Veterinary Surgery Nurse Assistant - Full-Time
Reporting to the Surgery Coordinator, you will work alongside our vets and nurses to deliver gold‐standard care with compassion.
About Us
Brisbane Veterinary Specialist Centre is a leader in veterinary care, offering a purpose‐built facility that provides exceptional specialist and emergency services. Our team is dedicated to delivering gold‐standard care in a supportive, compassionate, and collaborative environment. With a diverse range of services including internal medicine, surgery, oncology, and more, we work together seamlessly to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
For information about who we are and what we do, please check our website http://www.bvsc.com.au/
The Role
- Set up, clean, disinfect, pack down and maintain all surgical areas and equipment including prep, theatre, autoclave room, imaging rooms. (cleaning is the core focus of this role)
- Contribute to the upkeep of hygiene and cleanliness within the hospital treatment areas.
- Ensure the thorough cleaning, sterilisation and safe handling of surgical instruments in accordance with infection control protocols and industry standards.
- Ensure surgical areas are fully restocked and maintained to support efficient clinical operations.
- Complete tasks on the Nurse Assistant Checklist and Infection Control Checklists in a timely and proficient manner.
- Occasionally assist with patient restraint for procedures (under supervision) as required.
- Understand and adhere to BVSC's governance and WHS policies to ensure tasks are completed in accordance with BVSC's high standards of care and safety.
Working 38 hours per week over 5 days: Monday – Friday 7am – 3pm
About You
- Energetic, motivated, reliable.
- Genuine dedication to learning and further professional development.
- Must demonstrate resilience and the ability to adapt quickly to a fast‐paced, dynamic, and high‐pressure environment.
- A solid understanding of infection control, workplace health and safety principles, and safe manual handling.
- Strong time‐management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to complete the physical requirements of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
- Flexibility and a willingness to take on a variety of tasks.
- Must have Certificate II or III Animal Studies.
- Prior experience in veterinary setting is an advantage.
Why Work With Us?
At BVSC + The Animal Hospital, we value our team members and their contributions to the success of our hospital. You will be part of a culture built on our core values: Compassion, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, and Innovation.
How to Apply
BVSC is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. If this role sounds like you, please apply online by sending your resume.
Location
Level 2, Building A, The Park Estate, 5 Talavera Road, Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
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