Surgery Vet Nurse - ARH Essendon (Maternity Leave Contract)

Greencross Vets; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Greencross Vets at ARH Essendon is seeking an experienced Part-time Surgery Vet Nurse to cover maternity leave for 12 months, working 3 days per week. You will support surgical patients and assist the team to maintain high standards of care.

The successful candidate will have 2+ years in veterinary surgical nursing, strong anaesthesia monitoring skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in veterinary surgical nursing.
• Strong understanding of surgical procedures and protocols.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Monitor patients during surgery and recovery.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow.
• Administer medications and follow established protocols.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families.

Skills

Vet surgical nursing

Anaesthesia monitoring

Teamwork & communication

Infection control & sterility

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

Anaesthesia machines

Job description

Surgery Vet Nurse - ARH Essendon (Maternity Leave Contract)

• Part-time

Surgery Vet Nurse | ARH Essendon| Part-time - 3 days a week for 12 months

We are seeking an experienced Part-time Surgery Nurse to join our team at ARH Essendon while one of our wonderful nurses goes on maternity leave for 12-months!

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standard of care for our surgical patients.

ARH Essendon is a leading healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional patient care. Our dedicated team of professionals strives for excellence in delivering comprehensive medical services to our community.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in pre-operative and post-operative care
• Monitor patients during surgery and recovery
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a smooth and efficient workflow
• Administer medications and follow established protocols
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
• Provide education and support to patients and their families

Requirements:

• Proven experience in veterinary surgical nursing, with a minimum of 2 years' experience
• Strong understanding of surgical procedures and protocols
• Proficiency in anaesthesia monitoring and sterile technique
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
• Excellent patient care skills, including pre- and post-operative management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with pet owners and veterinary staff
• Familiarity with veterinary medical equipment and surgical instruments, including their maintenance and sterilisation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Access to state-of-the-art medical facilities and equipment