Twilight Veterinary Care Assistant

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Vet Record Careers Full time

Join to apply for the Twilight Veterinary Care Assistant role at Vet Record Careers.

Overview

To work collaboratively with Veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses in delivering high-quality nursing care, ensuring the wellbeing of all patients within our multidisciplinary referral hospital. This Twilight position requires commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and hospital hygiene during late hours (4 pm to 1 am).

Responsibilities
  • Provide basic inpatient care and monitor patient wellbeing
  • Restock supplies and uphold hospital hygiene standards
  • Assist Veterinary Surgeons and Nurses with patient restraint
  • Administer basic massage and physiotherapy techniques as directed
  • Conduct a range of in-house laboratory tests
  • Support maintenance of ward equipment and resources
  • Collaborate effectively with the clinical team to ensure smooth operations during twilight hours
Role requirements
  • While qualifications in Animal Care and prior experience are preferred, substantial experience in animal handling and husbandry will also be considered favourably.
  • Demonstrate dedication to professional and ethical standards.
  • Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, with a compassionate and empathetic approach to your work.
  • Strong team player with confident and effective communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills are essential.
  • Effective time management, self-motivation, proactivity, and the ability to use initiative are important.
Working pattern

You will work 4pm until 1am Tuesday to Friday, with one in four Saturday evenings (4 pm - 1 am). If working a Saturday the following Tuesday is not worked.

Why join us?

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to providing outstanding care to animals and exceptional service to their owners. As one of the largest and most trusted veterinary groups, we pride ourselves on our high standards of veterinary care, innovation, and dedication to continuous improvement. We boast an exceptional team of esteemed specialists across a range of disciplines. Additionally, our dedicated rehabilitation team offers physiotherapy and hydrotherapy to support post-operative recovery. We are always focused on ensuring the care and comfort of our patients.

Facilities and scope

SCVS is a specialist-led small animal hospital with the expertise and resources to handle the most complex cases. As a large multidisciplinary referral hospital, we boast impressive facilities and cutting-edge equipment, allowing us to deliver exceptional care from the initial consultation through to patient discharge. Conveniently located in Ringwood, Hampshire, just off the A31, we are ideally positioned for our clients. Our recent expansion features a newly purpose-built theatre complex, a two-storey facility with an expansive client reception and waiting area, 10 additional consulting rooms, and a new rehabilitation centre. And we\'re not stopping there—future enhancements include a new diagnostic suite, an ICU area, and more.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

  • 6.6 weeks annual leave
  • Additional annual leave for your birthday which will be added to your holiday allowance
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
  • Non-accidental injury support
  • Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100\'s of retailers
  • Pension scheme
  • Discounted staff pet care
Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Other
Industry
  • Veterinary
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