Veterinary Nurse - Emergency Critical CareJoin to apply for the Veterinary Nurse - Emergency Critical Care role at University of SydneyVeterinary Nurse - Emergency Critical Care1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Veterinary Nurse - Emergency Critical Care role at University of SydneyGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.This range is provided by University of Sydney. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$76,356.00/yr - A$76,356.00/yrFull-time continuing position, contingent on the continuation of external fundingLocated on the Camperdown Campus at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney (UVTHS)Generous Relocation Allowance and Visa Sponsorship availableExciting opportunity to provide best practice veterinary care and student teaching as part of the emergency and critical care team, within a multi-discipline specialty hospitalBase Salary HEO3, Step 1 (38 hpw), $76,356 p.a. (AUD) + 17% superannuation + appropriate shift loadingsAbout the opportunityThe University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a qualified Veterinary Nurse in Emergency Critical Care to provide nursing and technical assistance with clinical and emergency cases presented to the small animal hospital.Your key responsibilities will be to:provide excellent care to critical patients within the Critical Care Unit, including monitoring/nursing care of oxygen dependant and ventilated patientsassist clinicians and veterinary student interns with treatments and emergency medical procedures, focusing on student learning and engagementparticipate in RECOVER-based CPRtriage of incoming emergency patients, assist with stabilisation and managing workflow of vets/studentsprovide support for clinical teaching and professional nursing assistance with clinical caseshandle telephone and face-to-face enquiries, as well as after-hours reception dutiesmaintain stock, including ordering of consumables, procurement of supplies, and control of stock quantitiesclean and maintain clinical spacescare for and maintain instruments and equipment.The small animal service at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney (UVTHS) offers:a dedicated 24-hour emergency and critical care servicea small animal specialist veterinary practice for the management of a wide range of medical, surgical and emergent problemsa first opinion general practicesecond opinion servicesaccess to advanced equipment and imaging.In addition to providing excellent patient care, UVTHS provides an invaluable teaching experience for our final-year veterinary students. You will work closely with Specialists, residents, and interns in a range of disciplines.To learn more about the Sydney School of Veterinary Science, click hereAbout youThe University values courage and creativity, openness and engagement, inclusion and diversity, and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned with these values and are looking for an Veterinary Nurse in Emergency Critical Care who has:a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and/or advanced veterinary nursing experience in a small animal veterinary hospital emergency environmentproficiency in general nursing skills, including placement of IV catheters, phlebotomy, performing radiographs of diagnostic quality, and anaesthesia for emergency patients (e.g. blocked cats/stitch-ups)knowledge of a large range of veterinary emergency and critical care casesdemonstrated ability to cope with emergencies and stressful situationsdemonstrated ability to work independently and as a teamthe ability to communicate with veterinary professionals and academic staff, as well as confidence in a teaching roleexperience working in a customer service environment with demonstrated high levels of care for patients and clientsa willingness and ability to work a rotating roster across weekdays, evenings, overnights, alternating weekends and public holidaysdemonstrated ability to lift animals up to 16kg and heavier animals with assistance (mechanical and/or team lifting), adhering to the University's Heavy Lifting Policyvaccination for Q Fever or willingness to be vaccinatedexperience with advanced anaesthesia will be highly regarded.The key benefits:opportunity to learn and enhance your skills and experience in the unique teaching and research environment of a Veterinary Teaching hospitala University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fundyearly personal and professional development planning, including support for continuing educationaccess to the employee assistance programaccess to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centresindustry-leading leave provisions, including generous paid parental leave entitlements (pending eligibility up to 36 weeks)5 weeks annual leave with leave loading for eligible shift workers plus additional concessional leavegenerous relocation allowance for those relocating interstate or overseaslocated on the Camperdown campus, 4 km from the city centre, in a convenient central location with ample public transport options. Parking is also available on site.gain the recognition of working in a leading Veterinary School in an outstanding University.Come 1 July 2025 the base salary (HEO3, step 1) will increase to $79,219 p.a (AUD) + 17% Superannuation + appropriate shift loadings in accordance with the University of Sydney Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026 and again by another 4% in July 2026Yearly salary reviews held up to HEO3 Step 5Work RightsVisa sponsorship is available for this position.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary steps, including the termination of your employment.Pre-employment checksYour employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary steps, including the termination of your employment.EEO StatementAt the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence, and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page or click hereFor employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Chris Masaoka, Recruitment Consultant. 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