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Avantara Lincoln Park

Veterinary Nurse | Willoughby Vet Hospital

VetPartnersWilloughby, Sydney NSW
  • Full-time

Are you looking to “Level Up” in your Vet Nursing career?

At Willoughby Vet Hospital, we appreciate just how crucial nurses are to the smooth running of the Practice, and we are seeking a motivated individual who wants more from their nursing career!

We are seeing an experienced Part Time Vet Nurse (with potential to develop into Full Time) looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and vibrant team.

We offer:

  • An amazing team who understands the demands of the industry but work together to provide gold standard care.
  • The opportunity to constantly “do more” and grow your skillset by being involved across a number of cases and procedures.
  • Above award wages commensurate with experience.
  • Positive work/life balance with part-time hours.
  • Staff discounts and employee benefits.
  • Employee referral bonus.

The right candidate will be:

  • An experienced Veterinary Nurse with GP experience
  • Hard working - someone who’s not afraid to dive into new challenges
  • Looking to grow their career by providing gold standard care to patients and clients
  • Able to remain level-headed when under pressure
  • Clinical experience is a must. The suitable candidate will have 3+ years in the industry and have completed (or is completing) their Certificate IV.

What's next?

Are you happy in your current role? You could be happier! Don't miss this rare opportunity to reignite your career and thrive!

VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now' or please send your resume or enquiries to Amanda at [email protected] 

Avantara Lincoln Park

Veterinary Nurse

Forrestdale, Perth WA
  • Full-time

About us

West Coast Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Casual Vet Nurse to join our team. You will provide high quality nursing to our small and large inpatients. Our team consists of talented and enthusiastic vets and nurses who work together in a busy but fun environment.

Qualifications & experience

  • Registered as a vet nurse in WA
  • Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
  • Minimum 2 years of experience
  • Must be able to work independently and within a team
  • Able to work under pressure and in stressful situations
  • Self motivated
  • Small and Large animal experience preferred 

Tasks & responsibilities

  • Monitoring inpatients including small and large animals (training provided for large animal handling)
  • Assisting with emergency's, general anaesthetics and surgery's
  • Undertaking diagnostic tests including x-rays
  • Maintain and ensure the effective running of the hospital 
  • Placing intravenous catheters and fluid maintenance
  • Feeding and walking animals
  • Administering medications and giving injections

 

 

Avantara Lincoln Park

Veterinary Nurse Lower Plenty/Reception

Petstock GroupSeabrook, Melbourne VIC
  • $42 to $58 hourly
  • Full-time

Veterinary Nurse/ Receptionist | Lower Plenty Veterinary Clinic


We are seeking a full-time veterinary nurse with 1+ years' experience to join our team. Our roster is flexible and accommodates your availability alongside clinic requirements, and hours/rates can be negotiated for the right candidate.
Shifts are also balanced between front-of-house and back-of-house duties.


A day in the life of a Veterinary Nurse at Lower Plenty Veterinary Clinic!

This is a hands-on nursing role where you will be assisting with pre-medicating patients, catheter placement, blood draws, intubation, and all the surgical preparation to enable the vet to perform surgery.
We manage all invoicing, recoveries and cleaning- allowing us to make the most of our vet's time.
We are an efficient and experienced nursing team who manage to perform multiple surgeries daily, typically between 8-14 a day.
Our surgical Vets love working with our nurses as we provide them with great support, whilst also utilizing our nursing capabilities to the highest standard.

We are looking for someone happy to be a surgical nurse but also jump into reception and nurse consultations if needed.

If you are looking for somewhere to use your nursing skills daily, Lower Plenty is the clinic for you.


What you can expect:

  • Receive support and mentorship.
  • Remuneration package with regular reviews.
  • No after hours, Sundays or Public Holidays,
  • Shared rotating Saturday roster.
  • Professional development resources.
  • Opportunity for internal career advancement.

Some of the Perks

  • Paid parental leave.
  • Significant Team member, family & pet discounts across Petstock Group & Woolworth's reward programs
  • Access to the Petstock Group's Employee Assistance Program (Health & wellbeing support).


If you would like to have a confidential conversation about a career at Petstock Vet/ Our Vet contact Vanessa, Recruitment Coordinator on Or 0448 172 697


Petstock Vet/Our Vet has established itself as an industry leader with a focus on delivering innovative patient care whilst providing a work environment where our team are valued for the experience & skill set, they bring.

