Enrolled or Qualified Cert IV Veterinary Nurse
Full time or Part time
RSPCA ACT Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Cert IV enrolled or qualified veterinary nurse to join our team. Each day varies and duties include surgical and medical nursing, client education, and administration.
We are looking for a candidate that is a team player, who is self-motivated, adaptable, has excellent time-management and communication skills, and thrives in a busy, supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Consult Support - Assist veterinarians with incoming animal health assessments
* Foster Care Assistance - Assist veterinarians with foster carer consultations and provision of treatments
* Community & Public Clinic Assistance - Assist veterinarians with public desexing clinics
* Medication management - Preparation of medications and communication of treatment plans
* Workflow Coordination - Assist with clinic appointment calendar and surgery schedules
* Document Control - Document all relevant health, treatment and behaviour information
* Pathology Procedures - Perform and record pathology procedures
* Surgery preparation - prepare for surgery and monitor anaesthesia
* Clinic Hygiene Maintenance
RSPCA ACT offers :
* Access to independent Employee Assistance Program
* Retail & veterinary care discounts
* A happy supportive team.
* Support to continue professional development.
* An environment to share your passion for animal welfare.
* An interesting mix of consulting, clinical, and surgical nursing opportunities.
What RSPCA ACT are looking for:
* Appropriate qualifications, either currently enrolled or qualified in Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or recognised equivalent.
* Ideally 2+ years vet nursing experience
* Excellent animal handling skills.
* A great work ethic & team player.
* A passion for animal welfare.
* A passion for fostering great customer relations.
* Experience in not-for-profit would be an advantage.
* Experience with wildlife would be an advantage.
* Physical and mental fitness is imperative! Working with animals in a shelter environment is physical work and can be mentally demanding.
Salary and conditions are in line with the Animal Care and Veterinary Services Award 2020, Level 3 - 4, depending on experience and qualifications. The role may include working 1 in 4 Saturdays and an on-call roster for Public Holidays with appropriate allowances.
To Apply:
Please send your current resume, cover letter addressing the following criteria to **********@rspca-act.org.au :
Selection Criteria:
* Describe your experience working in a veterinary clinic.
* Demonstrate your ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Demonstrate and give an example of your knowledge in low-stress handling techniques.
* Demonstrate your experience in client education and identifying customer needs.
It is essential that you provide your written responses to the selection criteria to be considered for the role.
If you are looking for a role that is more than just a job, please email your application or enquiries to: **********@rspca-act.org.au