Veterinary Nurse (ECC)

Animal Emergency Australia; Hobart; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent part-time 40-60 hours per 2‑

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellbeing initiatives and MentalHealth

Fitness Passport discounted gym

Ongoing learning and development

Up to 70% staff discounts on vet care

Job summary

Animal Emergency Australia’s AES Hobart is seeking an ECC Veterinary Nurse to join our Tasmania’s only 24/7 emergency hospital. You’ll work with experienced veterinarians and nurses on a varied caseload, from trauma to critical care, delivering urgent, compassionate care around the clock.

We value ongoing learning and clinical excellence within a supportive, team-driven environment. A permanent part-time roster and access to wellbeing and development programs are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• ECC experience highly regarded.
• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or BVetTech preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Triage and emergency patient care alongside veterinarians and nurses.
• Manage emergency and critical care caseload.
• Anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing support.
• Pathology, radiography and diagnostic support.
• Administer treatments and medications; support patients and owners.
• Collaborate with a skilled, supportive team.

Skills

ECC experience

Clinical nursing

Teamwork

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Bachelor of Veterinary Technology

Job description

Join Tasmania's Only 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Hospital

When every shift matters, so do you.

Looking for a nursing role where no two days are the same, your skills genuinely make a difference, and you're backed by a team that loves what they do?

At Animal Emergency Service (AES) Hobart, you'll be part of Tasmania's only 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital, caring for some of the state's most critical and complex patients when they need us most.

Whether it's a trauma case at 2am, a GDV requiring urgent intervention, or helping a worried pet owner through a difficult moment, you'll be at the heart of delivering exceptional emergency care.

About Us

AES Hobart is part of Animal Emergency Australia (AEA), Australia's largest employee-owned emergency veterinary network, with 14 hospitals nationwide.

What makes us different?

We combine the support, expertise and opportunities of a national network with the culture and autonomy of a locally led hospital. That means you'll have access to outstanding learning, development and clinical support, while still being part of a close-knit team that genuinely cares about each other.

We're proud of our reputation for transparency, empathy and clinical excellence. With a 4.8 star Google rating and more than 1,390 reviews, our team is trusted by pet owners across Tasmania to provide outstanding emergency and critical care when it matters most.

What You'll Be Doing

As an ECC Veterinary Nurse, you'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and nurses managing a diverse caseload of emergency and critical care patients.

Your shift could include:

• Triage and emergency patient assessment
• Critical care and hospital case management
• Anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
• Pathology, radiography and diagnostic support
• Administering treatments and medications
• Supporting patients and pet owners through emergencies
• Collaborating with a highly skilled and supportive team

From trauma cases and snake bites to complex medical emergencies, you'll continually build your skills while making a real impact on patient outcomes.

Earn More Doing What You Love

ECC nursing offers excellent earning potential through penalty rates across our 24/7 roster.

• Above-award base rates from $32.78 to $37.88 per hour + super
• Penalty rates of 50%, 100% and 150% on eligible shifts
• 17.5% annual leave loading

Your actual earnings will depend on your roster and preferred shift mix.

About You

You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Have at least 2 years of clinical nursing experience (ECC experience highly regarded)
• Hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (preferred but not essential)
• Enjoy learning and are always looking to grow your skills
• Communicate confidently and work well as part of a team
• Are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
• Feel comfortable working in an open and collaborative hospital environment
• Have reliable transport to support shift work requirements

Most importantly, you're someone who genuinely cares about patients, supports your teammates and stays calm when things get busy.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We know ECC can be demanding, which is why we've designed our roster with wellbeing in mind.

• Permanent part-time opportunity (40-60 hours per fortnight) with the option to work more hours on mutual agreement
• Flexible, equitable roster across days, nights, weekends and public holidays
• Up to 70% staff discounts on veterinary treatment and products
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellbeing initiatives and Mental Health First Aid support
• Fitness Passport discounted gym memberships
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Refer-a-Friend rewards program
• Supportive team culture where you'll be encouraged to learn, grow and succeed

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're looking for a role where you'll develop your emergency nursing skills, work alongside a passionate team and make a genuine difference to pets and their families every day, we'd love to hear from you.