Our diversity makes us better...we are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves.

  • Full-time

Veterinary Nurse – Hobart Vets Pty Ltd - Hobart and Kingston

Hobart Animal Hospital and Channel Highway Animal Hospital are a professional, dedicated and co-operative team caring for our patients and their families with empathy, compassion and respect.  

We love what we do and now have the opportunity to welcome an additional vet nurse to our team who will work across both sites.  The position available can be permanent part time or full time. 

Remuneration is in line with the Animal Care and Veterinary Services Award 2010.  We are looking for vet nurses with at least 1 - 2 years of in-clinic experience and preferably someone who is comfortable monitoring anaesthetics. However we are willing to accept those without experience if they show a willingness to learn and an aptitude for teamwork in a fast paced environment. 

Benefits include

  • No After Hours, On-Call or Sunday Rosters
  • An equal share of Saturdays. (With a half day off during the same week if full time)
  • Working at both locations
  • Onsite Free Parking at our Channel Practice
  • Above Award Wages
  • Monthly Rostered Paid Day’s Off  (Full-Time Staff Only)
  • Professional Development Allowance for continued learning

Expressions of interest for Full Time or Part Time welcome. 

If you are ready for a positive change and a good work life balance, we welcome you to get in touch with a resume and cover letter. 

Applications close Saturday 25th May. 

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Avantara Lincoln Park

Vet Nurse

RSPCA QueenslandWacol, Brisbane QLD
  • $29 hourly
  • Full-time

RSPCA Queensland is a non-government, community-based charity dedicated to improving the lives of domestic, farmed, and native animals in Queensland. Our mission statement is simple but powerful: Together We Change Lives.

 

RSPCA Queensland has Domestic Hospitals located in Wacol, Dakabin, and Toowoomba, as well as clinics in Noosa and Cairns providing care to over 17,000 domestic animals every year. 

 

About the role

The Wacol Domestic Hospital operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  This role will best suit those who thrive in a fast-paced environment with a varied case load. Domestic patients are admitted to the hospital via members of the public, RSPCA animal ambulances, Community Outreach program, Inspectorate and internal transfers from regional shelters. Your role will require you to work as part of a dynamic team within the veterinary clinic and surgery.

 

  • Work as part of a dedicated team of people committed to animal welfare.
  • Provide both medical and surgical nursing care to animals in the care of RSPCA Qld.
  • Perform routine laboratory and pathology tests.
  • Assist Veterinarians in handling and treating of animals.
  • Administer routine veterinary treatments and medications.
  • Triage incoming animals.
  • Assist with basic Veterinary Reception duties such as data entry, booking appointments and maintaining up to date and accurate patient records.
  • Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the hospital is always maintained.
  • Attend RSPCA events including Community activation days and fundraising days. 

 

Who are we looking for? 

  • A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (or recognised overseas equivalent).
  • Previous surgical nursing, emergency, and critical care experience with companion animals.
  • Required 3+ years' experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well & multi-task under pressure in a high-volume, busy hospital environment.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written).
  • Excellent relationship building skills within your team and across departments.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, including high attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks within a busy work schedule.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.
  • Genuine interest in animal welfare and the objectives of RSPCA Qld.
  • Ability to perform physical duties including manual handling, and an ability to handle a minimum weight of 10 kilos.

 

This is a part-time position, working 24hrs minimum per week, based at our Wacol Animal Care Campus with opportunities to work across other RSPCA Queensland shelters as the need arises. This position will involve a mix of day and evening shifts with regular weekend work required. Remuneration is as per the RSPCA Qld Enterprise Agreement for Veterinary Staff (Certificate IV qualified or equivalent) with a starting pay rate of $28.57 per hour plus superannuation. 

 

Benefits and culture

  • We offer a flexible working environment.
  • Health & Lifestyle benefits – Access to Lifeworks EAP, 6 weeks paid or 12 weeks half-paid Parental leave, Companion Animal leave, Study leave, Volunteer leave and other leave options.
  • Free on-site parking, free animal adoption options, branded uniforms, discounts to the onsite World for Pets store and on-site café, free pet vaccines, 40% off Royal Canin pet food and much more!
  • Salary packaging and novated lease arrangements on offer with our provider, Salary Packaging Australia.
  • Access to a range of learning and development opportunities that will benefit and support you in your role.
  • Countless opportunities to interact with the animals in our care.
  • Be a part of a purpose driven organisation where the work you do really does have an impact on the welfare of animals.

