Veterinary Nurse
Published | October 31, 2024 |
Expires | November 14, 2024 |
Location | Emerald, QLD, Australia |
Category | Veterinary Nurse |
Job Type | Full-time |
Salary | $24 – $30 per hour |
Description
Looking for your DREAM VET NURSING job? We are on the hunt for a new nurse superstar to join our team! With a diverse role across 3 of our locations, the position has hands on responsibilities running consults, overseeing hospital operations, assisting in surgery and assisting at our new large animal hospital. Cert II or IV qualifications (or equivalent experience) will be highly regarded. This opportunity offers an attractive remuneration package and a supportive work/life roster. The position is full-time (attractive 4 day week) and a 1 in 4 weekend shift. It is fast-paced, high pressure but highly rewarding, working amongst one of the best and most supportive teams in the industry.
Responsibilities will include
- Overseeing hospital and day patient treatments and procedures.
- Surgery patient care (including anaesthetic monitoring).
- Blood sampling, catheterisation and in-house diagnostic testing.
- Consult nurse duties including client education, assisting the veterinarians with consults and billing.
- All basic veterinary nurse duties including cleaning, surgical instrument sterilisation, upholding WHS protocols and patient handling.
- Assisting with reception duties, including taking phone calls, greeting and discharging patients/clients and payment handling.
Work Hours & Remuneration
- Hours between 8am and 5.15pm weekdays
- Saturday rotation roster (usually 1 in 4 weekend rotation) from 8.30am till 2pm
- Above award rate with negotiable terms to suit the best candidate!
- Continued education allowance
Essential Selection Criteria
- A genuine love for animals and outstanding animal handling practices
- Strong ability to work in a cohesive team environment as well as independently
- Exceptional work ethic and ability to show initiative
- Quick learning skills and ability to work effectively in emergency/high pressure situations
- A high priority approach to patient and client care/customer service
- Great verbal and written communication skills
- Good skills with computer software including MS Office
- Effective time management and organisational skills
Desired Selection Criteria
- Previous experience with veterinary specific systems including RXWorks and Smartflow software systems
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in small or mixed animal practice
- Certificate II or IV in Veterinary nursing (or similar qualification)
The Clinic
With a strong client and patient network, Maraboon Animal Health (MAH) is a family friendly animal service, with 2 vet clinics (Blackwater and Emerald), a Pet Resort and a new Large Animal Hospital and Equine Breeding Faciltiy. We administer outstanding veterinary care and animal services to the Central Highlands area. Based in the Emerald, this practice prides itself on providing the best veterinary care and education to its clients and customers. The main mixed animal service is a 5 Veterinarian practice with a very high regard for its Veterinary Nurse team. With a high focus on mentoring and training its employees, low staff turnover and a strong team work ethic, MAH is a highly sought after place of employment. We have state-of-the-art facilities with modern equipment and sleek design and 2 new trucks for the Large Animal Service.
About Emerald
Located about 3 hours west of Rockhampton, Emerald is a large rural town with a population of about 12,000. Emerald is renowned for its mining and agricultural resources. With a couple of shopping centres, cinema, lots of community events, Emerald is a family friendly township. It also has close proximity to Lake Maraboon, Carnarvon Gorge, and Gemfields region and the beach (only 3.5 hours away). Emerald doesn’t seem as rural as it sounds. With a community of friendly people, many sporting and recreational opportunities and a high number of community events, the Central Highlands is a fantastic place to live.
To apply
The strongest candidate will receive an above award pay rate and other employee benefits can be negotiated.
Applications for local residents will only be accepted in person at the clinic with a cover letter and resume. Other applications outside the area are encouraged to forward their application to:
Alliza Marino
Practice Managers
Maraboon Veterinary Surgery
61 Hospital Road
P.O. Box 2316
Emerald, QLD, 4720
OR
Or email: manager@maraboonvet.com.au
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