinary Services is a 2 vet mixed practice, mostly small animals, but with that eclectic mix of farm animals, horses and wildlife to provide you with lots of interesting cases. We are experiencing an exciting phase of growth, and last year we moved into our new purpose built Vet hospital. Our veterinary team of vets and nurses is expanding to meet this growing demand for our services.
Please click here to see photos!
We are seeking an experienced veterinary nurse who can demonstrate:
- A Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing, or equivalent.
- Veterinary nursing skills including surgical and anaesthetic preparation and monitoring
- Competence with performing blood collection, laboratory procedures, catheterisation, administration of medications, and performing nurse consultations and discharges
- Availability to work a minimum of 30 hours per week, with some Saturday mornings and occasional afterhours emergency attendance.
- Enthusiasm and ability for teamwork, but also the initiative and confidence to work unsupervised when necessary, with adherence to clinic protocols and attention to detail.
- Excellent communications skills, written and verbal, to deliver an exceptional customer care experience
- Keenness to become a part of the local community, and develop positive connections with our clients and the wider community.
Remuneration will be commensurate with the experience and skills that you will bring to the team. The position is available for immediate start.
Locum nursing positions may also be available.
Please phone 03 5728 2410, during business hours, for more information.
Canterbury Veterinary Clinic & Hospital, Surrey Hills (posted 13th March)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
PERMANENT VETERINARY NURSE FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME
Canterbury Veterinary Clinic & Hospital (Incorporating Donvale Veterinary Centre)
The directors and owners invite QUALIFIED (or near) VETERINARY NURSES to apply for the role: PERMANENT ON-GOING FULL-TIME or PART-TIME VETERINARY NURSE.
Our Business: We are privately owned for the past 30+ years. We have completely fitted out our hospital with the latest equipment, including full computerisation, digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound, laser and in-house haematology and biochemistry. Our clients are from the local area and some from all over greater Melbourne.
Our approximate case load is Dogs 55%, Cats 20%, Exotic Mammals (Ferrets, Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, Rats and Mice) 25%. We have separate hospitals. Downstairs we have a large waiting room, 3 consulting suites and Dog & Ferret hospital. Upstairs, Recovery / Preparation room, Main Surgery (2 tables), Dental Surgery, X-Ray, Ultrasound room, Staff areas, Cat hospital, Rat, Mice and Guinea Pig hospital and Staff room.
Our staff: We have 18 permanent staff, all with significant experience, and we operate with 5 Veterinarians each weekday, 2 on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. During the week we schedule numerous dentals and surgery every day.
The position: The practice owner has a special interest in exotics, making this the perfect opportunity for someone with an interest in gaining experience in this area, as training can be provided. However, exotics interest or experience is not essential.
The applicant: We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to assist throughout our hospital. We have a full time receptionist, but all nurses rotate throughout the hospital. Applicants who are interested in assisting in surgery and dentals are especially welcome to apply. (Unregistered Veterinarians are also welcome to apply).
Clinic hours are 8:30 am to 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday. 8:30 am to 2:00 pm, on Saturday and 10:00 am to 1:00 pm on Sundays.
The clientele go above and beyond for their pets. The clinic prides themselves on providing an ethical and high standard of care.
The practice is in a great location, with convenient parking, and only a short walk to the (Surrey Hills) train station. The CBD is only a short drive away.
Applications: canterbury_vet@icloud.com
See our website: https://canterburyvet.com.au/
Brunswick Central Vet Clinic, Inner Melbourne (posted 13th March)
Full time or Part time Experienced Nurse Position Available
Have you tired of working with 'normal' vets and nurses? Do you dream of colleagues with more idiosyncrasies and quirks than you can poke a stick at? Brunswick Central Vet is the clinic for you.
Are you the kind of person who likes to get stuff done, give the best care you can and feel accomplished at the end of the day?
Do you enjoy doing this with a team who look out for each other, do regular coffee runs and are always ready to lend a hand?
We are the clinic for you!
We love coffee, we love our patients and most of all we love each other! (Most of the time).
We are an odd bunch but a good bunch and we need another Experienced Veterinary Nurse to complement our amazing team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic team player who is willing to laugh at all our jokes, funny or not.
What we have to offer:
- Gold standard of care
- Access to the Veterinary Training Centre
- Flexible hours to enjoy a family-friendly work-life balance
- Regular influx of Caffeine
- Weekly staff meetings with regular Lunch and Learns
- Encouragement to pursue your interests and career progression
- Interesting and varied case loads
- A great support network from the whole team
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program: Assure
What you will have:
- Experience in all areas of clinic
- Confidence in general anaesthetic monitoring
- Excellent patient care and passion for animal welfare
- A positive and honest attitude
- Great communication skills
- A reliable and hard working nature with keen attention to detail
Our clinic is dynamic and exciting with collaboration between vets and nurses for a true team approach. We encourage you to pursue your interests and encourage continued education internally and externally.
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Fitzroy Vet Hospital, Inner Melbourne (posted 13th March)
Vet Nurse Wanted – Full Time Position (38hrs a week, spread over a four-day working week!)
Fitzroy Veterinary Hospital are currently searching for the next enthusiastic, passionate and dedicated Veterinary Nurse to join our family.
We are a young, dynamic, and lovely team of Vets, Nurses and dedicated Receptions who strive to deliver the very best in veterinary care. Our team has developed a reputation for delivering exceptional customer service, putting the health and wellbeing of our patients first and our care for each other. Our nurses are always supported by our lovely team of vets and encouraged to get involved in all aspects.
We have the opportunity for our new Nurse to take on as much responsibility as you would like within the role, whilst making a huge difference in our treasured patients and client's lives. If you are looking for a nursing position within a supportive and caring clinic, then we may have the perfect role for you!
The type of team member we are looking for will have ..
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with 2-3 years of Veterinary Nursing experience is desired but happy to consider all applications
- A desire to learn, develop and to continue to grow within the team
- A passion for providing excellent standards of patient care and exceptional customer service
- An ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of the team
- An ability to self-manage, problem solve and show initiative but also take direction
- A genuine love for animals and their people!
- Lifestyle friendly working hours. We don't work overtime, 9am-4pm Saturdays (1 in 3) and are closed on Sundays and Public Holidays
- Remuneration is dependent on experience, there is always the opportunity for growth and further development within the team
- State-of-the-art Training Centre and lots of Lunch and Learns – we strongly encourage education and skill growth
- Our current nurses are all highly trained, taking on responsibilities such as nurse consults, catheter placement, blood collection, performing in-house pathology, inducing anaesthesia and intubation to name a few. They also love to teach, so support in your new role is guaranteed
- Fortnightly team meetings when we close the hospital for 2 hours to hold a full team meeting where every staff member can feel heard and have ideas exchanged
- A clinic that appreciates you every day - we are a tight knit team who treat one another like family! There's a lot of laughter amongst the serious stuff!
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Or to find out more about this role and to have a friendly chat, call the clinic on 03 9489 2195 and ask to speak with Wendy!
Southpaws - Mornington, Mornington Peninsula (posted 10th March) Surgical Nurse
Full Time Position - Surgical Nurse - Surgery Department
Southpaws are looking for a full-time Surgical Nurse to join our team at Southpaws Mornington.
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 and their families.
As an employer
Southpaws are committed to leading the way in creating a workplace that operates the way we believe it 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 are 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.
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 but not essential.
- Certificate IV or equivalent qualification
- Plus 2-5 year’s experience
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a face-paced environment
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- High proficiency in 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 fulfil your career goals and achieve your potential
- Monthly check-ins and a 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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Dandenong Veterinary Hospital, Eastern Melbourne (posted 10th March)
Vet Nurse, Experienced, Full time.
We are seeking an enthusiastic nurse to join our lovely team. This role can vary from an experienced nurse role, right up to a head nurse role if this takes your fancy.
What we can offer you:
- Work life balance, with a 4 day working week for our full timers. We are closed Sundays and public holidays. Saturday shifts are rare, as we have other team members working the majority of them as part of their role.
- A supportive and encouraging team environment
- Weekly Monday meetings and monthly training, including the ‘soft-skills’ we all need to flourish in our jobs
- Opportunities to develop on your nursing skills
- A hands-on approach, utilising your skills in all areas of the clinic including blood collection, catheter placement and cytology
- Frequent cakes for Birthdays, anniversaries or other events
- A birthday RDO
- Staff discounts
- Above award wage / commensurate with experience
Who we are:
We are a small animal Vet Hospital in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, and one of the oldest clinics in Melbourne (we began caring for local pets 98 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 are a Lincoln Institute Employer of Choice, continually working to excel in leadership, team work, client and patient care - https://lincolninstitute.com.au/leadership-awards/
The role:
- For an experienced Veterinary Nurse, either Cert IV or suitably experienced (2yrs plus). This role will not suit a trainee.
- Surgical, General Nursing and Nurse Consulting. We can provide training in consulting if you have not done this before. Experience in anaesthesia will be necessary.
- The role can be expanded to include some head nurse responsibilities if this is of interest.
What we are looking for:
- Someone who is compassionate, resilient & brings a positive attitude
- Exceptional organisation and communication skills
- A proactive and ambitious approach with a desire to learn
- The ability to work well within the team and confidently as an individual.
- Attention to detail in completing all designated tasks - to assist you in this there are numerous designated duty checklists
- If you have the desire to utilise and improve on your nursing skills and knowledge then this is the right place for you!
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 – jessica@dvh.com.au. Please include a cover letter, and at least two references.
Geelong Animal Referral Services, Newtown, Geelong (posted 8th March)
Veterinary Nurse Overnight – Full Time or Part time
About Us:
GARS is a multidisciplinary small animal referral hospital staffed 24/7 with onsite specialists in surgery and internal medicine, supported by specialists in oncology and diagnostic imaging, residents, interns, reception and nursing staff.
The GARS vision is to be Victoria’s leading referral centre. We have recruited staff with a view to achieving this goal. The hospital is brand new, purpose built, proudly independent and privately-owned. Located in Newtown Geelong, the hospital occupies a tranquil part of the city, immediately surrounded by beautiful greenspaces, overlooking the Barwon River, Balyang sanctuary and Balyang Golf course. The facility boasts its own private outdoor space with lawns overlooking the golf course and river for our staff and patients to enjoy. It is equipped with four consulting rooms, chemotherapy room, large central treatment area with adjacent nursing station and separate MRI, ultrasound/endoscopy, minimally invasive fluoroscopy and CT suites. Three large operating theatres surround a large central sterile processing zone with separate staff offices, lecture theatre, board room, kitchen and lounge area and independent cat and dog wards. The waiting room is a beautiful space with high ceilings and separate waiting areas for dogs and cats.
The hospital equipment is state of the art and includes onsite MRI, CT, Fluoroscopy, state of the art Olympus flexible endoscopy unit Ultrasound, DR radiography, multiparameter patient monitoring, ventilators, blood gas, coagulation, haematology and biochemistry machines, full Thoracoscopic/Laparoscopic/Arthroscopic instrumentation, Biomedtrix THR systems, Arthrex CUE/SynACART, NGD SHO, Kyon PGR, IMEX ESF, multiple locking plate systems (1.1mm-4.5mm), Stryker CD3 drivers, Acculan Ti TPLO saws, and Stryker neurosurgical equipment to name a few.
Our staff are considered experts in their field and industry leaders. We are completely focused on our team, including every current and future member. We value development and reward our staff with CPD available to all. We are dedicated to ensuring an appropriate work-life balance for all staff. If you wish to join our team that means you also are driven to achieving the highest possible standards of patient care and wish to work within a facility where staff excel at their job within a fun, inclusive and exceptional workspace.
We are looking for people who truly value teamwork and would like to join the GARS family, determined to take their career to the next level.
About the area:
GARS is very fortunate to have the Barwon River, Balyang Golf Course and Balyang Sanctuary with their natural green spaces, including bike and walking paths right on our front doorstep. The popular cafes, restaurants and bars of Pakington street and Geelong CBD are only minutes away. The outstanding wineries and distilleries of the Bellarine peninsula and beautiful beaches of the Surf Coast and famous Great Ocean Road Greater are less than 25minutes away. Transport links are excellent, with the South Geelong train station less than 3kms from the hospital, the Spirit of Tasmania Ferry (from January 2023) and Avalon International Airport 15 and 25 minutes from the hospital. Major arterials are also close by, offering fast and easy connections to Melbourne, Victoria’s North, West and South.
About the role:
- Assisting Veterinarians during examinations, diagnostics and treatment
- Assisting in Surgical procedures
- Assisting in Emergency procedures
- Assisting in Diagnostic imaging procedures, including MRI, CT, Radiography,
- Fluoroscopy, Endoscopy
- Place IV catheters
- Perform anaesthetic induction and intubation under supervision
- Monitoring anaesthetics, including use of ventilators (you will be taught if not already familiar)
- Provide nursing care to hospitalised patients including administering medications
- Monitoring critical care patients
- Assist in seamless and supportive client communication.
About you:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- 2 or more years nursing experience.
- Dedicated to always achieving best patient care
- Value and understand the importance of exceptional customer service
- Thrive in a team environment, whilst also being self-driven and able to work autonomously.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Highly motivated to expand your skillset and knowledge in all aspects of surgical, imaging and Internal medicine nursing.
- Knowledge of EzyVet is desirable but not essential
- Ability to rotate in weekend, overnight and on call roster
What we can offer you:
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
- Opportunity to join a fun, friendly and highly efficient team
- Work from a truly beautiful facility
- An employer that aims to facilitate work life balance for all staff
- Support to develop your skills and advance your career along your chosen path
- A caring and supportive environment that focuses on staff wellness and positive workplace culture
- Industry leading discounts for staff pets
For further information or to apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to: dana_keirs@yahoo.com.au and casssurgicalnursing@gmail.com
Port Melbourne Veterinary Clinic, Bayside Melbourne (posted 3rd March)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full-Time (or PT for the right candidate) experienced Vet Nurse to join our team at Port Melbourne Veterinary Clinic.
Port Melbourne is a long standing, busy practice in the bayside suburbs of Melbourne.
You will be supported by a team of highly trained and enthusiastic vets and nurses and a clientele who truly value their pets.
Key responsibilities:
- 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
- Growth mindset and willingness to develop junior staff
Who you are:
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with at least 1 years post qualification clinical experience desired however Junior nurses are encouraged to apply if you have surgical experience!
- Flexibility to work 1 in 4 weekend roster
- An ability to work efficiently, both independently and as part of the team
- A level of skill in monitoring anaesthetics is necessary
- Exceptional customer service 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
What you'll get:
- Friendly and welcoming team with a strong focus on team culture and stability
- Generous CPD allowance
- Encouraged Training and Development, including access to our learning and development team and training centres.
