ARH Brisbane - Surgery Nurse (Fixed-Term 12-Month Maternity Leave Cover)
Are you a Vet Nurse looking for your next challenge and have a passion for surgery?
ARH is seeking an experienced and passionate Surgery Nurse to join our team on a full-time 12-month maternity leave contract.
The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) is one of the most respected emergency and specialist veterinary hospitals in Brisbane. We offer a wide range of specialist services and provide 24-hour emergency and critical care to referring Veterinarians and the public. We provide the highest standard of nursing and patient care and we are seeking a qualified veterinary nurse to join our friendly, dynamic surgical team.
The successful candidate will be someone who:
- Wants to further their career in veterinary nursing
- Has completed a Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or a Vet Tech Degree
- At least 3 years nursing experience within a busy GP clinic
- Experience within a Referral Hospital ideal
- Has a passion for surgery
- Is enthusiastic and honest
- Has high standards and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work as part of a team, and also independently
- Exceptional time management and organisational skills
- Knowledge of Rx works / Smart flow will be highly regarded (but not essential)
Duties and responsibilities include:
- Surgery patient treatments and care
- Patient recovery & monitoring
- IV catheter placement and fluid therapy
- Taking blood and using in-house lab equipment
- Cleaning and autoclaving of surgical instruments and specialised surgical equipment
- Specialist surgical and theatre nursing
Training and support will be provided on an ongoing basis, with encouragement to grow surgical and anaesthesia skills with further education, which is financially supported.
Our offer to you
- An opportunity to work closely supporting our Surgery Specialists, Senior Registrars, Residents and Interns
- Work alongside two veterinary anesthetists with support from our experienced surgical nursing team
- On-going training will be provided and further education is encouraged and supported
- Above award remuneration
- Discounts on Royal Canin Products for your pet
- An employer who is focused on well-being and providing staff access to our EAP program
If you've been wanting to elevate your career to the next level then please submit your application via the link!
Surgery Vet Nurse - ARH Brisbane (Fixed-Term Maternity Leave Cover) employer: Animal Referral and Emergency Network
At ARH Canberra, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the dedication and expertise of our ECC Veterinary Nurses. Our supportive team culture fosters professional growth through ongoing education and development opportunities, while our competitive salary and meaningful benefits ensure that you feel valued for your hard work. Located in a vibrant community, every shift offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families, making this an ideal workplace for those passionate about emergency veterinary care.
Contact Details:
Animal Referral and Emergency Network Recruitment Team
