Veterinary Nurse - Surgery

QVSG Pty Ltd; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Annual CPD allowance

Internal CPD opportunities

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

On site counselling

Parental leave (6 weeks)

Job summary

Queensland Veterinary Specialist (QVS) is seeking a Surgical Nurse to join our Sunshine Coast team. You will deliver high level perioperative care across complex surgical cases, including preparation, sterile technique, anaesthesia monitoring, and post‑operative pain management, while supporting advanced diagnostic procedures.

You’ll work with a specialist surgical and anaesthesia team, grow your skills in advanced techniques, and participate in on‑call duties after suitable training and

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
• At least 2 years of post‑qualification experience in Veterinary Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high level perioperative care across a variety of complex surgical cases.
• Surgical preparation and sterile technique; monitor anaesthesia; manage post‑operative pain and recovery.
• Support advanced diagnostic procedures; collaborate with specialist surgical and anaesthesia team.

Skills

Anaesthesia monitoring

Perioperative care

Sterile technique

Pain management

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Bachelor of Veterinary Technology

Job description

About QVS:

Queensland Veterinary Specialist (QVS) is Australia’s longest established, privately owned 24/7 specialist group. We treat every pet as a cherished member of the family, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care. We have three Specialist and Emergency hospitals currently Stafford, North Lakes with our newest hospital in the beautiful Sunshine Coast. All our hospitals are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and veterinary technology to provide the very best in patient care. We are looking a Surgery Nurse to join our Sunshine Coast team.

About the role:

As a Surgical Nurse at QVS, you will deliver high level perioperative care across a variety of complex surgical cases. Your role includes surgical preparation, maintaining sterile technique, monitoring anaesthesia, managing post‑operative pain and recovery, and supporting advanced diagnostic procedures to ensure safe, smooth patient outcomes. Working alongside a specialist surgical and anaesthesia team, you’ll grow your skills in advanced techniques while contributing to a collaborative, supportive environment committed to excellence in patient care. On call requirements following suitable training and development.

Responsibilities:

• Receive dedicated mentorship as you transition into specialist surgical nursing, with strong support to grow from GP nursing into advanced practice
• Work across a broad range of challenging and high‑risk anaesthesia cases, developing confidence and capability in complex patient care
• Contribute to a varied and rewarding caseload, supported by a skilled, collaborative team that values your expertise and contributions
• Build advanced anaesthetic skills, including arterial lines, advanced CRIs, nerve blocks and comprehensive critical monitoring

What we offer our Nurses:

• Highly supportive team of skilled nurses, technicians, anaesthetists and radiographers to support you through this exciting next step in your career
• A competitive remuneration package based on experience. We highly value the expertise and passion our nursing teams bring to QVS and strive to recognise this.
• Annual CPD allowance for external courses, including webinars, workshops, and conferences
• Free internal CPD opportunities including online webinars, workshops and seminars.
• Healthy work life balance with access to our employee assistance programme (EAP)
• On site counselling with regular monthly visits to each hospital
• A values-driven, high-performance culture that results in a collaborative, enjoyable and supportive work environment
• 6 weeks paid parental leave

Requirements of the Role:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in Veterinary Nursing. General Practice nurses welcome to apply! Our team of highly trained nurses and technicians are passionate about teaching.
• Confidence in anaesthesia monitoring. Our specialist anaesthesia team and highly trained nurses/techs are ready to support you through this next step in your career in specialist nursing.

What will make you stand out:

• A friendly, adaptable nature, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proven ability to consistently provide high-quality patient care, even in high-pressure situations is highly desired