- Excellent Career and skills growth opportunity
For further information, please visit: https://portmelbournevet.com.au/
Sounds great! How do I apply?
Apply online today with your cover letter and resume - VetPartners Careers - Surgical Veterinary Nurse (jobvite.com)!
Kensington Vet Clinic, Inner City Melbourne (posted 2nd March)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full-Time Vet Nurse to join our team at Kensington Vet Clinic, in the heart of the lovely and leafy Kensington community. The ideal candidate will have a passion for high-level patient care, alongside the ability to develop great working relationships.
At Kensington, we aim to provide a comprehensive, professional, and compassionate veterinary service. We're a tight knit team who 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.
You will be supported by a team of highly trained and enthusiastic nurses and a clientele who truly value their pets.
Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Provide effective support to veterinarians in all aspects of veterinary nursing
- Maintain an excellent level of patient care and customer service at all times, treating every patient as if they were your own
- Maintain a consistently high level of organisation and cleanliness in the hospital and kennel areas at all times
- Assist with reception and administration tasks as required
The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and min 1-2 years’ veterinary nursing experience (junior nurses will also be considered)
- A keen desire to deliver excellent standards of patient care and customer service at all times
- Excellent general computer literacy
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine love for animals and their people
- Working closely with all colleagues and nurture a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
What we can offer:
- A Head Nurse who is passionate about training and upskilling
- Paid parental leave
- Vet Training Centres – free Access for employees to workshops
- A well-established clinic equipped with the best clinical equipment
- Work with an established high performing team
- Lots of street parking
- Near public transport
- We have a great relationship with the cafe right next door
- Staff discounts for their fur babies
For further information, please visit: Kensington Vet Clinic
Sounds great! How do I apply?
Whether you are seeking a new career direction, a lifestyle change, a challenge or a relocation to a new environment, we would love to have a chat. Apply online today - VetPartners Careers - Veterinary Nurse (jobvite.com)!
Melton Family Vets, Melbourne West (posted 2nd March)
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 a 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 and expand our nursing team.
Part Time Veterinary Nurse
- Part-time, flexible hours
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, surgical support, reception skills,reminders, records and building rapport with clients over the phone. You will be working alongside caring Vets 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.
See our website: https://meltonfamilyvets.com.au/
Greencross Vets Williamstown, Melbourne (posted 2nd March)
Vet Nurse | Full Time
Greencross Williamstown is a well-established clinic within the area with great facilities and a friendly, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable team. We are fully equipped with digital x-ray machines, ultrasound, in-house lab, endoscopy, orthopaedic surgery, dental, chemotherapy and 4 consult rooms for treatment and sterile surgery, separate kennel ward, an impressive cattery and also DIY Hydro wash facilities.
We pride ourselves on providing gold standards of care and maintaining the long-standing relationships with our loyal and trusting clients - we commonly treat the small animals of this close-knit community, mainly cats, dogs and some exotic birds.
The Role:
- Full Time role undertaking general nursing tasks, with a mixture of surgical and reception shifts
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment
- Handling client enquiries professionally in person, by email and over the phone
Our Ideal Applicant:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with 2+ years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
- Knowledge of RX Works ideal but not essential
Click Here to Apply Now!
Johnston Street Veterinary Clinic, Fitzroy, Melbourne (posted 1st March)
Head Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
“ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A FUN, VIBRANT AND EXCITING TEAM CULTURE? ARE YOU A COFFEE ADDICT OR MAYBE ADDICTED TO THRIFT SHOPPING, RECORDS OR CAFÉ CULTURE?”
Johnston Street Veterinary Clinic’s Purpose:
To support and promote the wellness of our clients and their pets while creating a positive work environment to support our staff in achieving this purpose.
About Us:
At Johnston Street Veterinary Clinic, we recognise that our staff rely upon the business for their wellbeing. We aim to create a nurturing and progressive workspace with career development opportunities and fair and appropriate remuneration. We continue to grow as a business while maintaining the highest standards of care and service.
Our privately owned and operated clinic has an excellent team culture; anchored in our shared values of COOPERATION, EFFORT, RESPECT, PROFESSIONALISM & ENJOYMENT where every individual contributes to our success. We genuinely enjoy coming to work every day!
We know how challenging veterinary work can be. That’s why we schedule 30-minute appointments and promote a sustainable workload with time for breaks and catch ups, so you can have a laugh with the team, browse a thrift-store, grab a coffee, or pick up a new record!
High on our list is our team’s health and wellbeing. Our decisions, protocols and workflow are developed with this in mind. We believe this approach supports our team’s mental health and wellbeing whilst increasing their ability to make good decisions, deliver high quality care and be their best.
Alongside the Business Owner, the clinic is managed by an experienced Business Manager in conjunction with the Head Veterinarian and the Head Nurse. As expected, we have all the necessary tools, equipment, and facilities to carry out clinical work effectively.
The Role:
We’re on the lookout for a fun, kind, influential, passionate, and dedicated Head Nurse that we hope to fit into our vibrant, friendly, and welcoming team. The role is full-time and we’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
The five core responsibilities of the role include:
- Lead, manage and maintain team accountability
- High level customer service, complaints handling and service delivery
- COGS budget management
- Process development & management
- Recruitment, training & development
Our ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:
- Experienced (1-3 years) Head Nurse, Nurse Trainer or Team Leader in a veterinary setting (highly desired)
- Cert IV Veterinary Nursing or above qualified (UK qualifications highly regarded)
- A high EQ with the ability to approach complex scenarios in a confident and effective manner
- A great communicator, able to lead, influence and manage a team of skilled professionals
- Effective time management skills
- A passion for high quality vet care
- A progressive, friendly & enthusiastic disposition
On offer:
- Above industry average salary
- A crucial leadership role with ongoing support, coaching and mentoring
- Full-time reception team and a modern well-equipped facility located in Fitzroy
- Flexible and rotating roster including Saturdays (1 in 4). No Sundays or public holidays.
- No after-hours or on-call work.
- An awesome team of like-minded, fun and sometimes cheeky peers that want to see you join in the fun at Johnston Street Vet Clinic!
To be part of our amazing team, please send a CV and cover letter outlining your experience and motivation in applying for the role to the Business Manager Aaron Laws at: Aaron@jsvet.com.au
Belmont Veterinary Centre, Southern Geelong (posted 28th February)
Full-Time Vet Nurse – Belmont, VIC.
Why choose this job
Belmont is a friendly suburb and a great place for families with plenty of parks, playgrounds and walks. Belmont is also just a quick trip to central Geelong or down along the Surf Coast!
Established in 1990, Belmont Veterinary Centre has become a favourite in Geelong for cats, dogs, rabbits, birds and pocket pets. This large facility is one of only four gold standard cat friendly accredited practices in Victoria. We have a dedicated cat only consulting room with climbing obstacles and hidey holes, as well as a cat only hospital ward. At Belmont, you will gain valuable experience with the support of a caring and friendly team.
We are looking for a positive and bubbly vet nurse to join our team.
To be successful for this position, you will have:
- A Cert IV Vet Nursing is preferred, but not essential
- An empathetic, caring nurse that always advocates for their patients.
- Someone that has exceptional communication skills to build relationships with our clients.
- Be available to start asap
- A person that will work well within teams across our clinics and that is capable of working unsupervised when needed.
- An eye for detail, a good work ethic and a willingness to keep learning and improving both themselves and the practice.
Some of our perks include:
- A friendly, happy workplace
- Permanent and secure full-time position offering 38hrs per week
- Mental Health & Wellbeing are a priority, and we understand that work life balance is vital. We are accredited in being recognised as a ‘Skilled Mental Health First Aid®’ workplace
- Flare HR Perks & discounts on everyday expenses including groceries, electronics, entertainment, fuel, restaurants, fashion brands and more
- Commitment to your career development through skill-sharing and regular performance reviews
Apply now by sending your resume and cover letter to: careers@vetscentral.com.au
Brimbank Veterinary Clinic, Sydenham, NW Melbourne (posted 28th February)
Experienced Vet Nurse - Full Time Position
The Brimbank Vet Clinic welcomes applications for an experienced veterinary nurse to join our busy clinic team.
This is your opportunity to join our friendly and enthusiastic team comprising of 6 vets, 11 nurses and 3 receptionists.
We are Australia’s first carbon neutral vet clinic and we are proud to make a commitment to a better future for our patients, our team and the environment we all share.
Our clinic’s purpose is to educate, motivate and congratulate our clients. This means we are looking for someone that is highly driven and passionate about animal health and care.
What we offer:
- A modern, environmentally friendly, purpose built clinic including; separate dog & cat waiting rooms & hospital wards, sterile surgery theatre, 5 consulting rooms, designated staff room (equipped with a very fancy coffee machine) and private courtyard.
- The highest quality, up to date equipment including; digital & dental x-ray, ultrasound, monitoring equipment, 5 anaesthetic machines, 2 dental machines and much more!
- A 76 hour fortnight (full time) roster with maximum daily shifts being 9.5 hour (including a designated 1 hour lunch break!). This roster includes 1 rostered Saturday shift and an extra RDO per fortnight.
- Part-time or casual experienced nurse positions would also be considered
- Continuing education – We encourage our staff to continue learning with further training, which includes individual special interests and job related skills.
- A fun and enthusiastic team who absolutely love their work and our clients & patients.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Must have minimum of 2+ years of full time nursing experience in the veterinary field.
- Be confident with monitoring anaesthetic procedures.
- Have a moderate knowledge in blood collection, placing IV catheters and giving SC/IM/IV injections.
- Moderate knowledge in pet nutrition, behaviour, preventative healthcare.
- Will be enthusiastic, empathetic and have an excellent proven customer service focus.
- Be friendly and have a good sense of humour.
- Must be able to work well within a team environment, but also be able to work independently when required
- Experience with Rx works would be a huge bonus but not necessary
Please be aware that this role will include some reception duties.
Pay as per award/experience.
For a tour of our beautiful purpose built clinic, as well as some tempting reasons as to why any nurse would love to work here, please watch our clinic tour via the link: https://youtu.be/1T4Y9ZO790g
Please send your cover letter and resume to:
Merinda (Practice Co-ordinator) - Email: admin@brimbankvet.com.au
Website: https://www.brimbankvet.com.au/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/brimbankvetclinic?igshid=17k5ly5gegr9b
Warrandyte Veterinary Clinic, North East Melbourne (posted 24th February)
NURSE WANTED – Permanent Part Time/Full Time
3 Vet small animal practice.
Warrandyte Veterinary Clinic are looking for an experienced nurse or nurse in training to join our friendly team.
If you don’t already know Warrandyte, it’s a vibrant community in a lush bushland setting along the Yarra with great cafes, and is a dog walker’s paradise. It’s all within about half an hour of the CBD.
We are seeking; committed and enthusiastic nurses looking for a permanent position.
- Highly motivated, with great communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work efficiently in the day-to-day clinic tasks
- Passion for best patient care and the ability to demonstrate empathy and understanding toward pet owners
- Ability to work within a rotating Saturday roster required, (1 in 3 Saturday’s from 8am – 1pm), no public holidays and no Sundays!
- Our long-established clinic, with a loyal, dedicated customer base willing to go the extra mile for their pets. We provide a reliable, caring environment and are able to offer the gold standard to those who would like it.
Bring your talents to this clinic and you will be encouraged in your passion.
We are a small animal clinic that focuses on proactive care for our patients. We are keen to meet you and discover what you can bring to the clinic.
If interested, please send your covering letter and resume to the attention of Sally at: admin@warrandytevet.com.au
See our website: https://warrandytevet.com.au/
West Brunswick Veterinary Clinic, Inner Melbourne North (posted 23rd February)
Part-Time Veterinary Nurse – Inner Melbourne Privately Owned Clinic
- Opportunities to develop your nursing skills
- Onsite Car parking
- Enjoy a daily café Coffee
- Early Friday Finishes, rotating Saturdays, no public holidays and no Sundays!
- Exceptional support team with strong mentoring
- We are genuinely committed to maintaining a sound work-life balance
Discover the joy of becoming an all-around Veterinary Nurse super-star as you join our growing team of empathetic, warm and friendly veterinary professionals.
Join us as soon as possible for the next exciting phase of our journey.
About us:
For 30 years West Brunswick Veterinary Clinic has delivered exceptional veterinary care to the local community, we pride ourselves on maintaining strong relationships with our loyal clientele. The practice changed ownership in 2020 and has since excelled. We have brand new anaesthetic monitoring equipment, software system, Dental X-rays, Pathology machines and much more.
About this role:
As an experienced Veterinary Nurse, you will already have a sound awareness of the flow and expectations in a vet practice. The nurses at West Brunswick Veterinary Clinic do it all. From anaesthetic monitoring, reception duties, placing catheters, blood collection, client communication and so much more.
We are looking for a Veterinary Nurse with at least 2 years of experience with Surgery knowledge and has strong clinical skills
About you:
Your qualifications are certainly essential to your success in this role and it is expected that you will demonstrate talent and skill as a qualified Veterinary Nurse. In addition, these personal qualities are similarly important to us:
- Ability to quickly build rapport with clients, their pets and fellow team members
- An adept learner willing to explore new horizons and accept change when based on sound professional foundations
- Knowing that great results are only achieved through teamwork accomplished with mutual respect
It's time to apply:
By now you will have realised that West Brunswick Veterinary Clinic is a genuinely unique environment and one that encourages quality in all that we do. This is very important to us, but harmony is equally important, as is ensuring a great working atmosphere where honesty through transparency builds trust.
It is time for you to make the next step in your career and join us.
To apply for this exceptional opportunity please contact Maddy, email: maddywbvc@gmail.com with your CV and a Cover Letter.
Dr Paws Wangaratta, High Country, North-East (posted 23rd February)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse, Full Time
About us
Dr Paws Wangaratta is an energetic Veterinary clinic located in Wangaratta, in the picturesque Victorian High Country. We are a friendly bunch that focuses on clinic culture, and we are passionate about delivering high standards in client and patient care. We are currently in a period of growth within the clinic and are looking for a superstar Vet Nurse. Our clinic has a sister clinic in neighbouring Myrtleford and share staff between our 2 well-developed clinics.
Key skill required:
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) with a minimum 2 years of experience
*Trainee Nurses need not apply, as qualification is needed for this role
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
- A high level of competency in all areas of Nursing
- High-quality written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate outstanding work ethic, effective time management and organisational skills.
