At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to provide exceptional care for pets in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Harbour City Veterinary Surgery, a friendly and supportive small animal practice.
- Benefits: Generous staff discounts, career growth opportunities, and access to wellness programs.
- Other info: Potential for permanent role and a collaborative workplace culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while working with a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
- Casual Veterinary Nurse
- Harbour City Veterinary Surgery | Gladstone, QLD
Harbour City Veterinary Surgery is a busy, well-established small animal practice located in coastal Central Queensland.
We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team in a casual position, working approximately 30 hours per week.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable nurse who enjoys a varied role, thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.
For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity for this position to transition into a permanent ongoing role.
About the Role
As a valued member of our nursing team, you'll be involved in all aspects of hospital and surgical nursing, including:
- Anaesthetic monitoring and patient care
- Pre and post-operative nursing
- Collecting and processing blood and urine samples using IDEXX equipment
- Dental procedures
- Radiology
- Administering medications and treatments
- Patient admissions and discharges
- Assisting with cleaning and reception duties as required
Our after-hours roster is shared across the team and supported by Vetriage, helping to filter calls and manage client bookings, ensuring a sustainable approach to on-call work.
About You
We're looking for someone who is confident, motivated and enjoys being part of a collaborative team in a busy rural clinic.
Ideally, you'll have
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or a Veterinary Technology degree
- At least 2 years' veterinary nursing experience
- Strong surgical and anaesthesia nursing skills
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
- A positive attitude and commitment to a supportive workplace culture
- A willingness to mentor and support colleagues
Don't tick every box? If you're enthusiastic, eager to learn and believe you'd be a great addition to our team, we'd still love to hear from you.
Why Join Harbour City Veterinary Surgery?
- Supportive and welcoming team environment
- Potential pathway to a permanent position
- Generous staff discounts for your own pets
- Access to discounts across retail, travel, health and fitness providers
- Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential counselling for you and your immediate family
- Career opportunities and support through the wider Apiam Animal Health network
Veterinary Nurse in Gladstone employer: Apiam Animal Health Limited
Join Hope Island Central Vet as a Clinical Lead Veterinarian and be part of an exciting new chapter in veterinary care. With a focus on community, advanced diagnostics, and a supportive work culture, you will have the unique opportunity to shape the clinic's direction while enjoying the enviable coastal lifestyle of Hope Island. Benefit from flexible working arrangements, professional development support, and the backing of Apiam Animal Health, ensuring you thrive both personally and professionally in this rewarding role.
Contact Details:
Apiam Animal Health Limited Recruitment Team
