Surgery Vet Nurse - ARH Canberra

The Animal Referral Hospital; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Supportive team

Employee discounts

Rostered shifts & leave

Job summary

The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is seeking a dedicated Surgery Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a part-time or full-time basis. The role focuses on supporting surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative patient care within a leading veterinary specialty environment.

Ideal candidates hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, have at least two years of surgical experience, and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

Excellent communication

Fast-paced environment

Compassionate attitude

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Job Description

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.

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

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

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Opportunities 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

If you are passionate about veterinary nursing and dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients, we want to hear from you!

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