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SPCA Fiji, Suva, Fiji (posted 17th December) Volunteer Vet Nurses
Volunteers Vet Nurses
(SHELTER and CLINIC & OUTREACH)
SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
Join us as a volunteer in the breathtaking Fiji Islands!
COME AND MEET THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE ON EARTH!
SPCA Fiji Islands is an animal shelter and veterinary clinic based in the capital city of Suva. The mission of the SPCA Fiji Islands is to improve the welfare of animals in and around Fiji. We do this by focusing on providing affordable health care for domestic pets and working to address the issue of stray cats and dogs through intake of stray and unwanted animals into the shelter that are then treated, desexed and rehomed We also run a vibrant outreach program and have desexed and treated over 2,000 animals thus far, this year alone.
Why do so many of our volunteer vets return again and again?
Because they get rich and rewarding professional, and personal, opportunities and experiences.
We have opportunities for passionate veterinary nurses to assist at our regional outreach neuter clinics, shelter and clinic operations, throughout 2024 and beyond. SPCA offers veterinarians and nurses real-world experiences working with diverse cases in city and rural settings across the Fiji Islands.
SPCA has one resident veterinarian currently, and this is soon to be two. We have a team of Fijian vet nurses and interns delivering a broad range of veterinary services to both shelter animals and local pet owners in a basic facility for examinations, radiography and surgery.
Please click here to see photos! 
Join us for a couple of weeks or stay up to three months as a volunteer.
SPCA will organize permits for volunteers and provide you with accommodation close to the centre of Suva. You will be welcomed at the airport the Fijian way. Afterward, you will be settled into your accommodation and briefed on your role at the SPCA.
Please contact clncmngr@gmail.com in Suva, Fiji for more information and to get a copy of our volunteer information package.
🌍 Where: Suva, Fiji Islands
📅 When: 2024 onwards
🐕 What: SPCA clinic ( surgery and consults )and outreach clinic
❤ Why: To help improve the welfare of Fiji’s animals
👩 How: With the help of people like YOU!
The Eye Specialist for Animals, Katong, Singapore (posted 10th December)
Veterinary Nurse
The Eye Specialist for Animals is seeking a veterinary nurse/patient care assistant for a full-time position, average 44 hours per week (4 days work week). No scheduled weekend work.
We are a specialist practice with 1 board-certified veterinary eye specialist supported by an intimate team of experienced nurses and veterinary ophthalmology resident.
Our practice is well-equipped with the state-of-the-art ophthalmic equipment as we are the only eye specialist in town. We are also well-equipped with advanced anaesthesia monitoring equipment and ventilator.
The qualities we look for are:
- Great communication skills
- Love for animals
- Not squeamish with eyes
Our nurses get plenty of hands-on learning and support from our existing team.
Job Scope but not limited to:
- Surgery duties – surgical instrument care and sterilizing, anaesthesia monitoring, and post-op patient care, preparing for surgery…etc.
- Consultation – packing medications, explaining medications to owner, discharging patients ...etc.
- General nursing duties – caring for hospitalized eye patients, IV catheters placement
- Assisting specialist
- Running various eye tests
- Surgical instrument care and sterilizing, patient care and general nursing, putting eye drops into our patients, holding patients for procedures/ consultation
If you are interested in this position, please send in your CV. Those who are looking for a career change are welcome to apply.
Salary will be commensurate with experience.
To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to info@eyespecialistforanimals.com / jiec@eyespecialistforanimals.com. Your application should state the name and contact details of your referees.
CoVet, Remote Working, USA-Based Company (posted 6th December) Remote Account Executive
Are you ready to make a real impact in the veterinary industry?
At CoVet, we’re a tight-knit crew with a big mission: to streamline veterinary practices with our AI copilot, freeing up pros to focus on what matters—animal care. We're on the lookout for a go-getter Account Executive who's enthusiastic about innovation and making a real impact. Let's change the game together!
