Veterinary Nurse Assistant

**Job Reference**:
**2412VNACAR**

**Location**:
**Carrara, Gold Coast**

**Work Type**:
**Part Time (Permanent)**
**Are you looking to jump into the animal care industry? If you've always loved being around animals, then this may be the perfect role for you**:
**About Us**
Animal Emergency Australia (AEA) is a network of independent emergency hospitals, general practices, veterinary support, and educational services across Australia. At our core, AEA exists to help veterinary professionals do and be their best. We invest in our team members’ work-life balance, career progression, and personal development, empowering them to excel in the field of veterinary medicine while making a meaningful impact on the lives of animals.

**AES Carrara** is at the forefront of emergency and critical care in Australia, known for delivering gold-standard patient care. Our clinic is always buzzing with exciting and unique cases, offering an energetic and fast-paced environment for our team to grow and shine.

**About the Role**
Our Veterinary Nurse Assistant team members are trained to help support the Nursing staff, giving you an introduction into the world of emergency and critical care. Your main tasks are supporting the nursing team and assisting with laboratory tests, animal restraint and outpatient care.

**About You**
- Passionate about gold-standard animal care
- Studying Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
- Strong work ethic (happy to chip in and support the team)
- Flexibility to work 40 hours per fortnight (must be available nights, weekends, public holiday as we are an after hours clinic)

**Paws & Perks**
- Australia’s largest employee-owned veterinary group
- Fitness passport
- Pet well-being discount on treatments up to 70% off
- Pet well-being discount on products up to 50% off
- Above Award wages that reflect your experience and skills
- Dedicated wellbeing committee for our employees (Mental health first aid certifications, flu vaccinations, podcasts, etc.)
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (psychology, nutrition, sleep)
- Refer a Friend Program & Rewards (up to $2000)
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading for all permanent staff
- Further education & career planning benefits
- The opportunity to transfer across the company to fulfill your further career aspirations (We promote and recruit from within)
- Opportunities for additional training in Leadership, Specialisation and Management
- Fully stocked snack cupboards and regular food deliveries
- Work-life harmony with flexible roster structures and work arrangements
- Make a difference in the lives of Animals across Australia

**Date Listed**:
**December 20, 2024