Veterinary Nurse/Vet Tech

Due to continued growth of our varied and interesting caseload (our specialist surgery and medicine teams have expanded), The Austin Vet Specialists is looking for Veterinary Nurses to join our nursing team.

We are proud of our highly stable, high-performing team, meaning this is a rare opening Don't miss this unique opportunity to advance your career with us (do exciting things AND earn good remuneration).

At The Austin, every day is different and you will have a wide variety of interesting cases. You will be doing AMAZING things that you never thought you could

Full TRAINING and SUPPORT of experienced staff will be provided.

You will be guided by our Specialty Manager Yvette, Urgent Care Manager Kirsty and Training Officer Alfred as well as our welcoming and supportive nursing team.

Are you interested but not sure (yet)?

Come for a non-binding tour – we'd love to show you around Or better yet, bring your scrubs and do a trial day (four hours) to find out if this is the right step for you.

We encourage applications from veterinary nurses with prior referral/specialist experience as well as nurses wanting to progress their career by moving into the referral/specialist setting but are unsure where to start. Mostly we encourage applications from people who want to progress their nursing career, love a laugh and care deeply about their patients. So if you'd like to take the next step in your career within a caring and supportive team – get in touch

The role

Daily duties include inpatient care, pre and post operative care, emergency and critical nursing, admit/discharge of patients, induction/monitoring of anaesthesia and sedation, as well as maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice including ward areas and equipment. You will always be working with several other people in the team, as well as numerous nurses in the other departments for support. Additionally, you will receive support and guidance from our dedicated Training Officer to ease your induction and further your growth.

In short, you will do AMAZING nursing things. Come and take your career to the next level

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and expertise:

• Certificate IV Vet Nursing qualification or holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
• Minimum of 1 years experience
• Desire to grow professionally and undertake further training
• Knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
• Willingness to participate in rotating roster (Mon-Sun) including night shifts
• Possess initiative and a positive mindset

What's in it for you?

• We'll invest in your learning journey, from Nursing Diplomas to specialised training opportunities ensuring a fulfilling and enriching career.
• Being a specialist centre, expect ambitious standards and awesomeness but also expect a lot of happiness and fulfillment from your job.
• bring your dog to work – we have a dedicated pooch lounge for our team

Our purpose-built veterinary specialist centre in Mile End, Adelaide is designed around the idea of "working together" and is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. We are an independent centre and therefore we have the freedom and flexibility to do things our way (for example: we named our centre after our cat).

Three permanent roles are available, including full-time and part-time. Because we provide excellent vet care, we believe in providing excellent remuneration packages that truly reflect your skills and knowledge.

Financial loading ($33-40/hr onwards with night and weekend loading up to 200%) and other incentives apply providing an attractive salary which will grow with you as you develop your career.

Application process

Please note that applications will close as soon as the position is filled so submit your application promptly.

Please send your CV and cover letter to Xander Huizing at Be sure to include:

• your reason for applying and what attracted you to The Austin.
• your career goals and relevant prior experience.

All applications will be treated confidentially, but please make sure you include contactable referees.

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