Veterinary Nurse – Mobile Clinic & Rescue Care

Animal Welfare League NSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retail discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Animal Welfare League NSW is seeking a full-time Veterinary Nurse to join our Kemps Creek Veterinary Clinic team. The role supports animals rescued by Inspectors and our Animal Ambulance, and may include work with our Mobile Vet Clinic in regional communities.

You will assist veterinarians, administer medications, monitor vital signs, provide post-operative care, educate clients, and maintain medical records.

Qualifications

• Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing with 2+ years post-qualification experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of animal behaviour, anatomy and physiology.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in surgeries, dental cleanings, and diagnostic tests.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Monitor vital signs and record them.
• Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery of animals.
• Educate clients on proper animal care and nutrition.
• Maintain medical records and update patient information in the system.
• Clean and maintain equipment and facilities.
• Undertake Vet Clinic reception duties and provide nursing advice.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Animal behaviour knowledge

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Computer skills

Multi-tasking

Compassion for animals

Education

Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Animal Welfare League NSW is seeking a full-time Veterinary Nurse to join our Kemps Creek Veterinary Clinic team. The role supports animals rescued by Inspectors and our Animal Ambulance, and may include work with our Mobile Vet Clinic in regional communities.

You will assist veterinarians, administer medications, monitor vital signs, provide post-operative care, educate clients, and maintain medical records.