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Responsibilities required for the job:
- Walking, Feeding and hospitalisation care of patients
- Surgical Nursing
- Reception duties
- Daily cleaning
- Radiographs
- Drug administration
- Recovering patients from anaesthetics
- Dental Nursing
What we offer:
- 4 weeks of Annual leave
- Work-life balanced roster
- Study allowance
- No weekends
- Free Employment Assistance Program - We value Mental Health
- Wages are above award based on experience
Check out our website for more clinic information and pictures https://www.drpaws.com.au/wangaratta/
If this sounds like the perfect role for you please send your resume and cover letter to gillian@vppclinics.com.au
Ripponlea Veterinary Hospital, Inner SE Melbourne (posted 23rd February)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Step up in your career by joining the team at our ASAV accredited hospital where you will be rewarded by being able to provide the best kind of nursing care in our supportive and progressive team.
At Ripponlea Veterinary Hospital, we work in a well designed building that is fully equipped to provide a full range of veterinary services from puppy preschool, to orthopaedic surgery.
At work, we support and encourage our staff to learn and progress in their careers and to look after themselves with an excellent work-life balance.
We currently have an opening for a qualified nurse.
Responsibilities:
- Assisting the veterinarian during consultations and surgeries
- Monitoring and caring for hospitalized patients
- Administering medications and treatments
- Maintaining a clean and organized clinic
- Communicating with clients and providing education on pet health and wellness
Requirements:
- Cert IV or equivalent qualification.
- A minimum of 1-year experience as a veterinary nurse
- Strong communication skills and a passion for working with animals and their people.
- An outward looking personality, ready for a change and challenge.
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
We offer above award wages and support opportunities for continuing education and growth.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and qualifications to: careers@ripponleavet.com.au
Glen Iris Veterinary Clinic, Malvern, South-East Melbourne (posted 23rd February)
Full-Time Small Animal Veterinary Nurse
*Trainee nurses need not apply, this position requires an experienced Vet Nurse with a minimum of 4-5 years of experience*
The Glen Iris and Armadale Veterinary Hospitals are renowned in the industry for standards of care and for empowering our nurses to be the best they can be. At our clinics, nurses do everything that they are trained to do and are seen as an integral and valuable part of the process of producing the best possible outcome for the patient and their owners.
We are an 11-vet clinic across 2 hospitals situated approximately 2km apart (Glen Iris Vet Hospital and Armadale Vet Hospital). Our clinics are resourced with digital x-rays, high quality ultrasound, doppler blood pressure monitors, laparascopic and endoscopic equipment, full Idexx in-house lab including CBC/Biochem/Electrolytes/Gas/Coags/IonCa++ and high-quality microscopes. All of our anaesthetic monitoring equipment is fixed with SpO2, ECG, BP, ETCO2. We are an ASAVA accredited hospital of excellence. We adhere to the highest surgical standards of care and pride ourselves on what we do when nobody is looking. Importantly, we also like to have a laugh!
The successful applicant will:
- 4-5 years of experience
- Certificate IV Qualified or equivalent
- Highly motivated
- Exceptional communication skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-growing clinical environment
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work efficiently in the day-to-day task including inpatient care
- Ability to make our clients and their pets feel comfortable and important
- Ability to assist and train our trainee nurses on a day-to-day basis.
What we offer
- Above award salary
- 4 weeks of Annual Leave
- Study allowance
- Work-life balanced roster, rotating weekends
- No after hours
- We value mental health and have a free Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
If you are interested in becoming a part of our team please email: gillian@vppclinics.com.au
Casey Pet Emergency, Outer South West Melbourne (posted 23rd February)
Hiring Now!
We are seeking 1 full-time and 1 part-time Veterinary Emergency Nurses to Join our team.
Hours are flexible but will involve weekend, overnight and evening shifts and Public holiday availability.
Casey Pet Emergency is an Emergency and Urgent Care facility in South East Melbourne. If you have a passion for all things nursing and enjoy a hands on job with plenty of action and fun then this may be the job for you! Everyday is different with an awesome case load and plenty of opportunity to look after the patients and put a huge array of triage, monitoring, anaesthesia, diagnostic and procedural nursing skills to use. ER nursing may be your preferred field or a novel challenge would like to try. Either way we would love to hear from you!
Our clinic offers Ultrasound, Endoscopy, full in-house pathology suite (ABAXIS), CUBE; DR X-ray, a fully equipped surgery suite, extensive monitoring equipment including multiple latest model Surgivets with capnography, Ezyvet practice management software and Smartflow digital whiteboard system.
We are a people driven clinic and strive to uphold our clinic ethos of providing understanding and compassionate veterinary care for client and pets with a focus on communication and cohesion of care between clients, pets and their primary care veterinarians.
We are seeking:
- Committed and enthusiastic nurses looking for a permanent position with our awesome team of vets and nurses.
- Cert IV qualification with minimum of 2 years nursing experience. Experience in the emergency setting is not necessary but will be viewed favourably
- Excellent communication skills
- A willingness to learn, practise new skills and undertake continued education
- Passion for best patient care and ability to demonstrate empathy, understanding and compassion toward pet owners
- Calm and confident patient handling skills and a genuine love for our patients
What we can offer you:
- Continuing education possibilities
- 5 weeks annual leave per year
- Access to support from management staff
- Committed and supportive team who value the wellbeing of all team members
- Sustainable roster allowing for work life balance
- Freedom of working in a non-corporate setting that encourages individuality and freedom of practice
- Wellness Benefits
- Christmas Party and staff team building and retreat day
- Generous remuneration to reflect hours and experience
Why Casey Pet Emergency?
- We are business that genuinely cares for and supports team members
- We offer excellent staffing ratios and desire to upstaff to support current employees and case load
- An opportunity to work in a fast paced, exciting and diverse veterinary field with access to plenty of equipment and talented team members for great working satisfaction
- An opportunity to become part of a proud and capable team
- We actively encourage a healthy work-life balance with a view to creating sustainable long-term employment for all our awesome team
- We are seeking applicants that want to thrive and share success and workplace high’s and low’s with their colleagues and feel they achieved something amazing with the patients we care for and clients we encounter each and every day
- We want to assist and support you through career growth and advancement allowing for lifestyle changes and flexibility of scheduling to meet life demands and commitments.
If this position sounds interesting, get in touch and come meet our fabulous team!
Please forward your resume to: v.rhodes01@gmail.com
Southpaws Specialty Surgery, Moorabbin (posted 22nd February) Nurse Assistants
Nurse Assistant - Full time positions available
Southpaws Specialty, Emergency & Referral Hospital – Moorabbin, Victoria
Southpaws - One of Australia’s best-known referral hospitals.
Our vision - is to be first choice for expert veterinary care.
Our team of highly qualified and experienced professionals provide some of best Oncology, Surgery and critical care for Melbourne’s pets and their families.
As an employer
Southpaws is committed to operating our workplace the way we believe they should, rather than the way they always have. We were one of the first and only hospitals with full-time, in-house Training and Human Resources teams. These roles provide the necessary support for fulfilling your personal and professional potential.
Southpaws have 12 monthly career planning sessions to ensure you are informed and equipped about how to progress your skill and clinical capabilities year after year.
Southpaws are proud of our values and look for these positive characteristics in all applicants:
Professionalism / Integrity / Trust / Compassion / Humour / Innovation / Teamwork
The role
As a Nurse Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a clean, and safe environment for patients. You will be assigned patient treatments that will align with your current level of training and skill. You will be on a training pathway that will teach you to deliver specialised, high-quality care for all patients.
Responsibilities of the job include, but are not limited to:
- TPR, walking & feeding of in-house patients
- Administration of drugs (All medications are to be given under the direct supervision of a senior nurse or veterinarian)
- Liaise with internal veterinarians re: patient status
- Assist with bandage changes/wound care
- Nurse patients recovering from anaesthesia
- Ensure patients have clean bedding
- All general ward restocking & cleaning duties
- Ad hoc tasks given to you by the Team.
What is on offer?
- Full time employment on a rotating roster including day, night and weekend rotations
- Industry leading employee discount scheme for pet healthcare
- Defined nursing levels that facilitate annual progression
- Work with a team of dedicated and hard-working professionals with superior expertise
- Leading edge facilities
- A secure, supportive, and flexible environment with additional employee benefits
- Free continuing education programs
- Team building events
Essential Attributes
- Enrolled in or on a pathway to obtaining a Certificate IV or Bachelor in Veterinary Nursing qualification
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a face-paced environment
- Exceptional organisational skills
Employee Benefits
- Generous pay and working conditions
- 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
For more information about Southpaws, please see the relevant links below:
Website: www.southpaws.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SouthpawsVeterinary/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/southpawsvet
Southpaws Specialty Surgery, Moorabbin (posted 22nd February) ICU Nurse
Full-Time ICU Nurse, Southpaws Specialty Surgery – Moorabbin
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
Experienced nurses are invited to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our highly skilled night team. You will join a team of experienced vets and nurses who deliver a high level of nursing and veterinary care to our critical, surgical and medicine patients. Work: life balance is key to ensuring the sustainability and effectiveness of this role; flexibility in rostered hours and shift times help us to achieve this. Whether full time, part time or casual we are confident we have a role that will suit you and your lifestyle.
The Ideal Candidate
- Certificate IV or equivalent qualification with ideally 2-3 years’ experience
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a fast-paced environment, both in a team and autonomously
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures including but not limited to; Placing IV catheters, Blood collection to perform in house test and to send to external lab, Monitoring hospital inpatients, triaging emergencies, Monitoring critical patients, Assisting with emergency procedures.
The Benefits
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.
- 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
Apply now to be a part of this exceptional team. Send your resume and cover letter to hr@southpaws.com.au
Southpaws Speciality Surgery, Moorabbin (posted 22nd February) Surgical Nurses
Southpaws are looking for Full-Time Surgical Veterinary Nurses to join our new team at Southpaws Moorabbin.
As an employer
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 and their families.
Southpaws are committed to leading the way in creating a workplace that operates the way we believe it 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 are 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. 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.
- Certificate IV or equivalent qualification
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a face-paced environment
- Exceptional organisational skills
- 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 fulfil your career goals and achieve your potential
- Monthly check-ins and a 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
Wangaratta Veterinary Clinic, North East Victoria (posted 22nd February)
We sing out of tune, we laugh and have fun, but the care of our patients is our number 1!
Wangaratta Veterinary Clinic is located in North East Victoria and we are looking for a knockout nurse (part-time) to join our work family!
- Are you a qualified and experienced vet nurse?
- Ready to jump in to help in consults, monitor surgeries, pick up the phone and support your veterinary and reception team in all ways?
- Does providing top-class client and patient care and developing relationships get you excited?
- Do you thrive under pressure and have a strong desire to learn?
- Do you have exceptional communication skills and a positive attitude?
- Do you irritate your boss by your constant suggestions on how to improve your clinic?
- Are you often complimented for how helpful you are?
- Do you regularly score over 300 in 10 pin bowling? (Not an essential part of the role!)
If this sounds like you – great!
This role is approximately 36 hours per week, has some Saturday mornings and a place in the nurse on call roster. There is also the opportunity for additional shifts.
Be aware there will be singing (usually out of tune), lots of laughs and the odd shenanigans. If this still sounds like your cup of tea, please send your cover letter and resume to Hollie at wangarattavetclinic@bigpond.com
Looking forward to meeting you!
Oh, you can also check us out at http://www.wangarattavetclinic.com/
Animal Emergency Centre Moorabbin, Melbourne South East (posted 22nd February)
Emergency and Critical Care Nurse
Full-time & Part-Time
AEC has an exciting opportunity for Veterinary Nurses to join our dynamic emergency and critical care team. We are seeking full & part time roles at our Moorabbin hospital.
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 Moorabbin 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 can offer you:
- The opportunity to expand your clinical skills in a supportive, exciting and dynamic environment
- 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
- Paid parental leave program
Our ideal candidates will have the following:
- Cert IV Qualifications as a Veterinary Nurse (or equivalent qualification)
- Exceptional organisation and communication skills
- Flexible, adaptable and a positive attitude!
- Passionate about patient and client care
If you would like to join our incredible team, please send your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the above-mentioned criteria to:
Aimee Elliott by email vetnursecareers@gxltd.com.au
Hume Animal Hospital, North Albury, NSW/VIC Border (posted 21st February)
Hume Animal Hospital is seeking a new friendly and passionate experienced head veterinary nurse to join them on a Full-Time basis.
We are a busy small animal practices located in Albury/Wodonga. We are excited to announce this opportunity to be a part of one of the most dynamic and supportive teams in this area.
We treat our client's pets as our own! We listen to our client's concerns compassionately and provide the best in professional veterinary care! We continue to provide honest service with good old-fashioned values!
Our ideal candidate will provide outstanding care to all patients by ensuring health and welfare needs are met and providing clients with a friendly and helpful experience. Our passion is making a positive and lasting impact on the lives of our patients and clients - with a solid commitment to team engagement, continuing education and mentoring our team.
Our ideal applicants will have the following:
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or recognised Australian equivalent).
- Previous surgical nursing, emergency and critical care experience with companion animals.
- Confidence in monitoring anaesthesia.
- Excellent animal handling and triaging skills.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent multitasking skills and ability to complete set tasks within the specified deadline.
- Positive, flexible and adaptable.
- Ability to work both alone and within a team to support co-workers.
- Ability to work across different roles within the clinic.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work well with people of all different backgrounds.
- The ability to work autonomously.
- A friendly, easy-going nature.
- A personality that allows you to see "the bigger picture" at all times.
- A passion for improving the lives of animals and a commitment to best practice customer service and animal care standards.
Submit your resume & cover letter TODAY or reach out to joelene.matlin@vetpartners.net.aufor more information.
Vets in Cranbourne, South East Melbourne (posted 20th February)
CASUAL VACANCY - ALL APPLICATIONS CONSIDERED!! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
Are you looking to begin your career in Vet Nursing? Do you see yourself working in the Veterinary World?
We have an exciting position available at our clinic for a casual Vet Nurse suitable for any level of experience. The position would suit someone looking to gain exposure to the industry; however all applicants will be considered. Furthermore the position would also suit older students and/or school leavers minimum aged 17-18 years old with some after school shifts available, a Saturday morning every now and then and be available to cover when people are sick/on annual leave and busier periods.
In return we offer an amazing, fun and supportive team with as much guidance, exposure and learning opportunities as desired. Full support is offered to anyone undertaking relevant study. There is room to grow within the team and a fantastic opportunity for a nurse looking at starting out.
