Vet Nurse

Mont Albert Veterinary Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Vor Ort; AUD 65.000 - 82.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mont Albert Veterinary Pty Ltd in Melbourne is offering a training-focused nursing role that blends hands-on clinical care with education for trainee veterinary nurses. You will work alongside our veterinary team to support patients, assist with procedures and help maintain high clinical standards.

The position emphasises mentoring, practical competency development and progress towards completing the Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, with ongoing professional development within a

Qualifikationen

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working in a veterinary practice.
• Strong nursing fundamentals and commitment to excellent patient care.
• Genuine passion for training, educating and mentoring trainee veterinary nurses.
• Ability to explain clinical concepts and demonstrate practical skills clearly and confidently.

Aufgaben

• Support trainees with practical requirements and competencies associated with their Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
• Provide high-quality nursing care, handling and monitoring of hospitalised patients.
• Assist veterinarians during consultations, examinations and procedures.
• Prepare patients and equipment for surgery and diagnostic procedures.
• Monitor anaesthesia and support patients through surgery and recovery, in accordance with training and clinic protocols.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and assist with diagnostic imaging and other investigations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Support the care and handling of exotic companion animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, rats and mice.
• Provide practical guidance, supervision and mentorship to trainee veterinary nurses.

Kenntnisse

Mentoring

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

Mont Albert Veterinary Pty Ltd – Mont Albert VIC

This is a varied nursing role combining hands-on clinical work, patient care, client education and the training and development of trainee veterinary nurses. You will work closely with our veterinary team to support patients throughout their treatment, assist with diagnostic and surgical procedures, and help maintain high standards of clinical care. A key component of the position is training, mentoring and educating trainee veterinary nurses, including supporting practical competency development and progress towards completing their Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

Key responsibilities

Support trainees with practical requirements and competencies associated with their Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Provide high-quality nursing care, handling and monitoring of hospitalised patients

Assist veterinarians during consultations, examinations and procedures

Prepare patients and equipment for surgery and diagnostic procedures

Monitor anaesthesia and support patients through surgery and recovery, in accordance with training and clinic protocols

Administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians

Perform in-house laboratory testing and assist with diagnostic imaging and other investigations

Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation

Support the care and handling of exotic companion animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, rats and mice

Provide practical guidance, supervision and mentorship to trainee veterinary nurses

About you

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or an equivalent recognised qualification

Experience working in a veterinary practice

Strong nursing fundamentals and a commitment to excellent patient care

A genuine passion for training, educating and mentoring trainee veterinary nurses

The ability to explain clinical concepts and demonstrate practical skills clearly and confidently

Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills

A patient, approachable and supportive attitude when working with learners

The ability to provide constructive feedback and encourage professional growth

A proactive approach to clinical problem-solving and teamwork

A commitment to continuing professional development and maintaining high clinical standards

About us

Canterbury Vet Clinic and Hospital is committed to delivering high-quality veterinary care in a professional, supportive and progressive clinical environment. Our modern facilities provide an excellent setting to develop your nursing skills, work alongside a dedicated veterinary team and gain exposure to a varied caseload. We believe investing in our people is essential to excellent patient care, and we value practical training, mentorship and education.

Modern clinical facilities in which to practise and develop your nursing skills

A diverse caseload, including opportunities to work with exotic companion animals

Professional development to broaden your clinical knowledge and capabilities

A meaningful training role, allowing you to influence the development of future veterinary nurses

The opportunity to combine hands-on nursing with education, mentorship and practical skills development

A collaborative clinical environment that values teamwork, communication and continuous improvement