Surgery Vet Nurse - ARH Canberra

Greencross Vets; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Job summary

The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is seeking a skilled Surgery Veterinary Nurse to join their dynamic team. This role offers part-time or full-time hours, with responsibilities including assisting during surgical procedures and providing compassionate care to patients.

The successful candidate will have a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, at least 2 years of experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary nursing role.
• Strong knowledge of surgical nursing techniques and protocols.
• Willingness to be on-call for emergency surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures.
• Maintaining surgical suites and equipment.
• Monitoring patient vital signs and responding to changes.

Skills

Surgical nursing techniques

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced work

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Surgery Vet Nurse | Part-time or Full-time hours

The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is a leading provider of specialist veterinary care in the Canberra region. We are dedicated to providing exceptional medical services to pets and their families, offering advanced treatments and compassionate care.

We are currently seeking a skilled and passionate Surgery Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in veterinary nursing with a specific focus on surgical procedures.

This position is available either Part-time or Full-time and offers the opportunity to work alongside leading veterinary specialists and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care!

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures, including preparation, monitoring, and post-operative care
• Maintaining surgical suites and equipment to ensure cleanliness and functionality
• Providing support in anesthesia administration and monitoring
• Monitoring patient vital signs and responding to changes in condition
• Providing compassionate care to patients and their families, offering education and support as needed
• Collaborating with other members of the veterinary team to ensure seamless patient care

Requirements:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary nursing role, with a focus on surgical procedures
• Strong knowledge of surgical nursing techniques and protocols
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Compassionate attitude towards animals and their caregivers
• Willingness to be on-call for emergency specialised surgical procedures
• Competitive salary commensurate with experienceOpportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Supportive team environment with access to leading veterinary specialists
• Employee discounts on veterinary services and Petbarn products
• Work-life balance with rostered shifts and leave entitlements