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL
- Have good availability and be reliable: means of transport must also be reliable
- As we are a small team, the ability to say yes to extra shifts is desirable -including with short notice when team members fall ill
- Eagerness to learn and grow as part of the team
- Passion for caring for animals and understanding of the importance and role in vet nursing
- Good phone mannerisms, attention to detail and ability to complete tasks
- Works well within a team providing support to other team members; equally has the ability to take initiative and work independently. Good communication skills are vital!
- Must be a multitasker
- Confident with handling animals
- Ideally undertaking or planning to undertake relevant studies (animal studies, vet nursing etc)
Please send through your application to our Head Nurse Alysha at
alysha@vetsincranbourne.com.au
THIS POSITION IS BEING READVERTISED SO PREVIOUS APPLICANTS ARE MOST WELCOME TO REAPPLY
Dr Crystal's Healing Vet Clinic, South Yarra, Inner Melbourne (posted 16th February)
Veterinary Nurse Position Available - Full or Part-time
Integrative clinic located in South Yarra is looking for a nurse. The practice has a serene feel to it and is focussed on a holistic experience and treatment for the animal and their owners.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
- Have completed or currently studying certificate 3 or 4 in Veterinary Nursing
- Have customer service experience
- Be proficient in the use of computers
- Be able to triage patients
- Anaesthetic monitoring and recovery
- Simple diagnostic tests such as reading a urine dipstick
- Some knowledge of medications and how to administer them
- Common knowledge regarding parasite prevention products
- Animal handling skills
- Administration skills and organisational skills would be preferable
- Experience in cleaning and hygiene of a Veterinary Clinic
This is a new clinic with a large focus in developing a good culture for staff and clients, providing an enjoyable work environment and working as a team to create ground breaking treatments and services.
Placement students are also welcome to apply.
To apply please email drcrystallord@gmail.com
Veterinary Referral Hospital, Dandenong, South East Melbourne (posted 16th February)
Veterinary Nurses – Surgery (Maternity Contract)
- Had enough of desexing surgery and dentals driving you mad?
- Looking for your next exciting challenge?
- Want to work in a purpose-built hospital with all the bells and whistles?
Look no further! VRH is looking for a surgical nurse for a 12 month Maternity leave contract.
Now you’ll still see desexing, but of the laparoscopic kind. We only see teeth during examination and intubation. And exciting, that’s our middle name!
Working alongside exceptional specialist Anaesthetists and Surgeons, gold standard care is what we are here to provide.
Our hospital houses other specialty departments including emergency, medicine, neurology, oncology and diagnostic imaging. Although each department encompasses their own team, collaborative care is what brings our hospital together striving for optimal patient outcomes.
With a purpose-built hospital, on site CT and MRI, modern multi parameter monitoring, ICU facilities and dedicated patient wards, you’re sure to feel at home.
Our nurses are hands on in every aspect of nursing and really are the glue to our team.
We want someone who has Surgical nurse experience, but also an excellent team player and be available for on call shifts. Our team is family. We have a boogie and laugh but lean on each other in times of need.
Veterinary nursing qualifications are essential
Experience in referral hospitals is preferable but not essential.
If you are not quite sure, why not come down 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, please apply by email with a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria to: Aimee Elliott – vetnursecareers@gxltd.com.au
Veterinary Referral Hospital, Dandenong (posted 16th February) Veterinary Nurse Specialist and Emergency Care
Speciality Veterinary Nurses
Dandenong, Victoria
Perhaps you’re a vet nurse with a background in GP but are looking for something different? Perhaps you’re an experienced nurse looking for a new challenge?
Our specialist departments are looking for Full time, Part time and Casual nurses to work with us in the exciting world of Specialist and Emergency Care at VRH and you could be a perfect fit!
VRH benefits from having multiple departments on site including ECC, Anaesthesia, Oncology, Neurology, Imaging, Internal Medicine and Surgery which ensures we give our patients the best care possible. Everyone works together and participates in hospital rounds each morning to help us achieve the best results for our patients every day. Seeing a patient go home after spending days, even weeks, in hospital is always so rewarding and it’s wonderful knowing we all pull together at VRH to make these outcomes possible.
As we operate 24 hours, 7 days a week. Shift work is required across some departments including days, nights, weekends, public holidays and on call shifts
To be successful you will be able to demonstrate the following:
- Qualifications as a Veterinary Nurse, minimum Certificate IV or equivalent;
- At least 2 years’ experience in the veterinary industry;
- Exceptional organisation and communication skills;
- Ability to work as part of a team, whilst demonstrating initiative;
- A positive “we’ve got this” attitude;
- The ability to adapt to change and handle the unpredictable;
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 apply by email with a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria to Aimee Elliott – vetnursecareers@gxltd.com.au
Woofpurnay, Narre Warren North (posted 16th February)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse - Narre Warren North
Enjoy being an experienced vet nurse?
Want to feel valued and put your skills to use on a daily basis?
Want a job that allows you to thrive not just survive?
Being a great nurse can provide a super fulfilling career
The challenge……
Finding a practice that truly values you, your contribution, and your skills
A state-of-the-art practice and friendly team that can support you and your career
Woofpurnay Veterinary Hospital is that place……an animal hospital like no other.
This massive 2,800 square meter facility has grown to become a well-recognised provider of first-class veterinary care and education.
Set on 20 acres, the hospital includes a large indoor space for puppy and obedience training, dog swimming pool, upstairs viewing area, a nurse training college, an equine hospital, lecture theatre, grooming and hydrobath facilities.
We are looking for a vet nurse with a bit of experience (3 years plus) to join the team. They also need a Certificate IV or higher veterinary nursing qualification.
The opportunity is perfect for someone wanting to progress their career.
How are we different to everyone else?
- We value your experience….. Our nurses aren’t just receptionists or glorified cleaners. At Woofpurnay you get to focus on what you do best and use all your skills (plus some more which we will teach you!)
- Our inclusiveness….. where every member is vital to the running of our clinic. Feedback is important to us, we value everyone’s ideas and contributions.
- Our fun, friendly culture….. we like a good laugh, but can be serious when we need to be. We promise we won’t bite!
- We invest in you….. we want everyone to be better by virtue of working with us. We offer a salary that rewards you for the value you bring. We invest in our team and their professional development. Together we become better.
So if you are ready to thrive in your nursing career…..
And you would like to learn more…..
Please send your most recent resume to garythevet48@gmail.com. Let us know why this job is for you.
You are also welcome to drop into the clinic & meet our team. We are happy to give you a tour of our facilities.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Ovens & Kiewa Veterinary Hospital, Myrtleford (posted 15th February)
Qualified Veterinary Nurse, Full-Time
Ovens and Kiewa Veterinary Hospital are looking for an energetic Qualified Nurse to join our friendly team. We have a great clientele base with whom we have built great relationships. Situated in beautiful Myrtleford and the surrounding area you will be sure to enjoy your days off with endless activities and sightseeing.
Key skills required:
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
- High-quality written and verbal communication skills
- 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
Responsibilities required for the job:
- TPR, Walking, Feeding and hospitalisation care of patients
- Surgical Nursing
- Reception duties
- Daily cleaning
- Radiographs
- Drug administration
- Recovering patients from anaesthetics
- Dental Nursing
What we offer:
- 4 Weeks of Annual Leave
- Study allowance
- We value Mental health and offer a free Employment Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wages above award, based on experience
If you would like more information about our clinic, please visit our website:
https://www.ovensandkiewavets.com.au/
If this sound like the role for you, please email your Cover Letter and Resume to gillian@vppclinics.com.au
The Corner Vet, Essendon North (posted 15th February)
PASSIONATE FULL TIME / PART TIME VETERINARY NURSE
About Us
An opportunity to join a fun, well-trained, and caring team is now available at a well-established and progressive Veterinary clinic in Melbourne’s North West.
Our team currently consists of 5 vets, 11 nurses and 5 reception and admin staff, all who are passionate about patient care and advocacy.
The clinic has all the mod cons and you will be fully supported with any further education you would like to undertake. We hold a Gold accreditation ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic and we are also a member of the calm clinic program.
Google Review
“I've been going here for about 8 years and will continue to do so. All the vets and supporting staff are genuinely very caring kind and compassionate as well as highly skilled in their profession.”
Maggie Russell – Client TCV
About This Role
As a Veterinary Professional you already have a pretty good idea as to the day-to-day requirements of being a talented Veterinary Nurse. Here are some of the key skills that we are seeking that are particularly relevant to this opportunity:
- Exceptional practical nursing skills (or a willingness to learn), such as animal handling, taking blood samples, performing dental scales and polishes, monitoring anaesthetics and basic surgical procedures etc.
- Offer gold standard customer service to clients and support to colleagues.
- To provide support to all staff members and work closely with the team to achieve common goals and clinic objectives.
About You
The successful applicant will possess:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing with at least 3 years experience
- A willingness for “on the job” learning when required.
- Have a great ability to use their own initiative
- A warm and conscientious nature towards pets
Our Offer
$55-65k salary package (pro-rata) including superannuation as well as a Continuing Education allocation to assist with your Career Growth. We also offer employee pet wellness discounts.
It’s Time To Apply!
To apply for this exceptional opportunity send your Resume and Cover Letter to Kristy Connor – kristyconnor@thecornervet.com.au
See our website: https://thecornervet.com.au/
Hampton Veterinary Clinic, Bayside Melbourne (posted 15th February)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse - Full-time or Part-time
We are seeking an experienced and qualified Nurse to join our growing Bayside practice.
We are looking for a highly motivated Nurse who thrives in a high paced clinic with excellent communication skills and strong clinical skills in all aspects of veterinary nursing.
The Hampton Veterinary Clinic is a long established, family practice located in the Melbourne bayside suburb of Hampton. We are a 4 vet, 5 nurse team, who have a strong relationship with our clients and practice high quality medicine and surgery.
Please click here to see photos!
We have a strong focus on professional development of our team, encourage a healthy work life balance, and provide comfortable staff facilities. We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Our clinic hours are 8:30 – 6:30pm weekdays and Saturdays 8:30am -1pm.
- NO SUNDAY OR PUBLIC HOLIDAY WORK!
- Also, no after hours or on call duty either!
We are well equipped with in-house bloods, ultrasound, digital radiology, IM3 dental, endoscope, Digital microscope, tonometer, EzyVet software and strive to manage cases in house as much as possible. We have a strong surgical focus and perform many orthopaedic procedures as well.
Please email your cover letter and resume to: leigh.kercheval@hamptonvet.com.au
Your Family Vet, Horsham (posted 15th February)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse… We’ve got the perfect job for you!
Come and work at Your Family Vet in the large regional town of Horsham! We are chasing a fun, enthusiastic and compassionate Nurse who is searching for an environment to thrive in. Our Nurses are strongly valued and are lifted to be the nurse they've always dreamed of being.
We’re a private family owned business with a relaxed vibe and major focus on quality of life, which ensures our patients receive the best possible care.
Please click here to see photos!
We can offer you:
- A four day working week (full time or part time hours)
- 1 in 4 Sat mornings, completely flexible with other Nurses
- Flexible working hours to put family first
- Standard perks of memberships, study leave, fancy equipment etc.
- A huge, new, purpose-built clinic
- A family-owned practice that helps support the community
- Team consulting, working to everyone's strengths
- Uninterrupted 1hr lunch breaks
- Friendly, supportive receptionists that only book appts to suit time allocations permitted
- Laid back bosses that will appreciate you and are open to positive changes and ideas
- Job satisfaction as you help run consults, place catheters, take bloods and xrays, induce and intubate patients, etc.
- Happy team mates that honestly enjoy coming to work with a sense of humour and embrace diversity
- A team that genuinely cares about their patients and their owners
- A large, expanding country town with everything you need such as sports, music, arts and dance, affordable living, good schools, wineries, 24hr gyms, lots of diverse eateries, friendly locals and the beautiful Wimmera river
- Friday night knock-offs with cheese, bikkies and dip
- A quick 45min drive from the iconic Grampians
- A HUGE focus on staff morale, ensuring a non-toxic working environment
- Support and encouragement to chase your areas of interest
- Super supportive team mates to listen to and bounce ideas off of
- A clinic that supports local animal welfare groups and treats wildlife
- No crazy overtime - rostered weekends on call (1 in 6 with flexibility to swap with other nurses)
- A brand new kitchen, team lounge and outdoor area to host regular team meetings with free lunches
- Generous staff discounts from Day 1
- Unlimited supply of coffee and snacks
Our Practice Manager, Lauren, has recently graduated from the executive Lead To Succeed 3 year course, with the Lincoln Institute, and has gained the Employer of Choice Award for 2023/24.
Dr Jessica has joined Lauren in continuing to build through the Lincoln leadership to ensure their amazing team continues to thrive.Nurse Qualifications preferred and experience essential to this position.
Need help relocating, no worries, happy to help!
Please send applications to our Practice Manager Lauren at yfvmanagement@gmail.com
Greencross Vets Hoppers Crossing, South-West Melbourne (posted 14th February)
Vet Nurse
Hoppers Crossing
We have multiple opportunities for Veterinary Nurses to join our Hoppers Crossing team on a part-time basis.
Over 1600 Veterinarians and Vet nurses across Australia have chosen a career with Greencross Vets. Our vets and vet nurses benefit from the resources that the largest veterinary group in Australia provides including an industry leading education program, business support for better work/life balance and career opportunities throughout the 170 plus veterinary related businesses in the Greencross Vets family.
We invite you to join Greencross Vets for a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Greencross Vets, a pioneer in the Veterinary landscape for over 10 years, are committed to raising the industry bar and we want you to be a part of our journey!
The clinic is well equipped and has a large team of experienced and supportive vets and nurses. This is a great opportunity for a nurse looking to utilise their skills and be a respected part of the team.
About your new role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, handling and cleaning all animals
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care
- Performing minor procedures when required
- Reception duties including being the first point of contact for clients, handling client enquiries in person and over the phone, scheduling appointments, managing client accounts, admitting and discharging patients.
About your skills and your experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- 2+ years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
- Knowledge of RX Works ideal but not essential
We offer
- Permanent part-time roles with variety
- 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 professionals
- Above award remuneration and benefits package
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, please email your application, including a cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria above to Alisha Mulder, Practice Manager on alisha.mulder@greencrossvet.com.au
PETstock VET Lilydale, Outer North-East Melbourne (posted 14th February)
Veterinary Nurse – Part Time – Lilydale VIC
- Commitment to your career growth | Financial support for development
- Fun, vibrant working environment where you will feel valued from day 1
- Free access to financial, health& wellbeing support services
PETstock Vet Lilydale is a purpose-built clinic located in a PETstock retail store. Based on the outskirts of the Yarra Valley, offering a unique work life harmony. The clinic has a great range of facilities and equipment such as Ultrasound, full iM3 Dental suite, complete in-house laboratory equipment and digital radiography including digital dental radiography.