 

How to apply

Please follow the application instructions, including a copy of your resume and cover letter outlining the following:

  • Please provide a brief summary of your clinical nursing experience.

 

Please note: Due to Queensland Health regulations, it is a requirement that candidates possess a recognised Certificate IV in Vet Nursing to be eligible to apply for this role.

 

Equity

We are an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive hiring process. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, identity, or experience, to join our diverse team.

Avantara Lincoln Park

Vet Nurse/Vet Tech

Nicklin Way Vet SurgeryWarana, Sunshine Coast QLD
  • $29 to $32 hourly
  • Full-time

Maternity Leave Epidemic Hits Nicklin Way Vet! Help Needed!

Part-time & Casual Qualified & Experienced Vet Nurses/Tech Required.

Come and join the best vet and nursing team on the Sunshine Coast!  We’ve had an epidemic of maternity leave and need experienced and qualified Vet Nurses or Vet Techs for casual and permanent part-time positions. 

Located on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, only 400m from the beach. We have a purpose-built facility and have heavily invested in top of the range equipment to diagnose and treat small animals. Some of the equipment and services we provide include digital radiography including dental x-ray, ultrasound, bronchoscopy, endoscopy and rhinoscopy, orthopaedic surgery, chemotherapy, reproductive services, dentistry, and an in-house lab with state-of-the-art IDEXX machines.

To complement our equipment, we are Smartflow equipped and have the best nursing and veterinary team on the Sunshine Coast.  The surgery is open 7 days a week and there is no after-hours work unless you would like to assist the occasional emergency Caesarean.  We live by our values and deliver gold-standard care.

Check us out on our website, Facebook or Instagram pages www.nicklinwayvet.com.au 

About You:

  • Minimum 2 years nursing/tech experience in a busy general practice. Experience is essential.
  • Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and/or BAppSc (Veterinary Technology) degree or equivalent is essential
  • Excellent communication skills 
  • Be able to communicate effectively in extreme situations with empathy and calmness 
  • Ability to multitask under pressure 
  • Problem solving skills and proactive mindset 
  • Attention to detail 
  • Compassionate and empathetic person 
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team 

What you’ll be doing each day

  • Delivering professional and dedicated gold standard care to our patients and owners
  • Placing IV catheters, IV fluids preparation and setup, taking blood and running diagnostics, assisting in digital radiography and ultrasonography, plus much more.
  • Managing the surgery room and equipment with the guidance and support of the Hospital Manager.
  • Monitoring surgery from pre-surgery through to the procedure, then to wake and discharge.
  • Monitoring patients in-house, following medication or surgical treatments and making sure each patient is comfortable.
  • Being involved with evidence-based diagnoses, therapies, and treatments alongside the treating veterinarian. 
  • Providing follow-up care and education to our pet owners during nurse consults
  • Helping to train other nurses and the wider support team
  • Having a great laugh during the day.

Desirable Attributes 

  • Previous experience in a busy GP practice
  • Sound medical and surgical knowledge base inclusive of terminology 
  • Knowledge of Ezyvet, Smartflow, and IDEXX laboratory machines ideal but not essential

What We Can Offer You

  • Casual or permanent part-time position (PPT is 4 days a week with 1 in 6 weekends rostered on)
  • Above Award wages
  • Continuing education and training
  • Dedicated in-house trainer
  • Purpose built clinic with top of the range equipment
  • Supportive and dedicated vet team, management and owners

If this sounds like the job for you please send your CV with a cover letter via Seek - use the button below.

 

  • Full-time

Are you a passionate and experienced Head Vet Nurse seeking a unique opportunity to shine?        

Kogarah Veterinary Surgery is looking for a Full-time Head Vet Nurse to join our fast-paced, thriving team. If you hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and are ready to lead our team of Vet Nurses this role is tailor-made for you.      