Responsibilities:
- Execute targeted cold calling strategies to generate leads and drive business growth; meet minimum daily call quotas
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify new opportunities within the veterinary industry
- Establish and nurture initial client contacts, understanding their needs and providing insights into our solutions
- Engage in initial sales conversations with potential clients to lay the groundwork for future deals
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth transition of client accounts to project implementation teams
- Provide mentorship and support to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in cold calling and lead generation, with a track record of meeting and exceeding call targets
- Background in sales or business development, with a preference for candidates with experience in the veterinary industry
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at quick thinking and problem-solving in client interactions
- Proven ability to manage preliminary stages of client engagement and nurture accounts towards revenue growth
- Familiarity with Hubspot or similar CRM software is beneficial
- Independent, strategic thinkers with the ability to prioritize tasks, work autonomously, and adhere to deadlines
Additional Assets:
- Candidates with the flexibility to adapt to evolving roles, starting with lead generation and progressing to conducting sales demos over time, are preferred
We offer a competitive compensation package. This role is designed for proactive and dynamic sales professionals looking to excel in a challenging and rewarding environment. If you are an independent thinker with a knack for cold calling and a passion for the veterinary field, come and drive your career forward as an Account Executive with us.
For more information or to apply, contact Megan D'Souza on megand@co.vet.
KWPLH, East Kalimantan, Borneo (posted 20th November) Volunteer Vet Nurses
Veterinary help needed in Indonesian Borneo
Help improve animal welfare in Indonesia by sharing your skills and experience!
Facility and Program Description:
Kawasan Wisata Pendidikan Lingkungan Hidup (KWPLH) is an environmental education center located in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, Indonesian Borneo. The facility’s goal is to increase environmental awareness and animal welfare. In addition to our animal programmes, the facility has several education buildings, picnic areas and playgrounds. To see a full description of the KWPLH’s facilities and goals visit www.beruangmadu.org or email us.
KWPLH provides a wonderful accommodation in the form of a forested enclosure for 6 sun bears rescued from the illegal pet trade. Sun bears are the mascot of Balikpapan, and many of our current education programs focus on this species.
Our Domestic Animal Program was created in response to the frequent dumping of kittens/puppies at KWPLH. We have attempted to establish a safe home for abandoned animals and a sterilization and adoption program. We currently have 110+ cats under our care as well as close to 30 dogs, and occasionally take care of other rescued wildlife species whenever brought to the center (macaque, civets, slow loris, birds).
The goals of our Domestic Animal Program are:
- Educate visitors in proper pet care including the promotion of pet sterilization;
- Discourage to keeping of wildlife (sun bears, orangutans etc.) as pets by
highlighting the difference between wild and domestic animals; - Ensure the welfare of the cats and dogs within the environs of KWPLH;
- Provide free sterilization programmes for community pets and stray animals, prioritizing animals living in the vicinity of the center;
Experienced Volunteer Vet [Nurse] Needed
We are in need of experienced veterinarian/ vet nurse to assist with training and development of our local animal care team. The primary goal is to further train up our team [specifically our local veterinarian] in specialist medical care for our animals, under more or less challenging conditions, and to train our Indonesian animal care-taking staff in mastering necessary skills and knowledge on specialist issues that need frequent treatments.
Other tasks include ideas on improvement of our medical administration and records, enrichment and training programs, and enhancing our adoption programme. There will be work with the sun bears and other wild species, but most time will go to our domestic animals and staff training.
Outlined below is a list of topics that we need help with:
- Training on [preventative] care of key medical issues afflicting animals in our target area of work;
- Assist with health checks, monitoring of sick animals, and preventive
medicine; - Provide training to our local team in mastering key vet [nursing] skills, including but not limited to: safe and effective holds, injection techniques (s.c., i.m., and i.v.), animal handling, sterilization of tools, anesthesia administration and monitoring, clinic administration, first aid, etc;
- Efficient animal care database management and administration:
- Assist with daily animal care, including feeding and cleaning;
- Assist with dog training and training our local animal staff;
- Assist bear keepers in treatment of sun bear medical issues;
- Assist with improvement of enrichment programs for domestic animals, sun bears and other wildlife occasionally taken care of at the center;
For more details about KWPLH and the veterinary position please email us!