Hear from our team: https://youtu.be/HqW8YXBjBDk -
What we’re looking for…You're an experienced, qualified Veterinary Nurse (with Cert IV in Vet Nursing) who understands the importance of providing exceptional care for our pet clients & their family! Building strong & meaningful relationships with both your colleagues & clients is second nature so you are someone that your team enjoys working with!
You're someone who works flexibly as there will be a need to work Saturdays. From a mentoring perspective, you also remember what it was like to start out as a new vet nurse, so you're motivated to support junior nurses to reach their career potential! Most importantly though, you're a team player who likes to have fun while you work!
PETstock VET has established itself as an industry leader with a focus on delivering world class, innovative patient care & providing a work environment where our team feel like they belong and are valued for the experience & skill set they bring.
What we can offer you:
- Over award salary commensurate with experience
- No out of hours Sundays or public holiday shifts
- Unlimited financial allowance for continual professional development (CPD)
- Access to the Petspiration Group’s health, wellbeing, and financial services.
- Employee discount across the Petspiration Group.
- The opportunity to contribute & make a difference in the lives of pets and their families through The Petspiration Foundation, our in-house charitable foundation – for more info: youtu.be/P3P7UvR5XeI
If this exciting opportunity sounds like the role, you are looking for, please apply online or by sending your resume and cover letter to Sarah Eminaga at sarah.eminaga@petstockvet.com.au. Or for an informal chat please contact Sarah on 0448 172 697
If you would like to visit us before committing to a full recruitment process…get in touch to arrange a suitable time for you
As we continue to grow & add to the family, Petspiration Group was formed….acknowledging our history, where we’ve come from and all we have achieved…we have now come together for the pets that inspire us! We are all about…People, Pets & Planet
Joining us will offer you the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our pet customers & community not only through your role but through our charity foundation – check out the awesome work it does & how you can play a part – www.petspirtaion.group/foundation
Greencross Vets Springvale, Springvale South, South-East Melbourne (posted 14th February)
Vet Nurse
Springvale VIC
An opportunity for Veterinary Nurses to join our Springvale team on a full time, part time or casual basis.
Over 1600 Veterinarians and Vet nurses across Australia have chosen a career with Greencross Vets. Our vets and vet nurses benefit from the resources that the largest veterinary group in Australia provides including an industry leading education program, business support for better work/life balance and career opportunities throughout the 170 plus veterinary related businesses in the Greencross Vets family.
We invite you to join Greencross Vets for a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Greencross Vets, a pioneer in the Veterinary landscape for over 10 years, are committed to raising the industry bar and we want you to be a part of our journey!
The clinic is well equipped and has a large team of experienced and supportive vets and nurses. This is a great opportunity for a nurse looking to utilise their skills and be a respected part of the team.
About your new role
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, handling and cleaning all animals
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care
- Performing minor procedures when required
- Reception duties including being the first point of contact for clients, handling client enquiries in person and over the phone, scheduling appointments, managing client accounts, admitting and discharging patients.
About your skills and your experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- 3+ years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
- Knowledge of RX Works ideal but not essential
We offer
- Full time, Part time and casual shifts available
- 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 professionals
- Above award remuneration and benefits package
If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, please apply using the link: https://smrtr.io/d9fnW
Greencross Vets Hoppers Crossing, South-West Melbourne (posted 14th February) Practice Manager
Practice Manager
Hoppers Crossing VIC
Over 1600 veterinarians and vet nurses across Australia have chosen a career with Greencross Vets. Our vets and vet nurses benefit from the resources that the largest veterinary group in Australia provides including an industry leading education program, business support for better work/life balance and career opportunities throughout the 136 plus veterinary related businesses in the Greencross Vets family. At Greencross Vets your passion for pets is exemplified by practicing the highest standards of care. We invite you to join Greencross Vets for a rewarding and fulfilling career.
We are looking for a Practice Manager for our Hoppers crossing team. You will have previous experience leading a team along with exceptional communication skills and ready to drive our business forward using well-developed business, customer service, human resource, and operational skills.
About Your New Role
- Managing the day-to-day operations of our clinic including stock management, people management and rostering, and maintaining client records
- 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
- Ensuring that monthly KPI’s are met
- Driving our business forward through creating and implementing local marketing initiatives
- Delivering outstanding service and care to all patients and owners
About Your Skills & Experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2-4 or more years of experience
- Proven experience in team management, with 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
We offer
- A full-time position with variety
- 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 professionals
Pay is in line with experience and qualifications. If you would like to become part of the dynamic Greencross team, submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your suitability against the criteria above to Alisha Mulder– Practice Manager alisha.mulder@greencrossvet.com.au
Monash Veterinary Clinic, Oakleigh East (posted 13th February)
Full time vet nurse
About us
Monash Veterinary Clinic was established in 1977. We have grown substantially over the years and have developed a wide case load, servicing people from all over Victoria and Australia. We pride ourselves on providing a supporting and enriching environment for our staff, and stride to offer the most up to date and best services to our clients. Our case load consists of interesting breeding/reproduction cases, orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, infectious diseases plus more. We are a busy clinic, operating from a purpose built facility, complete with all the gadgets, in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
The role
We are looking for a full time Veterinary Nurse with Cert IV (or equivalent experience) qualification.
We are seeking someone that is passionate about patient care, with an ability to provide a high level of veterinary nursing service and share this skill and knowledge to others. You will also need to be an admin star as this is an important aspect of the role.
Clinic hours are 7am to 7pm on weekdays, 8am to 1pm on Saturdays, however there are no after hours requirements or public holidays.
Key responsibilities include:
- 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.
- Reception duties, including being the first point of contact for clients, handling client enquiries in person and over the phone, scheduling appointments, managing client accounts, admitting and discharging patients
About you
We require an experienced veterinary nurse who is willing to work as part of the team. The successful applicant will be passionate about high quality patient care and communication and possess the drive to lead the team to be the best they can be!
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 years of experience minimum
- 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
- Experience with Ezyvet would be highly regarded
What we will offer you
- Here at Monash we are committed to 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.
- Friday lunch provided
- Bring your pet to work day
- Regular internal training sessions
- Access to our EAP
If you would like to become part of our wonderful team here at Monash Veterinary Clinic, please send your resume along with a cover letter to our Operations Manager Kim Miller operations@monashvet.com.au
Ballarat Veterinary Practice Equine Clinic, Central Highlands (posted 9th February)
Equine Veterinary Nurse
• Compassion • Respect • Professionalism • Teamwork
Salary/wage range - $55k - $60k pa + super.
The Ballarat Veterinary Practice is proudly Australia's first AVA accredited Employer of Choice. We have been proudly servicing the veterinary needs of the community in Ballarat and surrounding areas, for over 75 years. 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 for a solid equine professional to hone their interests and develop expertise in an equine clinical setting.
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, including MRI
- 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
- Due to the requirement for on-call, applicants must live within a reasonable distance from our clinic (no more than 20 minutes drive) to allow for attending to emergency call-outs.
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. Financial support for undertaking study will be provided for the right applicant.
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. Take a look at www.vetlifeinballarat.com.au to find out more.
You should mark your application “Equine Nurse - Feb 2023” and send your covering letter and resume to careers@bvp.com.au to the attention of Jessie Koene, Head Nurse - Equine.
RSPCA Burwood East, Melbourne's East (posted 7th February)
VET NURSE – FULL TIME
- Do you have a passion for patient advocacy? Have mad nursing skills that you just don’t get to use in your current job?
- Would you like to place IVCs, collect and run bloods, be exposed to nursing a large variety of species and learn CPR
- Do you want to develop special interest skills in animal welfare, private practice, anaesthesia, pocket pets, dentistry, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, and medicine?
- Are you interested in upskilling and having the opportunity to engage in exciting organisation wide learning and development opportunities both clinical and non-clinical?
- Would you like to be a part of a vibrant, fun working culture?
- Do you want to make a move that improved your work-life balance?
Then it’s time to think about joining the team at RSPCA Victoria!
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 expanding our veterinary nurse team at Burwood East Veterinary Clinic and are looking for full - time nurses to join us. We are a large Clinic with a rotating staff of approximately 50 nurses and 25 vets, which includes veterinarians with advanced education in internal medicine, orthopaedics, shelter medicine, soft tissue surgery, ophthalmology and emergency and critical care. Accompanying this inspiring group is a varied skill set of nurses who encourage, support and inspire each other to continually improve.
Our facility incorporates five operating theatres, eight consulting rooms, four shelter hospital wards, two private patient hospital wards, a cat specific isolation ward, digital x-ray capability as well as dental x-ray, in-house pathology capability, ultrasound capability and ECG.
This role will provide you with
- Exposure to wide range of routine and non-routine surgical procedures including but not limited to orthopaedic surgeries, soft tissues surgeries and the odd emergency surgery.
- Exposure to a wide case load of hospitalised patients including but not limited to the management of ophthalmic procedures post op, orthopaedic procedures post-op, various zoonotic and infectious disease management, exotic medicine, wound management, management of neglect and cruelty cases and the management of hospitalised patients post external specialty surgery.
- Opportunity to advocate for preventative care through nurse consults providing the community with animal care information on husbandry, nutrition, parasite control and pet behaviour
- Continual CE conducted in house during rostered hours!
- Support to further qualify in an area of expertise and become one of our veterinary nurse experts in a field of your interest.
The successful candidate will want to commit to an environment of continual improvement and continued professional development.
This role entails:
- 10 x 9 hours shifts per fortnight on a rotating roster with 1 in four weekends, 1 rostered day off in 20 workdays and a long four-day weekend once a month.
- No on call or after hours care
- Working in a collaborative environment where vets, nurses, animal attendants, behaviour teams, customer service officers and foster coordinators work to achieve the best possible outcomes
- A roster that includes a variety of shifts, working in a different area each day. Your week could have any of the following shift types incorporated into it.
- Wards – Private inpatients, shelter cats, shelter dogs, cat iso, pocket pets, including wards support roles assisting your nursing team
- Theatre including ophthalmology, orthopaedics, or minor procedures (dental, x-rays, ear flushed etc)
- Reception, Phones, Consulting, Pharmacy/Dispensary Nurse
- Support roles such as assisting the vets in consults and managing the inpatients which can be up to 40 patients.
- Opportunities to travel in the role as part of our community outreach programs.
- Responsibilities of:
- Providing a high level of customer service both verbally and written
- Inpatient care: TPR, walking, feeding, cleaning and administration of prescribed medications.
- Communication of treatment plans and liaising with other department (Foster, Adoptions, Shelter)
- Wound management.
- IV catheter placement and management of intravenous fluids and CRI’S
- Admission and discharge of hospitalised and surgery patients as well as triage of emergencies and providing grief support.
- Surgical nursing including preparation of post op instructions and communication of plans and patient recovery.
- Sterilization and preparation of instruments
- Utilisation and use of all in house pathology equipment as well as pathology collection; specifically, but not exclusively blood collection and testing.
- Safe animal handling.
How are we different?
Here at RSPCA, you will be enabled to follow through the patient’s plan, incorporating shelter medicine into your skill set enabling you to see a patient and follow their journey from surrender or stray to post-op care to adoptions and all the odd bits in-between.
Our nurses are protected by an enterprise agreement, currently under negotiations. This can be located on fair work website.
- 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.
- Access to our Employee and Volunteer Assistance Program (EVAP)
- Discount on products and services, including Royal Canin pet food, Hush Puppies and RSPCA Victoria retail products.
- Salary packaging and novated lease arrangements on offer with leading provider, Maxxia.
What we are looking for from you
- Well-developed veterinary nursing knowledge and skills.
- Experience working in a veterinary nursing role is desirable, including basic knowledge of animal anatomy, behaviour, disease recognition and safe/calm handling practices.
- Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging work environment, whilst showing great care and compassion to the animals in our care.
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a team environment.
- The ability and commitment to work on a rotating roster, which includes some weekends and some public holidays.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem solving and organisational skills.
Qualifications and other requirements
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is desirable or equivalent experience is essential.
- Evidence of current tetanus vaccination required.
- Evidence of COVID vaccination required.
- National Police Check required.
How to Apply
To apply, email your covering letter and CV to Gabby ghouston@rspcavic.org.au for a confidential discussion.
RSPCA Victoria is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and we strongly encourage people from all cultural backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants are welcome to access RSPCA Victoria’s Diversity & Inclusion Policy by visiting our website.
Bundoora Veterinary Clinic & Hospital, North East Melbourne (posted 6th February) ECC Vet Nurse
Experienced ECC Veterinary Nurse- Full Time (Part-time considered)
Are you an experienced Vet Nurse wanting a new challenge- bored of the same day-to-day?
Looking to have the best of both worlds working in a GP practice that also offers 24/7 Emergency Care and Medicine & Surgical Specialists? Want to work for an independently owned clinic where our Directors are Vets themselves and work day-to-day on the floor supporting, mentoring, and working alongside our clinic team?
Due to growth, Bundoora Veterinary Hospital/Northern Suburbs Animal Emergency Centre is seeking an experienced (Cert IV or equivalent) Veterinary Nurse to join our amazing team
About Us
An independently owned Clinic we have been servicing the community of Bundoora & surrounds for over 30 years. We have a well-equipped hospital offering our patients: digital radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, dental radiography, advanced anaesthetic equipment including capnography, chemotherapy, blood pressure monitoring, rigid and flexible endoscopy, an extensive in-house laboratory, and assisted ventilation when required. Ideally, our preferred applicant will have proficiency with many of these tools.
We have a highly experienced team with little staff turnover and a great culture- we provide meals daily and a stocked pantry with snacks.
https://bundooravet.com/
About the Role
The clinic is busy and fast paced and we are passionate about providing high level, affordable pet care. Rosters will include shift work with hours spread across the week, with a mix of daytime and afternoon shifts, as well as the requirement to work rotating weekend. Overnight and weekend shifts attract above award loadings and penalties.
About You:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and minimum of 1 year experience in clinic
- The ability to work in a fast-past environment with a can-do attitude
- Excellent, confident communication and customer service skills
- The ability to work unsupervised but also as part of a close-knit and high-performing team
- Compassionate and resilient in times of stress
- Experience in Emergency and Critical Care will be highly regarded but not essential.
If you have these skills or a solid grounding in general practice Veterinary Nursing with a high level of flexibility, enthusiasm, initiative, and a willingness to learn new skills, this may be the job for you.
We offer:
- A very competitive salary package commensurate with experience (upwards of $65,000 p/a for the right candidate)
- Exposure to a wide range of interesting & complex cases including Emergency & Critical Care, plus the ability to work alongside Medical & Surgical specialists.
