Fantastic opportunity for a vet nurse to work in a modern, purpose-built ASAV Accredited Hospital of Excellence!
A privately owned practice in Sydney’s northern suburbs has a position available for a qualified and experienced veterinary nurse to join the team.
This practice has won multiple awards for customer service and strives to achieve the highest standard of care for the patients and their owners.
The employer believes work should be enjoyed, not endured. The team are proud to have maintained a pleasant workplace environment that focuses on team collaboration, leadership and career development.
The role is permanent, full-time with a Monday to Friday roster. Only the occasional weekend shift will be required and there are no after-hours.
Sponsorship (work permit) is considered for suitably qualified overseas veterinary nurses.
The practice employs over 30 staff, including 7 vets, 10 vet nurses and three hospital attendants.
You will be working within an advanced nursing team who are trained in blood collection, IV catheter placement, dental scale/polish procedures and cytology sample preparation.
There is a dedicated customer care team, allowing nurses to carry out nursing duties and support vets rather than getting tied up on the phone, making for great practice efficiency. There is very little reception work required.
Several of the vet team have further qualifications, including memberships in internal medicine, feline medicine and surgery, as well as a certificate in small animal surgery. The team also work closely with a dedicated pet behaviour consultant, who provides training and recommendations for behaviour challenges. There are regular visiting specialists in imaging, internal medicine and surgery.
The management team have undergone leadership training with the Lincoln Institute and has achieved an Employer of Choice Accreditation.
The practice sees a dedicated clientele, the majority of whom are willing to pursue a proper diagnostic investigation.
The successful candidate will work out of a modern, purpose-built clinic. It is well-equipped, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, IM3 dental equipment, in-house Idexx blood machines, two sterile theatres, and is an ASAV Accredited Hospital of Excellence!
The practice is located on Sydney’s upper North Shore, around 40 minutes from the city or the beautiful Northern Beaches. One of Sydney’s best bakeries is located a few doors up, serving great coffee and pastries!
To apply for this position, you must meet the following criteria:
– Eligible to work in Australia without restrictions
– Qualified Veterinary Nurse Cert IV or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (or equivalent overseas qualification)
– Minimum 12 months’ experience as a qualified veterinary nurse
– Proficiency in IV catheter placement and jugular vein blood sampling
– Knowledge in intravenous fluid therapy and CRI setup
– Experience in anaesthetic monitoring, including more complex or critical cases
– CPR knowledge and experience
– Experience in preparation of patients for surgery
– Reliable and committed work ethic
– Dedicated, enthusiastic, highly motivated and self-directed initiative to ensure productivity while on shift
– Team player and willingness to offer support to the clinical team
– Empathetic and resilient
– Ability to prioritise tasks accordingly and respond quickly to direction when required
– Willingness to adhere to the practice policies and protocols
– Exceptional communication skills
– Ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining a positive demeanour
– The ability to bring a positive and ‘can do’ attitude to the workplace
– Determination to learn the Open VPMS Veterinary scheduling system (training provide)
– Dedicated to maintaining a high standard within general practice to ensure patient wellbeing
