Advanced patient care nurse / Veterinary Technician in the VSOS Surgery Department

 

This is a truly unique role for veterinary nurses who wish to work like a vet!

 

About us

VSOS is an independently owned world-class purpose-built hospital and mobile service with a vision to deliver gold-standard veterinary medicine and surgery and provide the highest standards of patient care. We have built ourselves on the foundation of always striving to go above and beyond the expectations of our clients and primary care veterinarians. Our family of 150 happy team members will tell you that we believe our staff can achieve their fullest potential when nurtured in a caring, respectful, supportive environment.

We currently have specialists in surgery, internal medicine, anaesthesia, diagnostic imaging as well as emergency and critical care, and the VSOS nurses and support staff are the best in the business!   Our ER and ICU operates 24 hours and the cutting-edge operating rooms are fully equipped with fluoroscopy, an interventional radiology space, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and more. The VSOS imaging suite is equipped with ultrasound, MRI, CT, and mobile digital x-ray.

 

The role

You would work alongside and be challenged by a talented team of specialists, residents,

interns and highly qualified nurses across all disciplines.

Our talented team of surgery nurses are responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the surgical service. The team of advanced patient care nurses run their own appointment schedule and assist with a wide variety of cases, from admission through to recovery. You would be one of a team of nurses dedicated specifically to this role, working hand in hand with our surgical interns. You would ensure outpatient services are delivered effectively and efficiently.

Your job will involve assisting the vets manage the patients from intake, to discharge and follow-up care.  You would provide support, direction and training to other nurses working in outpatient areas.

 

Responsibilities include

• Admission and discharges of surgical patients
• Conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures (surgical rechecks and radiographs)
• Reviewing care plans and records, maintaining patient records, billing of procedures
• Completing pathology tests, and diagnostic imaging
• Bandaging and dressing changes
• Clinical updates to owners 

The role would be well suited to a nurse who also has an interest in scrubbing into surgical procedures, assisting surgeons in major operations, along with the desire to take their anaesthesia skills to the next level. Training will be provided by anaesthetists and specialist surgeons.

• This is a full-time role, but you need to be somewhat open to the long days and flexible rosters of a specialist hospital. Set overnight shifts are not expected however the role may include occasional on-call coverage which is shared amongst the nurses.
• A part time position would be considered for the right applicant.

Opportunities for leadership development and further training is encouraged and provided.

 

What our ideal candidate has to offer

• A desire to work closely with our patients throughout their entire VSOS journey, and build a rapport with their fabulous owners.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills together with endless patience
• Confidence in discussing medications including side effects and administration techniques
• You are self-motivated to be continually improving with the goal of team success and can fit in with our extended VSOS family
• You thrive in a busy fast paced dynamic environment
• You will have the meticulous attention to detail required to meet the practice's high standard of nursing, record keeping, customer service, and cleanliness
• Ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively, highly organised and a forward planner
• An innovative problem solver with an ability to work autonomously
• Strong work ethic, resilient, and adaptable
• Completed formal qualifications in Veterinary Nursing
• A formal Bachelor of Veterinary Technology would be highly regarded
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in general practice (or 2 years in specialist practice)
• Knowledge of EzyVet and SmartFlow a plus

 

Please visit www.VSOS.com.au

How to apply: Email your CV and cover letter

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity.

It’s an exciting time to join us, and we need great people

 

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