- A supportive environment for you to widen your knowledge and improve your skills
- 5 weeks Annual Leave
- Conference/CPD Leave Paid Annually
If you are interested in getting out of the day to day and into a role where no two days are the same, please forward your application including a cover letter and resume addressed to our Practice Manager, Libby Perkins at bundooravetacs@gmail.com
Bundoora Veterinary Clinic & Hospital, NE Melbourne (posted 6th February) Overnight ECC Vet Nurse
Experienced OVERNIGHT ECC Veterinary Nurse- Full Time/Part time (Casual Considered)
Are you an Experienced Vet Nurse wanting a new challenge-bored of the same day-to-day? A night-owl who prefers the rhythm of the late starts and who thrives in a high-performing team.
Due to growth, Bundoora Veterinary Hospital/Northern Suburbs Animal Emergency Centre is seeking an Experienced ECC Veterinary Nurse to join our amazing team.
About Us
An independently owned Clinic we have been servicing the community of Bundoora & surrounds for over 30 years. We have a well-equipped hospital offering our patients: digital radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, dental radiography, advanced anaesthetic equipment including capnography, chemotherapy, blood pressure monitoring, rigid and flexible endoscopy, an extensive in-house laboratory, and assisted ventilation when required. Ideally, our preferred applicant will have proficiency with many of these tools.
We have a highly experienced team with little staff turnover and a great culture- we provide meals daily and a stocked pantry with snacks.
About the Role
The clinic is busy and fast paced and we are passionate about providing high level, affordable pet care. Rosters will include shift work with overnight shift lengths of 8-12 hours. The Overnight Nurse will work as part of a close-knit group looking after our Hospitalised Patients and triaging and treating patients presenting to our Emergency Centre overnight.
About You:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and minimum of 3 years experience in Clinic
- Experience in Emergency and Critical Care
- Excellent, Confident communication and customer service skills
- The ability to work unsupervised but also as part of a close-knit and high-performing team
- Compassionate and Resilient in times of high-pressure and stress
We offer:
- A very competitive salary package commensurate with experience (upwards of $65,000 p/a for the right candidate)
- Exposure to a wide range of interesting & complex cases
- A roster that supports shift work- working up to 6 shifts a fortnight giving you 8 days with friends and family to achieve that work-life balance
- A supportive environment for you to widen your knowledge and improve your skills
- 5 weeks Annual Leave
- Conference/CPD Leave Paid Annually
If you are interested in getting out of the day to day and into a role where no two days are the same, please forward your application including a cover letter and resume addressed to our Practice Manager, Libby Perkins at bundooravetacs@gmail.com
Petfocus Vetcare, Lavington, Albury/Wodonga, NSW/VIC Border (posted 3rd February)
The Petfocus Vetcare team are looking for a full time veterinary nurse to join our growing team and hospital.
Our clinics and hospitals are set out within a 500sqm space and have separate dog and exotic pet and cat zones. The new facility also has hydrotherapy, advanced imaging, a mobile call out service as well as a comprehensive in house Idex lab and a new endoscopy suite. Visiting specialists and consultants include a dermatologist, surgeon, ophthalmologist and acupuncturist. Our hospitals are thoroughly enjoyed by pet parents with visiting rooms and spacious waiting and consultation areas. Our cat clinic and hospital has Gold Accreditation with the International Society of Feline Medicine.
Our facility is set in the beautiful big Border twin town - Albury -Wodonga on the edge of Lake Hume and the mighty Murray River. There is plenty to keep yourself occupied in your spare time with snow skiing, hiking, watersports, wineries and great restaurants, just to name a few!
We are a family of experienced veterinarians and veterinary nurses that work together happily as a great team and enjoy supporting one another whilst we enjoy getting on with our high level of pet care.
What we need:
- This role involves a 38 hour week split over four weekdays with one Saturday in three, although Part time applicants will be considered.
- High standard of nursing skills (anaesthetic monitoring, IV catheter placement, blood collection, nurse consultations, use of Idex equipment)
- A comprehensive knowledge of Rx works Outstanding customer service and phone manner
- Well presented and a good team player
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Enthusiastic toward interacting with and training of junior staff
What’s on offer:
- Above award Remuneration commensurate with experience
- No after hours work
- Experienced veterinarians
- A brand new species segregated hospital with all the bells and whistles
- A social, fun team where elevation and further studies are celebrated.
- Optional and well rewarded after hours
Please send in your CV and a letter of interest to our practice owner Dr Renee Pigdon BVSc MANZCVS (Fel Med) renee@petfocus.com.au or phone the clinic on 0260 409099
The Broadmeadows Vet, North Melbourne (posted 2nd February)
Veterinary Nurse Part Time or Casual
We are a small committed team at The Broadmeadows Vet who are searching for a dedicated Veterinary Nurse to complement our current team.
Our nurses are an integral part of our clinic and are taught and encouraged to use their entire skillset on a daily basis.
We are privately owned and consider ourselves to be more like a family!
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- General Nursing tasks including pre-/post operative care of inhouse patients
- Assisting our vets in radiology (digital radiography)
- Dental radiology
- Surgical preparation including blood collection and placing intravenous catheters
- Surgical nursing including patient & equipment prep, anaesthetic monitoring and recovery
- Maintenance of theatre and surgical equipment
- Inhouse diagnostics including blood and urine testing
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Assisting vets in all aspects of care including surgery and consultations
- Excellent animal and client care standards
- Reception tasks
- Maintaining a high standard in our attached cattery
The ideal applicant will have:
- Minimum of 1 years paid experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is highly desired
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a hands-on approach to your work
- Ability to work well both alone and within a team
- Mentoring junior staff
- Excellent multitasking skills and ability to complete set tasks
- Exceptional customer service and strong communication skills
The applicant must have outstanding customer service skills, strong communication skills, excellent time management and the ability to work independently.
This role can either be part-time or casual. You will need to be flexible and able to work both morning and afternoon shifts and Saturdays. We have built an amazing team and we are looking for the right person that will fit into our dynamics.
We strongly encourage professional development and we can guarantee you will have a supportive team and mentors.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
If you are seeking a rewarding role and believe that you have what we are looking for, please send us your CV and a cover letter. Please forward all enquiries and job applications to:
Sonia Padbury
Practice Manager
manager.broadmeadowsvet@gmail.com
You can find out more about us on our website www.broadmeadowsvet.com.au and
The Berwick Village Vet, South-East Melbourne (posted 2nd February)
The Berwick Village Vet is looking for a Part Time Veterinary nurse for approx. 28 hours a week. Experience is preferred and Cert IV is an advantage. We will consider trainees with some clinical experience. The role will involve both surgery and reception duties, and of course as with every other vet nursing position, everything in between! We are open 8-7 Monday to Friday and 8.30-12 on Saturdays.
We want someone with energy, energy for the busy surgical days, and energy to stay positive with our great clientele, even after a busy day. We also want a nurse who can self direct during the quieter times. A particular advantage would be someone who loves customer service. We have a really friendly team of nurses and vets, and pride ourselves and making our clients feel welcome.
As for the clinic, we are growing small clinic. We have two main vets and two vets with lesser hours, and six nurses in various roles. There is staff parking on site, and since the completion of roadworks really easy access from the Monash Freeway.
Salary will be above award and commensurate with experience. Our team is full of varied personalities but brought together with respect for each other and the roles they perform.
If this sounds like you then we’d love to hear from you! If you would like to chat to Jeremy about the role then please call him at the clinic on 9707 3855, or email office@berwickvillagevet.com.au
For more information, see www.berwickvillagevet.com.au and
The Cat Clinic, Prahran (posted 1st February)
Veterinary Nurse - Full-time
Are you a cat whisperer?
- Are you simply that right amount of cat crazy?
- Do you love cuddling Kittens as much as caring for grey haired geriatrics?
- Do you like helping stressed out kitties & complex referral medicine cases?
- Do you have a cat tattoo or three?
Then the Cat Clinic in Prahran is looking for you - we have a Full-time position for Feline focused Veterinary Nurse to join our practice, we will consider part-time for exceptional applicants. One of our permanent nursing team has gained enrolment into Veterinary school here in Melbourne.
What we offer you:
- The opportunity to work with a 100% Feline focused team
- Share a wealth of knowledge in cat medicine
- Be part of a team that provides specialist feline veterinary medicine services
- A widely varied caseload from GP through to specialist medicine cases
- An environment focused on growth & fostering personal clinical interests
- We have a highly motivated, respectful, and long-term client base
Please send your CV and cat cover letter to: hellocatdoctor@gmail.com
Pascoe Vale Veterinary Hospital, North of Melbourne (posted 1st February)
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic junior veterinary nurse to join our team!
Established within the community for over 20 years. Pascoe Vale veterinary clinic has a strong vet team with a new grad joining us this year. We practice high standards of care with a keen interest In soft tissue surgery and animal dentistry procedures.
The suitable candidate will be friendly, have a well-developed sense of humour and excel at customer service. We require excellent communication skills, a caring nature, a love for veterinary nursing and a willingness to work in a supportive team environment.
The position is for weekday work and with some Saturday work involved, but we are closed on Sundays and public holidays. Hours will include morning and afternoon reception shifts as well as surgical and hospital/consulting shifts.
We have a structured staff-training program to ensure our staff are up to date with their product knowledge and routine health care. Our nurses run their own consults including, but not limited to synovan boosters, do bandage changes and remove drains and sutures. We encourage a hands-on approach with our nursing team to utilise their skills and knowledge.
Interested applicants are welcome to visit the clinic at any time.
Apply online today - VetPartners Careers - Veterinary Nurse (jobvite.com) or reach out to rachael.ryan@vet.partners for more information.
Peninsula Vet Care Dromana, Mornington Peninsula (posted 1st February) Surgical Team Leader
Veterinary Nurse Surgical Team Leader – Full Time – Dromana
Are you passionate about patient care? Do you enjoy coordinating a team in managing a successful day? We have a full-time position at our Dromana hospital, consisting of 4 weekday shifts and a 1 in 4 full weekend rotation.
Attractive salary + other renumeration benefits based on qualifications.
Peninsula Vet Care is a group of five locally owned and operated veterinary hospitals combined with an emergency and referral centre on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
We are currently looking for an experienced veterinary nurse to work closely with our clinic manager and Client Services Area Leader to oversee the day to day running of our surgery team and provide training and mentoring to our junior nurses.
Key responsibilities include:
- Train and mentor junior nurses in line with training plans developed by the Nurse & Clinic Manager
- Monitor compliance with company standards of care
- Monitor customer service standards
- Manage day plans
- Coordinate and allocate staff to various tasks to ensure clinic plans are met
- Identify operational issues and make recommendations to resolve
Our ideal candidate is someone who has:
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- A minimum of 4 years’ experience as a veterinary nurse
- A desire to provide and uphold a high standard of patient and client care
- A passion for training and development
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong problem solving and organisational skills
A position with Peninsula Vet Care will provide you with:
- Career opportunities within our group including our emergency and referral
- Development opportunities through in house and external training providers, along with an annual continuing education allowance
- Regular communication and feedback through one-on-one catch ups with your clinic manager
- A supportive and positive work culture
- A workplace that is only 3 minutes walk from the beautiful Dromana beach.
If this sounds like you, please hurry and send your application to:
georgie@penvetcare.com.au or call Georgie on 03 5986 6963 if you have any questions regarding this position.
For more information about Peninsula Vet Care, visit: www.penvetcare.com.au
Peninsula Vet Care Rosebud, Mornington Peninsula (posted 1st February)
Full Time Veterinary Nurse – Rosebud
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 full time. 4 days per week and 1 in 4 Saturday and Sunday rotation. Surgical and reception duties.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has:
- A minimum of three 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)
- Orthopaedic surgical nursing experience.
- The ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a large team
- A positive and enthusiastic attitude
- A desire to provide a high standard of patient and client care
- The ability to work in a fast paced environment
A position with Peninsula Vet Care will provide you with:
- A mixture of surgery and reception shifts allowing you to build client relationships and get your surgery fix!
- Development opportunities through in house and external training providers, along with an annual continuing education allowance
- Exposure to a wide variety of services offered by our clinics, including orthopaedics, reproduction, behaviour, pet export and emergency, just to name a few
- A positive work culture with fun and supportive teams
- Regular communication and feedback through one-on-one catch ups
If this sounds like you, please send your application to: georgie@penvetcare.com.au or call Georgie on 03 5986 6963 if you have any questions regarding this position.
For more information on Peninsula Vet Care visit our website: www.penvetcare.com.au
Second Chance Animal Rescue, Craigieburn, North Melbourne (posted 31st January)
Veterinary Nurse (Full Time or Part Time available)
Be part of an organisation that is making a real difference in the lives of animals and the people who care for them!
Our team at the SCAR Community Animal Hospital are on the lookout for a dedicated, like-minded Veterinary Nurse to join us on our exciting journey. Our nurses are an integral part of our hospital and are taught and encouraged to use their entire skillset on a daily basis.
Your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- General Nursing tasks including pre- and post-operative patient care, pathology, radiology, care of medical and surgical cases, as well as emergency cases
- Surgical preparation including blood collections, calculating & administering pre-medications, placing intravenous catheters, inducing anaesthetic, intubating patients etc
- Surgical nursing including patient & equipment preparation, anaesthesia monitoring, recovery & care of surgical instruments & equipment
- Laboratory nursing including in-house blood & urine testing
- Assist vets with surgery, examinations, consultations, and treatments
- 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
The ideal applicant will have:
- Minimum of 2 years experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is highly desired but not essential
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a hands-on approach to your work
- Ability to work well both alone and within a team
- Excellent multitasking skills and ability to complete set tasks
- Exceptional customer service and strong communication skills
- A sense of humour and a great attitude!
This role can either be part-time or full-time (with no weekend or public holiday work). We are a fast-paced practice with a great team culture, and we are looking for the right person that will fit into our dynamic team. Organisational induction and ongoing training are available to support personal and career development.
If you are seeking a rewarding role and believe that you have what we are looking for, then please send us a cover letter and your CV. All enquiries and job applications should be directed to marisa@secondchanceanimalrescue.com.au.
Main Ridge Veterinary Clinic, Mornington Peninsula (posted 31st January)
Main Ridge Veterinary Clinic
An exciting opportunity exists for a Qualified Veterinary Nurse or one who is currently studying Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing to join our growing mixed practice. Main Ridge is situated on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. We are a friendly and happy team and looking for a likeminded person. Are you bubbly, positive, eager to learn with a “Can Do” attitude then we are looking for you!!
