• Casual Position
• Melbourne Zoo based
• Salary $40.0496/hr week days, $60.0744/hr Saturday and $80.0992/hr Sunday

Zoos Victoria operates three landmark zoos, Healesville Sanctuary, Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo. Victoria's zoos are made up of passionate, energetic and driven employees committed to fighting wildlife extinction. Every person, from the extensive range of disciplines, plays an important role in helping the organisation realise its vision to become a world leading zoo-based conservation organisation.

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced veterinary nurse to join the Veterinary team at Melbourne Zoo.

As a member of our team, the ideal candidate will be highly motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking, well organised and able to work independently and under pressure.  You will be required to assist in all aspects of zoo nursing including clinical work, laboratory work, animal husbandry and administration.

Along with experience as a veterinary nurse, your knowledge in specialist areas including anaesthesia, clinical pathology, radiography, use of diagnostic equipment, dental vet nursing. Zoo, exotic and wildlife care will be highly regarded.

You require excellent interpersonal and communication skills.  You are able to be responsive and flexible in a dynamic environment and enjoy taking the initiative when required. You will have a strong focus on safety.

Other requirements include up to date COVID 19 Vaccination status and an Employee status Working with Children Check

For more information on this role, please refer to the position description. To apply, please submit a maximum two-page cover letter, and resume by visiting zoo.org.au/hr

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Jenny Kingston, Veterinary Hospital Supervisor

Applications close COB 4th July 2022

Zoos Victoria welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, Zoos Victoria will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability, illness or injury. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hrhelpdesk@zoo.org.au and indicate your preferred method of communication (i.e. email, phone, text, National Relay Service) so we can meet your accessibility needs. 

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