At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in small animal surgeries and provide top-notch care for furry patients.
- Company: Join the University of Sydney's Veterinary Teaching Hospital, a leader in veterinary education.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic team with access to advanced veterinary technology.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in animal care while teaching future vets.
- Qualifications: Must have a Veterinary Nursing Certificate IV and experience in a specialist environment.
The predicted salary is between 82388 - 82388 $ per year.
Full-time continuing position, contingent on the continuation of external funding.
Located on the Camperdown Campus at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney (UVTHS).
Exciting opportunity to provide best practice veterinary care and student teaching as part of the Small Animal Surgery team, within a multi-discipline specialty hospital.
Base Salary HEO3 Step 1 (38 hpw) $82,388 p.a. + 17% superannuation + appropriate shift loadings.
About the opportunity
The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a qualified Veterinary Nurse for our Surgery service. Supporting the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital in providing support for clinical teaching and professional nursing assistance with clinical cases.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- assist clinicians and veterinary interns with treatments, prepare and assist with clinical procedures
- provide support for clinical teaching and professional nursing assistance with clinical cases
- clean and maintain clinical spaces
- care for and maintain instruments and equipment
- support student learning, through positive engagement with students in training
- provide overall high level of nursing care for animals in their respective service
- undertake ad-hoc projects and other activities as required
- maintain stock including ordering of consumables and procurement of supplies, and control of stock quantities
The small animal service at the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Camperdown (UVTHS) operates in:
- a small animal specialist veterinary practice
- a wide range of all medical, surgical and emergent problems
- second opinion cases
- access to advanced equipment and imaging
As well as providing gold standard patient care, UVTHS provides an invaluable teaching experience for our final year veterinary students. You will work closely with Specialists, residents and interns in all fields.
About you
- a Veterinary Nursing Certificate IV (or equivalent) and advanced veterinary nursing experience in a veterinary specialist hospital environment
- ability to communicate with academics, veterinary professionals, and veterinary students
- a passion and drive to provide teaching opportunities to students and junior staff
- ability to cope with caseloads in a busy working environment
- relevant knowledge and commitment to provide excellent surgical care and handling to our patients
- demonstrated experience with using technical and medical surgical equipment and training in anaesthesia, radiography, and drug dispensing
- demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team
- a willingness and ability to work rostered shifts, Monday to Friday
The key benefits:
- opportunity to learn and enhance your skills and experience in the unique teaching and research environment of a Veterinary Teaching hospital
- a University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fund
- yearly personal and professional development planning, including support for continuing education
- access to the employee assistance program
- access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centres
- industry-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 leave
- located on the Camperdown campus, 4 km from the city centre, in a convenient central location with ample public transport options. Staff Discount Paid parking is also available on site
- gain the recognition of working in a leading Veterinary School in an outstanding University
Work Rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your 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 Statement
At 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 apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.
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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. Recruitment Operations, Human Resources by email recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Applications Close: Sunday 04 October 2026 11:59 PM.
Veterinary Nurse – Small Animal Surgery in Sydney employer: University of Sydney
The University of Sydney is an exceptional employer, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, offering a supportive and culturally safe environment that fosters professional growth and community engagement. With generous benefits such as cultural leave, flexible working arrangements, and access to Indigenous professional development programs, employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Indigenous health education. Joining this prestigious institution means being part of a dedicated community committed to improving health outcomes and embedding First Nations perspectives into the curriculum.
