• 12 month fixed-term contract
• Part-time position (7-day shift roster at 42 hours per fortnight, 0.56 FTE)
• H0404 | $61k-$67k base salary Pro Rata (shift penalties in addition) 
• 10% employer superannuation contributions 
• Salary Packaging opportunities 
• Ref: 116426/2372A01

 

Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary School in Western Australia, and its prestigious teaching hospital provides the clinical facility that enables students to have the clinical ‘hands-on’ opportunity. It also provides a service to community through its team of top specialists who oversee the care and treatment of all animals referred to the Hospital.

The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University(TAHMU) aims to provide an environment where high professional and clinical standards, based on available scientific evidence, are tempered with genuine care and compassion.

 

The Role

The key purpose of this role is to provide high quality after hours veterinary nursing care to animals in The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University. Key responsibilities will be in the Surgery department.

 

What you’ll bring to this role

The preferred candidate will have:

• Completion of a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent, or completion of a relevant Veterinary Nursing Diploma level qualification registrable in Western Australia,
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a veterinary practice, post qualification,
• Experience in small and large animal veterinary nursing care,
• Demonstrated confidence and skill when handling and restraining small and large animals,
• Ability to work rotational shift work, including nights, weekends and public holidays as required,
• Highly effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, and the demonstrated ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation,
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative, assume responsibility for tasks and projects and to resolve problems.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further detail on the duties, skills and experience required for this role.

 

What will you receive?

You will have the opportunity to work with a high performing team of talented veterinary professionals across a broad range of disciplines (surgery, emergency and critical care, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging and primary care) who are all dedicated to delivering safe high-quality care. As we are within the university setting there is the opportunity for professional development in many areas, not just those within the veterinary profession.   At the Animal Hospital we strive to deliver practice that is sustainable to our team, as the health and wellbeing of our team is paramount.

You will be joining a talented team of veterinary professionals working at The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University. Our “one hospital” ethos means are continually striving for a strong positive culture, demonstrating empathy and understanding for each other, having shared goals, equity and delivering clinical and professional standards determined by the collective. Enjoying our roles is very important to us and we aim for environment where there is humour and inclusiveness.

 

What you’ll get in return

You will be joining a talented team working at Western Australia’s premiere animal treatment facility, The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University.

Employees of Murdoch University enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration, including 10% superannuation,
• Paid leave entitlements,
• Salary packaging options,
• Easy access onsite parking,
• Employee Assistance Program,
• On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Medical Centre, Gym and Chiropractic Clinic.

 

To Apply

Please apply by submitting the documents below:

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (found in the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)s

 

Please visit the Current Vacancies page to view the position description for this role.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

Position contact: Melanie Balcomb, Surgery Coordinator (Surgery)

 

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

 

Closing date:  15 October 2021 (9:59pm ASWT)

 

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

 

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