The successful candidate must demonstrate:-
- Good phone and communication skills
- A passion to deliver a high standard of patient care
- Be a team player
- Attention to detail
- The ability to multitask and take initiative in a fast paced environment
Our Clinic offers in house Laboratory, Ultrasound, Radiology, Endoscopy, Dentistry, Surgery including some orthopaedic procedures, consults and farm visits all in a lovely country setting.
If this position sounds right for you please apply via email to Jacqui.waterfall@mainridgevet.com.au
Yulong Stud, Nagambie (posted 30th January)
Equine Veterinary Nurse
Yulong Stud is seeking a highly motivated and adaptive individual to join our growing team as a Veterinary Nurse.
Yulong’s veterinary facilities include a full laboratory comprised of hematology, chemistry and blood gas machines along with the ability to do cultures and sensitivities. We also have portable ultrasounds, digital radiograph machines and video endoscope machines.
The successful candidate will work closely with the resident veterinarians, our other vet nurses and from time-to-time our stud staff, to complete various medical tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain additional experience or for a more experienced vet nurse to expand their skill set. You will exposed to all aspects of a thoroughbred breeding operation while working in a fun team with a passion for providing high-level care to our equine patients.
To be considered you must possess the following skills and qualities:
- Certificate IV in vet nursing (preferred, but we will consider strong applications without).
- A self-starter who can work efficiently with and without guidance.
- Great work ethic, resilient and with a positive attitude.
- Demonstrated high level horse handling skills.
- Ability to perform a basic physical exam and initial triage of wounds and sick horses.
- Good communication skills and the ability to interact clearly with veterinarians, stud staff and management.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft suite.
- Drivers licence and reliable vehicle.
Your duties would include but not be limited to:
- Patient treatments (including IV, IM and catheter) and bandage changes.
- Assisting the resident veterinarians with various tasks and procedures.
- Basic lab procedures such a running bloods and plating cultures.
- Maintenance of all equipment.
- Ordering of all medical supplies.
The position is full time, however, part time would be considered for the right applicant. An attractive annual salary is on offer of up to $80,000 dependant on experience. This position will be based on our Stud, located near Nagambie.
To apply, please email your resume and a covering letter to office@yulonginvest.com.au.
Bentons Road Vet Clinic, Mount Martha, Mornington Peninsula (posted 30th January)
Passionate Nurses Should Apply!
Experienced Veterinary Nurse (Cert IV and/or minimum 3 years experience) – 4 Days P/W
So you love being a Vet Nurse, however your current job isn’t quite living up to your expectations..... You feel like you just don’t get to do the nursing work you are trained or qualified to do. Maybe you would like to do more surgery shifts and are not given the opportunity to do so. Or you are just overworked and exhausted!!
Here at Bentons Road Vet have the Perfect Job for you!
So here it is:
- Full time Experienced Veterinary Nurse position however, part time is definitely an option
- The opportunity to use your nursing skills to their fullest. Our surgery nurses get to do all the fun stuff!!
- Consult Nurse shifts.... our nurses provide support to the vets during consults
- Nurse consults.... our nurses run their own consult!!
- We have dedicated reception staff.... so no reception shifts (unless you want to)
- We have a high nurse to vet ratio so you won’t feel like you are run off your feet.
- An annual CE allowance to further your skills in areas that you are passionate
- The chance to work in a progressive clinic with a supportive and caring work environment and passionate driven team
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. Plus, we have regular in clinic massages!
Shoot for your dreams, now is the time to make the step and do what YOU want to do in your nursing career.
Have more questions or need to know more??
Just pick up the phone for a confidential chat or send me an email:
Natalie Smith, Practice Manager
03 5976 4629 / 0419 533 193
email: natalie.brvc@gmail.com
The Vet Surgery Yarrambat & Nth Warrandyte, NE Melbourne (posted 30th January)
Veterinary Nurse Position - Full Time
Mixed Animal Practice
Our practice:
- Independently owned mixed animal practice with 80% small animal, 20% large animal workload
- 12 nurses, 8 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
- 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!)
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.
Melbourne Eye Vet, Mulgrave, South-East Melbourne (posted 27th January) Senior Vet Nurse
Senior Veterinary Nurse - Ophthalmology specialist practice
Awesome opportunity for a qualified veterinary nurse to join the Melbourne EyeVet team!
About us
Our purpose built Ophthalmology clinic and hospital was established in 2015 with a main clinic located in Mulgrave, Victoria and operating in 11 travelling clinics throughout metropolitan and regional Victoria.
You will be well supported in your position by 4 Ophthalmologists, 2 residents, 1 intern and 6 Ophthalmology nurses. The hospital is well equipped with all necessary tools for veterinary ophthalmology which include:
- Slit Lamp
- Indirect Ophthalmoscope
- ERG Unit (Ultrasound)
- Topography
- Tonometer
- 2 x dedicated operating theatres with operating microscopes.
- Phacoemulsification units
- Array of microsurgical instruments
The Opportunity
Melbourne EyeVet is looking for a qualified veterinary nurse to join our Ophthalmology team. This is a great opportunity for a motivated senior veterinary nurse with an interest in pursuing further training or expanding their skill base in a specialist practice. This role is full-time, working Monday to Friday only, with 1 in 4 weekends on call. Part-time will also be considered.
About You
This permanent position is suitable for candidates who have strong surgical skills with at least 5 years’ experience and for those looking to gain knowledge and skill within Ophthalmology. Previous experience working in a specialist hospital is preferred but not essential. Above all, we value someone who is a team player, an active learner, is committed to providing patient care of the highest standard and keen to be a part of our Ophthalmology practice.
Join our Melbourne EyeVet family and enjoy the benefits:
- You will be rewarded with a salary that is reflective of the experience you bring to the position
- Excellent work life balance
- Work with a team of like-minded and passionate people
To apply or for more information, contact Dr Anu O’Reilly on (03) 9545 0103 or info@melbourneeyevet.com.au
Burvale Heights Vet Surgery, Forest Hill, Melbourne's East (posted 27th January)
Permanent part time and casual position available
What are YOU looking for in your next position as a veterinary nurse?
- An amazing team of vets and nurses who provide support and encouragement and can make a mean cuppa
- A purpose-built hospital with the latest technology and equipment (for all you imaging nerds)
- A place to work that provides high quality care for pets – understanding that they are not just pets but members of our clients’ family
About us, we are a team of friendly and compassionate vets and nurses and we like to practice a high standard of medicine and surgery ensuring our patients get the care that they deserve.
We have a modern building with a gorgeous reception, 3 consulting rooms, a spacious treatment area, a dedicated surgical suite and all the toys to go with it.
We are passionate about reducing fear and stress in our patients and have separate dog and cat wards.
We are lucky to have a loyal and dedicated client base that consider their pets family and always want the best for them. This position will give you the opportunity to form long lasting relationships with them and their wonderful pets.
Our opening hours are:
Monday to Friday 8:00am-7:30pm
Saturdays 8:00am to 1:00pm
Sundays and Public Holidays – CLOSED
We have 2 positions available:
- a permanent part time veterinary nurse (average of 30 hours per week, including some Saturdays)
- a casual veterinary nurse position for those who are interested in more flexibility with their hours
We are looking for someone who:
- Is happy to work with clients and promote patient wellness using education
- Is passionate about patient care
- Has great organisational skills and attention to detail
- Is happy to show initiative
- Is a team player who is willing to help out with whatever needs to be done
- Is also able to work independently
What we can offer you:
- Access to continued education and on-going learning as commitment to your career development through regular lunch and learns and online webinars
- Regular check-ins for feedback and ideas to improve clinic functionality and a positive working environment
- Remuneration will be above award and commensurate with experience and work ethic
If this sounds like you then we would love to hear from you.
Please send your cover letter telling us a little about yourself and resume (including references) to info@BurvaleHeightsVET.com.au
Preston Vet Clinic and Hospital, North-East Melbourne (posted 27th January)
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 CV to raelenez@mac.com
Animal Clinic Maffra, Gippsland (posted 25th January)
Animal Clinic Maffra are looking to expand our team, and we want to hear from you!
We are a fun & friendly team situated in Maffra, and due to the expansion of our veterinarian team and client base we are in need another nurse! We are a team of 4 veterinarians, 6 nurses and our amazing receptionist!
Our successful candidate ideally would possess:
- Certificate 4 in veterinary nursing or higher (however, our team of experienced and educated nurses are willing to support and help progress someone with relevant experience/ currently studying a certificate 3 or 4 in veterinary nursing – or looking to enrol within the near future)
- good animal handling skills & relevant clinical experience.
- Someone with the ability to multitask and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
- good phone and communication skills with clients
- eagerness to learn and grow with the support of staff
- a passion to deliver a high standard of patient care
- a can-do attitude!
About the role:
The successful candidate will be required to: perform reception duties, monitor, feed, water & walk hospital patients, administer medications under veterinary supervision, monitor anaesthesia and analgesia, monitor recovery from anaesthesia, perform phlebotomy and laboratory work, triage patients, admission, and discharge of patients, assist veterinarians in medical cases, and much more!
We have both full time & part time hours available to the successful candidates(s). Our clinic operational hours are - weekday hours – 8:15am to 5:15pm, and Saturday hours 8:15am to 12:15pm. Weekend work is on a rotating roster.
The roster consists of a variation of surgical, hospital, float & reception shifts based on the level of knowledge.
What we can offer you:
- Well above award wages.
- A friendly and supportive team
- Flexible hours
- Access to free ProSkills CPD
- Good work life balance
- Generous staff discounts for your pets
- Ability to work in a high volume of non-routine surgical and medical cases including orthopaedic procedures
Our clinic is purpose built with all the gadgets you need, including a wide variety of Idexx pathology machines, dental suite, surgical theatre with separate prep area, wet/dirty surgery table, 2 consultation rooms, digital radiography, ultrasound and endoscope, dog & cat wards separated from the treatment area, the list goes on!
If our team sounds like the right fit for you, contact us! It is most important to us that we find the right fit, please forward your resume’s & cover letters to nurses@animalclinicmaffra.com.au – only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
See our website: www.animalclinicmaffra.com.au
Southpaws Malvern, South East Melbourne (posted 25th January) Surgical Nurses
Southpaws are looking for Full-Time Surgical Veterinary Nurses to join our new team at Southpaws Malvern.
Southpaws are expanding!
We are excited to announce that we will be opening the doors to a new clinic, Southpaws Malvern, in February 2023. Our state-of-the-art facility will provide comprehensive veterinary care for all of your beloved pets.
Our team of highly skilled and compassionate veterinarians, nurses, and support staff are dedicated to delivering the best possible care to every patient that comes through our doors.
We are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our growing team and help us serve the community. If you have a love for animals and a desire to make a difference, we encourage you to apply for one of our open positions. We can’t wait to meet you (and your furry friends!).
As an employer
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 and their families.
Southpaws are committed to leading the way in creating a workplace that operates the way we believe it 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 are 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.
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.
- Certificate IV or equivalent qualification
- A professional and positive demeanour
- Ability to work efficiently with initiative in a face-paced environment
- Exceptional organisational skills
- 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 fulfil your career goals and achieve your potential
- Monthly check-ins and a 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
Evervet, Prahran (posted 25th January)
Veterinary Nurse - Full or Part Time
About us:
Established in 1975, the Evervet group is a progressive, dynamic, family-owned veterinary hospital that has achieved ASAV ‘Hospital of Excellence’ accreditation status. We practice Fear Free veterinary medicine and focus on delivering Gold Standard patient care and client experience.
Why Evervet?
Our pets bring communities together, they see us through tough times. They build us up, and they keep us grounded. We owe our pets so much. Here at Evervet, we exist to honour their gift, with the heartfelt care they deserve.
The veterinary profession has advanced and changed a lot, sometimes this can mean the care our pets receive starts to feel just a tad impersonal. We don't provide cookie-cutter solutions at Evervet and recognise the importance of familiar faces and tailored care. Join a team of locals you can get to know and trust.
We have 3 locations in the Evervet family. Each with its unique look, feel and services available from laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery to orthopaedics, CT scanning and behaviour.
The welfare and mental health of our staff are of paramount importance to us, and we work hard to provide a supportive and caring environment, where staff can learn and grow.
Your pet, your family, always.
For more information, please visit www.evervet.com.au
Role
An opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our team The role can be part-time or full-time, and we are happy to work with the successful applicant to help them achieve a reasonable work-life balance.
We are seeking someone with Cert IV qualification (or equivalent experience) that is passionate about patient care, with an ability to provide a high level of veterinary nursing service and share this skill and knowledge with others
Key responsibilities include:
- Adhere to our ‘Fear Free’ approach to veterinary medicine and patient handling.
- Delivering personalised and friendly care to all patients and owners.
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment.
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre and post-operative care, animal pathology, emergency and critical care.
- Handling client enquiries in person and over the phone, scheduling appointments, admitting, and discharging patients
About you
We require an experienced Veterinary Nurse who shares our passion and vision of gold-standard patient care and providing an exceptional client experience.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures.
- Have a patient-centric approach to their work ethic
- A willingness to learn new skills and procedures.
- Able to be autonomous and self-governing in their approach to work
- You want to work somewhere where you have a voice.
- Uphold and be compliant with all OH&S regulations and DHHS Covid-19 regulations
- EzyVet experience a bonus!
- The concept of "Your pet, your family, always." fits with your ideal of best-practice veterinary care.
Qualifications/Experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent or equivalent skillset.
- 1 year of in-clinic 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
- Experience with ezyVet would be highly regarded
What’s on Offer
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 are committed to your professional growth and development, providing opportunities for you to progress in areas that inspire your passion to change the lives of pets. We offer professional continued education and support through our training and development team.
We are committed to providing you with development based on your interests and long-term goals.
- Continued education is strongly encouraged through an annual CPD allowance, regular tutorials, daily rounds, weekly team meetings and a nurse journal club.
- You will receive above award remuneration (Commensurate of experience)
- Lunch is provided
- Access to our EAP
- Employee discounts and benefits
- A dynamic, social, and fun team with an opportunity to build a long-term career in a progressive family-owned practice.
- You know you will thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Induction program of two weeks with our fantastic training and development team to ensure you are set up for success.
APPLY NOW!
Send your resume and cover letter to: careers@evervet.vet
Peninsula Vet Emergency and Referral Hospital, Mornington (posted 25th January) ECC Veterinary Nurse
ECC Veterinary Nurse
Emergency and Critical Care
About us
Peninsula Vet Emergency and Referral Hospital 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 are unique in that we have a close association with a five-hospital general practice group which provides a large and varied case load.
