Veterinary Nurse

SPCA; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet insurance

Retail offers

Wellness support (24/7 confidential)

Job summary

SPCA Christchurch Centre is seeking a Casual Veterinary Nurse to join our team and provide high-quality nursing care to animals in SPCA's care. You'll work alongside our veterinarians and wider Animal Services team, supporting everything from routine treatments and nursing care through to surgical procedures and emergency situations.

As a Veterinary Nurse with SPCA, you'll play an important role in ensuring animals receive the highest standard of care throughout their time with us, assisting

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience as a Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience working in a busy clinical environment with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Willingness to develop knowledge of shelter medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary nursing care, assessment and treatment to animals in SPCA's care.
• Assist veterinarians with anaesthetics, treatments, surgery and other clinical procedures.
• Monitor animals, identify concerns and provide nursing support, including in emergencies.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and document treatments and interventions.
• Support fosterers, volunteers and students with safe animal care and high hygiene standards.
• Contribute to the Centre team, including enrichment, owner education and animal welfare.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritisation

Job description

Christchurch | Casual | Work that directly improves the lives of animals

Our Christchurch Centre is looking for a Casual Veterinary Nurse to join our team and provide high-quality clinical care to animals in SPCA's care. You'll work alongside our veterinarians and wider Animal Services team, supporting everything from routine treatments and nursing care through to surgical procedures and emergency situations.

• Employment: Casual
• Hours: As and when required to cover leave and busy periods
• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience working as a Veterinary Nurse

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Veterinary Nurse with SPCA, you'll play an important role in ensuring animals receive the highest standard of care throughout their time with us.

• Provide high-quality veterinary nursing care, assessment and treatment to animals in SPCA's care
• Assist veterinarians with anaesthetics, treatments, surgery and other clinical procedures
• Monitor animals, identify concerns and provide appropriate nursing support, including in emergency situations
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure all treatments and interventions are documented appropriately
• Support fosterers, volunteers and students with safe animal care, while maintaining high standards of hygiene, infection control and animal welfare
• Contribute to the wider Centre team, including animal enrichment, owner education and supporting animals through their SPCA journey

Every day can look a little different in a shelter environment, so you'll need to be comfortable adapting to changing priorities and working across a range of cases.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
• Experience working effectively in a busy clinical environment with competing priorities and deadlines
• A sound understanding of veterinary nursing principles and a willingness to develop your knowledge of shelter medicine
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to work with volunteers and students
• Good organisation, attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• The ability to remain calm, professional and empathetic in challenging situations
• A full, current New Zealand driver's licence

At SPCA, working with purpose is just the beginning. Our team is passionate about animal welfare and proud to make a real difference across New Zealand. If you're looking for a role where your values, wellbeing and contributions truly matter, here's what we offer:

• A workplace culture where collaboration, development and kindness are key
• Exclusive discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers
• Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support
• Feel good knowing your work is improving the lives of animals in need

We have a diverse, inclusive and values-driven culture at SPCA. We value a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences, so we welcome people from all walks of life to apply. All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand, either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.