Surgery Vet Nurse - ARH Brisbane

Greencross Pet Wellness Company; Queensland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary care provider in Queensland is seeking a qualified Vet Nurse passionate about surgery to join their surgical team. The role offers opportunities for career growth with ongoing training and support. Responsibilities include patient treatments, monitoring recovery, and assisting in surgery. Candidates should have at least 3 years of nursing experience and a Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing. Full-time and part-time roles available, with competitive remuneration and additional benefits.

Benefits

Ongoing training and education support

Above award remuneration

Discounts on pet products

Access to EAP program

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years nursing experience in veterinary care.
• Ability to perform IV catheter placements and fluid therapy.
• Experience in cleaning and autoclaving surgical instruments.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical patient treatments and care.
• Monitor patient recovery and provide support.
• Assist in operating theatre as a surgical nurse.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Rx works / Smart flow

Education

Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Are you a Vet Nurse looking for your next challenge and have a passion for surgery?

The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) is one of the most respected emergency and specialist veterinary hospitals in Brisbane. We offer a wide range of specialist services and provide 24-hour emergency and critical care to referring Veterinarians and the public. We provide the highest standard of nursing and patient care and we are seeking a qualified veterinary nurse to join our friendly, dynamic surgical team.

The successful candidate will be someone who;

• Wants to further their career in veterinary nursing
• Has completed Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing and has at least 3 years nursing experience
• Has a passion for surgery
• Is enthusiastic and honest
• Has high standards and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work as part of a team, and also independently
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills
• Knowledge of Rx works / Smart flow will be highly regarded (but not essential)

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Surgery patient treatments and care
• Patient recovery & monitoring
• IV catheter placement and fluid therapy
• Taking blood and using in-house lab equipment
• Cleaning and autoclaving of surgical instruments and specialised surgical equipment
• Specialist surgical and theatre nursing

We envision a Full-Time role (38 hrs/wk) in our busy surgery department, however Part Time applicants will also be considered. We have a number of different rostered shift times, with additional hours sometimes being required.

Training and support will be provided on an ongoing basis, with encouragement to grow surgical and anaesthesia skills with further education, which is financially supported.

Our offer to you

• An opportunity to work closely supporting our Surgery Specialists, Senior Registrars, Residents and Interns
• Work alongside two veterinary anesthetists with support from our experienced surgical nursing team
• On-going training will be provided and further education is encouraged and supported
• Above award remuneration
• Discounts to Royal Canin & Hills Products for your pet
• An employer who is focused on well-being and providing staff access to our EAP program

If you’ve been wanting to elevate your career to the next level then please submit your application via the link!

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