Surgical Veterinary Nurse – Full Time – North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre | Sydney
North Shore Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre is a boutique 24/7 referral hospital located in the heart of Sydney, providing advanced specialist and emergency care for our patients.
We believe our people matter so we are committed to creating a supportive, positive workplace where our team can thrive while delivering outstanding care to patients and their families.
We are looking for a passionate and experienced Surgical Veterinary Nurse to join our growing Surgery team on a full‐time basis (part‐time considered for the right candidate).
Our Surgery department works closely with our Emergency and Internal Medicine teams and includes a VTS Anaesthesia Nurse, specialty‐trained perioperative nurses and rotating interns, creating a highly collaborative and supportive environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a nurse who thrives in a fast‐paced referral setting, enjoys hands‐on surgical nursing, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.
What's on offer:
* Weekday and weekend shifts, with some public holidays required
* On‐going training and development through online training courses, face‐to‐face workshops and dedicated vet nurse programs
* Opportunity to develop advanced surgical and anaesthesia skills
* Work in a supportive specialist hospital with a collaborative nursing team
* Employee referral bonus's
* Staff discounts, including Health and Wellbeing benefits
About the Role
* Assisting with a wide range of specialist surgical procedures
* Preparing and monitoring patients for anaesthesia and recovery
* Assisting with CT, radiography and diagnostic procedures
* Providing high‐quality pre‐ and post‐operative patient care
* Communicating with clinicians and other departments to coordinate patient care
* Supporting clients with clear communication and compassionate care
About You
* Strong surgical nursing skills and patient care experience
* Works well both independently and as part of a team
* Highly organized with excellent time management
* Professionalism, empathy and great communication
* Experience with anaesthesia monitoring and care of critical patients
* Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technician degree
* Minimum 4 years' experience in veterinary nursing
* Previous referral or specialist surgical experience is desirable but not essential.
Interested?
Apply now or contact Steph De Almeida for a confidential discussion: steph.dealinha@vet.partners
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