We welcome the help from professional vet nurses in 2024-2025. The position is preferably for 3+ months, but do e-mail us as well if you are available for shorter periods. Free housing is provided at the center, but a small local catering fee is required for meals. A volunteer visa will need to be applied for at a small cost. Couples are also welcome to apply.
Please send end questions and resumes to Gabriella Fredriksson:
gabriella.fredriksson@gmail.com
For further information visit our website: www.beruangmadu.org or www.pronaturafoundation.org
Mayreau Animal Welfare, St Vincent & The Grenadines (posted 18th November) Volunteer Vet Nurse
VETERINARY NURSE VOLUNTEER FOR MAYREAU ANIMAL WELFARE
ST VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
Summary: -
Mayreau Animal Welfare is seeking a Veterinary Nurse Volunteer to provide animal care services on the island. monitoring animal health and ensuring that animals receive adequate care.
Couples are most welcome, only one of whom need be a veterinary professional.
Key Responsibilities: -
- Provide daily care and monitoring of animals (mostly dogs and cats) including feeding, watering and exercise
- Monitor the health of the island animals and report any concerns to our online veterinarian service, if no vet on the island
- Administer medications and treatments
- Maintain accurate records
- Educate the community about responsible pet ownership
- Help with daily walks for our resident house dogs, and when time allows, walk other chained dogs whose owners have given us permission.
- In case of emergencies, liaise with veterinarians on a neighbouring island and help facilitate transport of the animal for treatment.
Qualifications: -
- Certified Veterinary Nurse or equivalent qualification
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Passion for animal welfare and commitment to the mission of Mayreau Animal Welfare
- Ability to live and work on a small island with limited amenities
Working Conditions: -
- We seek committed, fit, easy-going volunteers (couples welcome), who are diplomatic, outgoing, resilient, OK with the heat and content with simple living
- Mayreau is a hilly island and volunteers need to be reasonably fit. There is a small clinic on Mayreau, which is usually staffed by a Nurse, with a doctor visiting the island once a month. In case of emergencies, you would need to travel to neighbouring Union Island (a 20 minute speedboat ride away).
For more information, please contact Gill by email fitzgerald201@btinternet.com or Whats App: +44 77591 46327
See our website: https://www.mayreau-animal-welfare.org/
Crown Vet, Mumbai, India (posted 1st November) Practice Manager
Are you an experienced Veterinary Nurse in Australia, New Zealand, the UK or Canada, etc with a passion for enhancing client experiences, leading teams, and ensuring top-tier animal care? Crown Vet, one of India’s leading veterinary care providers, is inviting dedicated professionals from Australia to join us as Practice Managers at our clinics across India.
Crown Vet | Hiring a Practice Manager in India (YouTube)
Why Crown Vet?
At Crown Vet, we don’t just focus on providing exceptional veterinary care — we are committed to creating an outstanding experience for both pets and their owners. Our state-of-the-art facilities offer advanced diagnostics, surgery, and 24/7 care, but what truly sets us apart is our emphasis on client satisfaction. As a Practice Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring that every interaction with our clinic leaves a lasting positive impression. From seamless appointment scheduling to compassionate communication, we are excited to raise the bar in customer service, making sure pet parents feel valued and informed throughout their journey with us.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary packages and comprehensive employee benefits.
- A supportive, professional environment where you can lead, grow, and make a meaningful impact, not only in patient care but also in enhancing the client experience.
- The opportunity to explore India’s vibrant culture while advancing your veterinary career and improving the lives of pets and their owners.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experience: A minimum of 5 years in veterinary nursing in Australia, with strong expertise in patient care and a proven track record in enhancing client relations.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage clinic operations, mentor veterinary teams, and ensure a superior client experience at every touchpoint.
