Full Time Vet Nurse

Vetlink Vet Nurse Jobs; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

The practice is a modern, well‑equipped hospital in New Zealand’s Manawatu‑Wanganui region seeking an experienced vet nurse to join the companion animal department. This permanent full‑time role runs Monday to Friday with a shared Saturday rota; you’ll work with a team of skilled vets and nurses, gaining exposure to diagnostics, anaesthesia, and specialist collaborations to grow your skills.

There is a friendly, supportive culture and plenty of outdoor activities nearby.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with consultations.
• Provision of a high standard of nursing care for medical patients.
• Assistance with the organisation and performance of various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including radiography, ultrasonography, and endoscopy.
• Assisting with anaesthesia for a variety of medical and surgical procedures.
• Monitoring care of patients and follow up after surgery.
• Organization and management of processes for the referral of patients for medical investigation and care.
• General clinic administration tasks.

Job description

Do you have a special interest in anaesthesia and small animal internal medicine?

If working in a genuine, friendly team of people in the North Island’s adventure playground sounds like your kind of paradise, then keep reading…

A mixed practice in New Zealand’s Manawatu‑Wanganui Region is seeking an experienced vet nurse to join their team. This role is to work within the companion animal department at their modern and well‑equipped hospital.

This permanent full‑time position, Monday – Friday. There is a shared rota of Saturdays amongst the team.

The right applicant will join a team of highly skilled vets, nurses and support staff. The companion animal team is headed by a clinician with more than 10 years of experience. There is the opportunity to work alongside specialists, giving you the chance to utilize and expand your skills!

Key attributes of the position include:

• Assisting with consultations.
• Provision of a high standard of nursing care for medical patients.
• Assistance with the organisation and performance of various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including radiography, ultrasonography, and endoscopy.
• Assisting with anaesthesia for a variety of medical and surgical procedures.
• Monitoring care of patients and follow up after surgery.
• Organization and management of processes for the referral of patients for medical investigation and care.
• General clinic administration tasks.

With an efficient team of support staff, this is a great opportunity to be a part of a tight‑knit, cohesive team.

Benefits of the position include:

• A modern facility with a great team of support staff at your side.
• A friendly, professional and family‑oriented practice.
• Great community spirit with plenty of local activities.
• A competitive remuneration package based on ability and experience.

The clinic is forward-thinking and encourages new ideas and innovation.

The practice is located centrally in an area offering a vast range of outdoor activities such as tramping, triathlons and fishing. Within the area is a multitude of community groups, clubs, sporting teams and one of New Zealand’s largest ski areas. The practice is only a short drive from a large city and airport, the ski fields of the central plateau and the ferry terminal gateway to the South Island. According to the locals, the region is a well‑kept secret!