About the role
We are looking for an energetic and experienced ECC Nurse who has enough flexibility to work a mixture of days, evenings, nights, and weekends to support the coverage of annual leave for our ECC Nursing team. We are committed to offering the best possible work/life balance for our team and will provide advanced notice of rosters and minimum part time hours to ensure you are never burnt out!
About you
We are looking for a committed and highly motivated nurse with strong clinical skills to join our growing nursing team. To be considered for this position you will have a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, and experience within emergency and critical care, the desire for further education and training, and the ability to be a part of a positive team culture. The position would be well suited to nurses who demonstrate the following:
- A strong desire to provide the best patient care
- A flexible and positive attitude towards work
- An ability to manage stressful situations and high work pressure
- Committed to our core values of being passionate, building trust, having fun, growing and evolving, and having compassion and respect
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!
What we can offer you
- Opportunity to work with and learn from industry leading specialists
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities
- A positive and fun workplace and a supportive team
- Great employee benefits and discounts for the health of your pet
- A focus on your wellness and mental health support available to all employees
How to apply
Please email your cover letter and resume to erhnursemanager@penvetreferral.com.au
Further information
If you would like further information about our hospital please visit our website: https://penvetreferral.com.au/
Altona Veterinary Clinic, Melbourne West (posted 24th January)
Permanent Full time and Part Time Veterinary Nurse Position (experience required) - West Melbourne.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic veterinary nurse to join our team of 7 vets and 12 nurses in our friendly and progressive veterinary clinic.
The suitable candidate will be experienced, friendly, have a well-developed sense of humour and excel at customer service. We require excellent communication skills, a caring nature, a love for veterinary nursing and a willingness to work in a supportive team environment.
The position is for weekday work and with some Saturday work involved, but we are closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Hours will include morning and afternoon reception shifts as well as surgery shifts.
We are a progressive practice that likes all of our nurses to be able to perform X-Rays, dental scale and polishes, take bloods and place IV catheters. We have a structured staff-training program to ensure our staff are up to date with their product knowledge and routine health care. Our nurses assist in consults and give Proheart and Cartrophen boosters, do bandage changes and remove drains and sutures. We encourage a hands-on approach with our nursing team to utilise their skills and knowledge.
Please visit our website at www.altonavet.com.au for more information on the practice.
Interested applicants are welcome to visit the clinic at any time.
Salary will be above award and in line with experience.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Please email your CV with a cover letter to: Sarah Walsh
Email: sarah@altonavet.com.au
Phone: 03 9398 3333
PETstock VET Essendon, North-West Melbourne (posted 24th January)
PETstock Vet Essendon (VIC)
Nursing Manager, 12month fixed term, Full time or Part time
- Leadership opportunity with support
- Commitment to your career growth and development
- Working shifts between weekday 8:30am – 6:30pm, NO afterhours
PETstock VET has established itself as an industry leader with a focus on delivering world class, innovative patient care & providing a work environment where our team feel like they belong and are valued for the experience & skill set they bring.
Why we’re different… PETstock Vet Essendon is a modern designed purpose-built clinic located in a PETstock retail store, close to the CBD with easy access to public transport. With state-of-the-art facilities including, dedicated surgical suite, digital radiography, dental x rays, multiparameter anesthetic machine and the latest in-house laboratory equipment. Our experienced team of Veterinary Professionals focus truly on your wellbeing and the health of our pet patients, whilst providing our staff with a positive work culture.
What we’re looking for…an experienced Veterinary Nurse, with a Cert IV in Vet Nursing who understands the importance of providing exceptional care for our pet clients & their family! Building strong & meaningful relationships with both your colleagues & clients is second nature and you are someone that your team enjoys working with and likes to have fun while you work!
Supporting our Head Vet and Practice Manger tasks will include but not limited to:
- Manage and support the clinic’s day to day running.
- Lead and support a developing team.
- Ensure monthly KPI’s are met.
- Provide world class care to all patients and clients.
- Support with rostering and team organisation.
- Ensure equipment maintenance and servicing is up to date.
- Stock ordering and monitoring of inventory.
- Assist with team meetings and training.
What we can offer you:
- Generous salary commensurate with experience.
- Unlimited continual professional development (CPD).
- Access to the Petspiration Group’s health, wellbeing, and financial services.
- Employee discount across the Petspiration Group.
- Supportive and fun working environment
- Employee assistance program with access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services.
The opportunity to contribute & make a difference in the lives of pets and their families through The Petspiration Foundation, our in-house charitable foundation – for more info: youtu.be/P3P7UvR5XeI
If this exciting opportunity sounds like the role, you are looking for, please apply online or by sending your resume and cover letter to Sarah Eminaga, Veterinary Recruitment Coordinator to sarah.eminaga@petstockvet.com.au
If you would like to visit us before committing to a full recruitment process…get in touch to arrange a suitable time for you
As we continue to grow & add to the family, Petspiration Group was formed…. acknowledging our history, where we’ve come from and all we have achieved…we have now come together for the pets that inspire us! We are all about…People, Pets & Planet
Mooroolbark Veterinary Clinic, North-East Melbourne (posted 24th January)
Mooroolbark Veterinary Clinic
78 Brice Ave
Mooroolbark 3138
Ph: 03 9726 7089
Email: mbarkvet@bigpond.com
Mooroolbark Veterinary Clinic requires the services of a veterinary nurse with a certificate 4 in veterinary nursing, or is very close to finishing the course.
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Reception duties:
- answering phones,
- making appointments,
- processing and preparing accounts,
- handling payments.
- answering phones,
- Assisting with general animal care:
- Preparing for surgery
- Assisting in surgery
- Cleaning up after surgery
- Assisting Veterinarian as required,
- Cleaning cages,
- Feeding and caring for animals and keeping the premises clean and tidy.
- Preparing for surgery
General:
We are a small family business where everyone helps and supports each other.
We need someone who is
- Is able to work solo from time to time
- Able to fill in from time to time when other nurses are on holidays
- Able to work happily and in concert with the other employees
- Is adaptable,
- Is not afraid to give something unusual a go.
- Can use their initiative,
- Problem solving, can for see problems and counteract them
Vet 2 Pet, Lara, Nth East of Geelong (posted 23rd January)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time or Part Time
Hello nurses!
Due to practice growth we are hiring again! Position’s suit someone easy going, who doesn’t take themselves too seriously – a sense of humour is a must! We need someone who can hit the ground running so are looking for experienced nurses only.
We are located in Lara, on the Melbourne side of Geelong. We are keen to receive applications for both Full Time and Part Time employment. Our full time nurses work a 4-day week (38 hours) with a consistent scheduled RDO every week. We are not open public holidays, weekends and work minimal overtime. Yes, that’s right! an actual work life balance.
We are a small animal practice consisting of 9 nurses, 1 receptionist and 3 Veterinarians and one kennel hands. We work hard but understand and value the importance of an excellent work environment. We make sure every day to take the time to have a laugh, crack a joke and if needed have a good vent about a particular case.
We see mainly cats and dogs with a nice mix of small animals including reptiles (but don’t be surprised to see the odd kangaroo, koala, eagle or other unusual creatures as Dr. Laura has a keen interest in our beautiful native wildlife and quirky critters). Our clinic pet is Gucci the freshwater crocodile on display in reception. Don’t stress though, you are not meant to know the vital signs on a koala or kangaroo… all that training will be provided if your keen to learn. Not so keen – no stress, we have plenty of nurses who are keen to take the lead on these patients.
We have a newly purpose built Veterinary clinic on acreage with large outdoor dog runs and aviaries. When new people walk through our clinic they generally are surprised at how large, new and comprehensive our setup is. We all the latest gadgets, bells and whistles including digital and dental x-ray, in house blood diagnostics, Rx Works, Smartflow, vetS8 – the list goes on. All training will be provided on any equipment that you may not be used too.
We are a little bit different here as we have a mobile aspect to the clinic meaning a veterinarian and Nurse will be available for mobile consultations at home. It gets you out of the clinical environment of a hospital and you get to go cruising around the local suburbs in our specially fitted out Vet 2 Pet ex ambulance.
Contrary to what you may think we are not just a euthanasia service or a budget clinic – we see a wide range of cases and offer all the usual services including visiting orthopaedic and internal medicine specialists, in house labs, hospitalisation etc… The only difference is we do more house call than your average clinic, with an average day on the road including 1-2 euthanasia appointments and a mix of vaccinations, lumps, check-ups and sick pets.
We also know all the best coffee spots/bites to eat in town and “clean” public toilets to use on your travels. If that doesn’t sound like you, that’s ok, we love it and are happy to fight over your day on the road between ourselves.
If this sounds like you and tickles your fancy, email resumes to: laura.a.schram@gmail.com
The Furry Family Vet Clinic, Bentleigh, South-East Melbourne (posted 20th January)
Experienced /Head Veterinary Nurse Needed Full or Part Time Position
The Furry Family Vet Clinic is looking for an experienced vet nurse to join our wonderful team of 7 vets and 7 nurses.
We are a family owned clinic, with the owners being a vet and vet nurse team. Our practice is fully equipped and has wonderful clientele!
Our ideal candidate:
- Certificate IV in veterinary nursing is preferred but not essential for the right applicant.
- Minimum 3 years experience if possible.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Confidence in monitoring anaesthesia and blood collecting, placing IV catheters, administering medications and running in house diagnostics.
- Adaptable within a team environment.
- Capable of guiding junior nurses and working independently.
If you are interested in this position please email a cover letter and your CV to
Jaysha Evans - jaysha@furryfamilyvet.com.au
The Lost Dogs Home Veterinary Clinic Cranbourne, South-East Melbourne (posted 20th January)
Shelter Veterinary Nurse Team Leader – Cranbourne
About us:
Here at The Lost Dogs' Home, we provide veterinary care and treatment for more than 15,000 cats and dogs each year. Our shelter hospital provides a high standard of veterinary care for all stray, surrendered and injured animals as prepare them for their new life. We pride ourselves on employing qualified individuals who demonstrate a strong personal connection to animals, the community, and the cause.
Our team of highly skilled vets and nurses love the excitement of shelter work and love that they play such an integral part of an animal’s journey to finding a forever home. You will be supported by a team who will provide guidance and mentorship along the way, and you will have the opportunity to further develop your nursing skills in the unique world of shelter medicine.
About the role
We are currently seeking a Shelter Nurse Team Leader who will be responsible for overseeing and assisting the coordination of our dedicated Shelter Veterinary Nurses. The Shelter Nurse Team Leader will assist the Shelter Veterinary Medicine Team to provide efficient, streamlined and compassionate veterinary services for animals in our care.
Key responsibilities include:
- lead and manage the Shelter Veterinary Nurses
- develop a positive team ethos within the immediate team through positive participation and communication
- train staff in appropriate safe and stress-free nursing and animal handling techniques
- oversee preparation of rosters within budget ensuring leave coverage
- manage staff including regular performance appraisals, goal setting
- review, develop and implement team and organisation protocols
- ensure quality animal care by liaising with the Lead Veterinarian
- ensure comprehensive records of admissions, care, treatments, rehabilitations and outcomes are maintained
- carry out veterinary related tasks under the guidance of the veterinarian.
About you
We are looking for an experienced veterinary nurse to lead and manage a team dedicated veterinary nurses, a natural leader to cultivate a good working environment. We are looking for someone who understands and promotes our values and is passionate about patient care and maintaining high standards of care
The successful applicant will:
- Have significant experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
- Possess a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (essential)
- Have excellent time management and organisational skills
- Experience in a shelter environment (desired)
- Be a proven team player, with the ability to show initiative in a fast-paced environment
- The ability to motivate and lead a team to high standards • sound emotional maturity, resilience, and animal welfare ethics
What we can offer you:
- Fantastic career development and opportunities to develop skills not only shelter medicine but also in the animal welfare industry
- Generous financial assistance and support for further studies and career development courses
- Great work-life balance, no afterhours work
- An animal only role, no reception or client facing duties
- 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 looking for a rewarding role in the animal welfare industry and are interested in joining our team, please click here to apply via our careers page, ensuring you have attached your cover letter and current resume in Word or PDF format.
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.
Advanced Vetcare, Kensington, Inner City Melbourne (posted 20th January)
Full Time Surgical Nurse
Advanced Vetcare is a veterinary referral centre with 24 hour emergency and critical care support. We are a purpose built facility in central Melbourne. We currently house specialist small animal surgery, internal medicine, oncology, hydrotherapy and emergency services.
Due to the current demand for specialist surgical services and our new hospital in Kew now open we need to expand our team!
If you are an experienced nurse with an eye for detail and a keen interest in surgery this could be your opportunity.
We are a fully equipped emergency hospital, with the added benefits of working alongside internal medicine and oncology specialists. This allows us to offer the most complete care to our patients, as well as offering diversity and intrigue to our caseload.
This role is to provide surgical nursing support to our specialist surgical practice. You will be part of a daily team of 5 to 6 surgical nurses, 5 specialist surgeons, 4 residents and 3 Interns. There is no rostered weekend component in this position.
We are a progressive and friendly centre that aims to provide a challenging and rewarding work environment. We offer continued education opportunities, as well as in-clinic training seminars.
We are seeking a nurse with a minimum of 3 years of experience, existing experience in a referral centre is desirable but not essential.
This position will suit someone with the ability to multitask and work well under pressure. The right candidate will be capable of expanding their nursing knowledge and skills in a busy specialist environment. A positive team approach is very important in this role.
We pay a generous hourly rate above the award, commensurate with experience and encourage our staff to develop new skills.
Interested parties should submit their CV and a list of two referees to:careers@advancedvetcare.com.au
Epsom Road Vet, Melbourne Inner West (posted 19th January)
New year! New role!
Looking to join a growing team who love to provide a warm welcome to our patients and clients, and who are committed to delivering quality patient care?
We are on the search for an additional nurse to join our experienced team in Melbourne’s inner west.
About the role.
- Permanent position. We are flexible for part time or full time 30-38 hours per week including shared Saturday mornings (one in four or five)
- Suitable for an experienced nurse (Certificate 4/Diploma qualified or training)
- Excellent remuneration on offer.
- The role includes a mix of surgery, consulting and reception shifts.
About us?
- We are committed to providing excellence in patient care and have all the equipment needed to allow this.
- We will ensure you get to use your existing skills and help you to build new ones.
- You will join an experienced team who support and encourage each other. We have five vets (a mix of full time and part time with 2-3 vets working each day, and 4 support staff rostered each day.
- We care about your wellness and have an Employee assistance program as well as regular wellness training.
Reach out to Mark Matthews on 0433 029 779, or send an email to mark@epsomrdvet.com.au to discover more.
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