Internal Medicine Vet Nurse — New Specialty Dept

Animal Referral Hospital; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Referral Hospital in Melbourne is expanding with a brand-new Internal Medicine Specialist Department and seeks a dedicated veterinary nurse to bring this specialty service to life.

You will work closely with the Internal Medicine Specialist and the broader hospital team to deliver high-level care to complex medical patients, support advanced diagnostics, and help shape our clinical workflows during the launch phase.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
• Experience in internal medicine or referral practice.
• Calm, organised and attentive to detail.

Responsibilities

• Providing exceptional nursing care to hospitalised medical patients.
• Assisting with advanced diagnostics including blood collection, imaging (CT, x-ray, ultrasound), endoscopy support, and procedures.
• Monitoring and managing anaesthesia for patients with complex medical conditions.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting smooth daily workflow.
• Contributing to the development of protocols and workflows as the department launches.
• Working collaboratively with ECC and surgery departments.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Calm under pressure

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Animal Referral Hospital in Melbourne is expanding with a brand-new Internal Medicine Specialist Department and seeks a dedicated veterinary nurse to bring this specialty service to life.

You will work closely with the Internal Medicine Specialist and the broader hospital team to deliver high-level care to complex medical patients, support advanced diagnostics, and help shape our clinical workflows during the launch phase.