Compassionate Vet Nurse - Balanced Hours, CPD & Benefits

Work Initiatives

Melbourne

On-site

AUD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance
RDOs (up to 12 days per year)
Wellbeing Support via EVAP (staff)
Staff Discounts
CPD Allowance

Job summary

RSPCA Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Certified Veterinary Nurse to support daily animal care across our clinics. You will assist veterinarians with medications, treatments and anaesthesia, while ensuring high welfare standards and client education.

A rotating roster requires flexibility, with weekend and public holiday work as needed. You will join a large, collaborative nursing and veterinary team, supported by CPD allowances and extensive leave options to promote work-life balance and

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of animal anatomy, behaviour and disease recognition.
  • Competency in clinical skills outlined in the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
  • Ability to work with veterinarians and nursing staff.
  • Commitment to animal welfare and client education.

Responsibilities

  • Assist veterinarians with medications, treatments, minor procedures and anaesthesia.
  • Monitor animal health and behaviour; report concerns.
  • Deliver high-quality client service and educate the public on welfare services.
  • Foster a positive team environment and align with RSPCA values.

Skills

Animal anatomy
Animal behaviour
Disease recognition
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent

Job description

RSPCA Victoria in Melbourne is seeking a Certified Veterinary Nurse to support daily animal care across our clinics. You will assist veterinarians with medications, treatments and anaesthesia, while ensuring high welfare standards and client education.

A rotating roster requires flexibility, with weekend and public holiday work as needed. You will join a large, collaborative nursing and veterinary team, supported by CPD allowances and extensive leave options to promote work-life balance and

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