Kogarah Veterinary Clinic is the most popular veterinary hospital in the South of Sydney, we are the buzz of the community on social media as the place to take your animal, because we are caring, compassionate and committed to providing the best veterinary care to our patients. Our clinic facility consists of 4 consult rooms, 2 surgical theatre rooms, 2 integrated in-house pathology systems, iM3 dental X-ray and more…      

What we are looking for:   

  • Strong and proven interpersonal skills to effectively manage and communicate with the team, utilising their strengths and motivators whilst supporting each team member individually.
  • Ability to create/manage rosters in a fair and productive way, considering team preferences/personal circumstances. Daily managing of absenteeism.
  • Possess a versatile aptitude for multitasking, from nurse consulting, assisting vets in surgery, delegating and/or mentoring staff and customer enquiries.
  • Closely working with the Practice Manager and Lead Vets to meet the mission and values of the Kogarah clinic.
  • Positive can do attitude

What's in it for you      

  • Full-Time opportunity working 5 days a week
  • Supportive and Collaborative Team: Join our well-rounded veterinary and nursing team, fostering an environment conducive to your professional growth.   
  • Assess to Vetpartners training centre and opportunity to attend workshops to further skills   
  • A focus on recognition, celebration of success' and individualised career development plans   
  • The Mental Health, Wellbeing & Employee Assistance Program eg Access to Assure   
  • Various discounts eg SpecSavers, access to Medibank Corporate Health Cover and staff discounts
  • Paid Parental and Return to work bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Fitness Passport   

Finally      

If you're the "Rockstar" Head Vet Nurse we're searching for, take centre stage in your career journey and apply today!      

VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now'  

Avantara Lincoln Park

Trainee Veterinary nurse

Ermington Veterinary SurgeryErmington, Sydney NSW
  • $24 to $29 hourly
  • Full-time

To assist in the running of a veterinary clinic , tasks will include 

  • Assisting veterinarians in surgery 
  • Monitoring of surgical procedures 
  • Cleaning and hygiene of veterinary equipment 
  • Monitoring of patients post surgery 
  • Attend to incoming telephone calls 
  • Other tasks directly relating to veterinary work 
Avantara Lincoln Park

Animal Attendant

Yeerongpilly, Brisbane QLD
  • $20 to $30 hourly
  • Full-time

Doggy Day Care Animal Attendant

We are seeking a motivated, energetic dog-loving individual to join our amazing team who is prepared to supervise dogs, clean and serve customers.

The individual must have experience in the dog industry eg. Doggy day care, Kennels, grooming salons or veterinary clinics.

 

Avantara Lincoln Park

Casual Veterinary Nurse | VetWest

VetPartnersCarine, Perth WA
  • Full-time

Casual Veterinary Nurse

Our north of the river hospitals are looking for experienced motivated individuals to provide support to our nursing team so they can have some well-deserved time off. Our hospitals have a large surgical and medical caseload so the successful applicant would be one who thrives working in a fast-paced environment.

Our Vet Nurses cover all aspects of veterinary nursing, from assisting with a wide surgical case load, blood sampling and in-house pathology, cannula placement, to animal handling. There is also a component of reception duties including answering client enquiries over the phone, updating patient records, making appointments and discharge of patients.

About Us

Vetwest Animal Hospitals are a leading and highly regarded multi-vet company. Across our 16 locations, Vetwest Animal Hospitals are committed to providing excellence in veterinary care. Our aim is to provide a healthier and happy life for pets with an emphasis on high standards of care and continuing education.

Our hospitals provide a great working environment which is busy, stimulating and well managed.  They offer:

  • Several consulting rooms, dog and cat wards, an isolation ward and surgical theatres.
  • Digital Radiology, Ultrasonography, IDEXX in house Pathology and Blood Gas, IM3 Dental machine, Dental X-ray.
  • BM5 or Surgivet patient monitoring machines.
  • Our veterinarian team offers a strong surgical and medical case load.
  • Great teams of vets and nurses.

About You

Essential:

  • Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or the equivalent.
  • Registered with the VSBWA.
  • A minimum of 2 years experience in a veterinary nursing role.

The successful applicant will possess the ability to:

  • Work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
  • Remain calm and react quickly in stressful and emergency situations.
  • Display a high degree of empathy and understanding towards the needs of the patients, the clients and the veterinary health care team.

The Benefits

  • Salary is above award and will be dependent on the experience you bring to the role.
  • Continued training and education to assist you in the role.
  • Generous staff discount policy.

VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please submit your resume to [email protected] or contact 1800 VET JOB.