The Austin Vet Specialists, Mile End, Inner Western Adelaide, SA
Veterinary Nurse/Vet Tech (full-time)
The Austin Vet Specialists is growing with expansion of our exciting caseload of mostly small animals with the occasional exotic and zoo animal (think lion, capybara, orangutan).
Therefore, we are looking for full-time Veterinary Nurses to join our specialist Nursing team.
Our purpose-built veterinary specialist centre in Mile End, Adelaide is designed around the idea of “working together” and is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. We are an independent centre and therefore we have the freedom and flexibility to do things our way (for example: we named our centre after our cat!).
At The Austin, nurses are ACTIVELY involved in procedures and patient care. You will be doing AMAZING things that you never thought you could! Full TRAINING and SUPPORT of experienced staff will be provided so if you’d like to take the next step in your career within a caring and supportive team – get in touch!
We encourage applications from veterinary nurses with prior referral/specialist experience as well as nurses wanting to progress their career by moving into the referral/specialist setting but are unsure where to start. Mostly we encourage applications from people who want to progress their nursing career, love a laugh and care deeply about their patients.
The role
You will rotate through various departments, including Surgery, Internal Medicine, Imaging and Ophthalmology, making sure we deliver exceptional patient care and outstanding client care to owners. Daily duties include admit/discharge of patients, induction/monitoring of anaesthesia and sedation, inpatient emergency and critical nursing care, pre and post operative care, as well as maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice including ward areas and equipment.
The ideal candidate will have the following skills and expertise:
- Completed (or studying for) Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Desire to grow professionally and undertake further training
- Knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Willingness to participate in rotating roster (Mon-Sun) including night shifts
- Possess initiative and a positive mindset
What’s in it for you?
- We'll invest in your learning journey, from Nursing Diplomas to specialised training opportunities (e.g. arterial line placement, ETCO2 interpretation), ensuring a fulfilling and enriching career.
- Being a specialist centre, expect ambitious standards and awesomeness but also expect a lot of happiness and fulfillment from your job.
- Oh...and bring your dog to work – we have a dedicated pooch lounge for our team!
Multiple roles are available, including permanent (full-time, part-time) and casual. Financial loading and other incentives apply providing an attractive salary ($30-70/hr) which will grow with you as you develop your career.
If you believe you have the talent to fulfil this role and want to be a part of a friendly and dynamic environment, come for a non-binding tour or Apply Now.
Application process Please send your CV and cover letter to Xander Huizing at career@theaustin.vet. Be sure to include:
- your reason for applying and what attracted you to The Austin.
- your career goals and relevant prior experience.
All applications will be treated confidentially, but please make sure you include contactable referees.