- Customer-Centric Focus: A deep commitment to continuously improving the customer experience, ensuring every pet parent feels confident, informed, and supported.
- Commitment: Dedication to maintaining high standards in veterinary care while actively seeking ways to enhance the overall service experience for clients.
If you're excited to shape the future of veterinary care by leading teams and creating exceptional client experiences, we invite you to apply.
Send your resume to hr@crown.vet to explore this exciting opportunity. For more details, visit Crown Vet.
Siem Reap Veterinary Care, Cambodia (posted 21st October) Volunteer Vet Nurses/Support Staff
Hi! Our Social Enterprise practice in Siem Reap, Cambodia is looking for volunteers in admin/vet tech/nurse/management areas.
This is an opportunity for adventure, travel, giving back, experiencing different animal diseases, and a new culture.
As well as the never-a-dull-moment clinical work here, Siem Reap is such a fabulous destination and the adventure of a lifetime. Three well-travelled NZ vet friends (two generations) visited recently, and they all said It was the best holiday of their lives!
We do like it when people are here longer, but we also welcome shorter stays for people who are a good mutual match.
Please click here to see photos!
This opportunity would also suit someone who wanted to volunteer full time or 3-4 days per week longer term. You can learn a lot and give back while having plenty of time to explore Cambodia and bordering countries for the remainder of the week.
We may or may not have accommodation available, depending on availability and length of stay. We are a small team of four doing much for our human and animal community and are not able to cover any volunteer-related expenses.
Visit: www.siemreapvet.com (out of date - don't seem to find the time for this) , www.EROVAAT.org and 
to learn more about us.
Please email Dr Trish Johansen at tjnzcam@gmail.com with references, a CV, availability, and why you would like to spend time with us. I want you to know that your interest in volunteering is appreciated. I endeavour to reply quickly, but sometimes emails slip through the net - I need a PA! Please resend if you don't hear back within a week.
Thanks for reading, and searching for opportunities to pay your education forward in an exciting way.
Isara Elephant Foundation, Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand (posted 15th October)
Volunteer Coordinator - Elephant Welfare & Community Development Project
We are a non-profit in Australia & Thailand. We are working to improve the lives of captive elephants in Thailand, by providing an alternative to working camps for these elephant owners. The elephants spend their days foraging in hundreds of hectares of natural forest, we will contribute to community development & forest conservation in the area. Care for the strays and village pets (we do not have a clinic yet) Stay in the stunning mountains of Northern Thailand in a Karen hill tribe and immerse yourself in this unique way of life.
Must haves:
- First Aid training
- Experience volunteering
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Good level of fitness
- Able to commit to at least 6 months, but the longer the better.
- Ability to work outdoors, and go on hikes with volunteers in all weather conditions, including cold/wet weather
- An interest in and commitment to improving elephant welfare, conservation, teaching or community development
- Commitment, drive and enthusiasm to develop yourself and motivate others, enjoy connecting with people and building relationships
- You are creative and enjoy developing and implementing new initiatives and unique ways to improve the operations of the project
- Very flexible and have the ability to adapt to change as we are a new project
- Be able to respect the very different way of life in the village
Advantageous:
- Experience with elephants is not essential, we NEED flexibility and the ability to adapt to change as we are a new project.
- Experience in Veterinary Nursing, Wildlife conservation, animal or environmental sciences or sustainable tourism
- Experience supervising employees or volunteers
- An understanding of Thai or Karen culture
What you will do:
- Lead and motivate volunteers on site.
- Give a thorough & welcoming volunteer orientation
- Assigns on-site volunteer housing.
- Coordinating daily activities with the Karen staff
- Accompany volunteers in the field and community, teaching English classes as needed.
- Keeping records and photos of project work
- Respond to volunteers' concerns
- Stock control and order placement for volunteer provisions.
Benefits:
- Basic rural accommodation on-site.
- All meals on-site are provided.
Cover Letter & CV to thailand@isaraelephant.org
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