Experienced Veterinary Nurse – Permanent Part-time Position Available
Our Practice:
For over 50 years, Penrith Veterinary Hospital has been caring for Penrith’s pets and their owners. Our experienced veterinarians and dedicated nursing team are committed to delivering high-quality veterinary care in a friendly, comprehensive, and affordable environment. With a team of 9 experienced veterinarians supported by almost 20 veterinary nurses, no two days are the same in our busy and dynamic hospital.
We are currently seeking a passionate and outgoing veterinary nurse to join our team on a part-time basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Animal care, handling, and hospital treatments.
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Maintaining hospital hygiene and cleanliness of surgical areas and equipment.
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Assisting with anaesthetics, surgery, and patient monitoring.
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Pre- and post-operative patient care.
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General nursing, blood collection and laboratory sample processing.
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Reception duties, delivering excellent care to patients and owners.
About You:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
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Minimum 2 years of previous clinical experience as a Veterinary Nurse.
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Available to work 2x days per week (Wednesday and Friday).
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The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent customer service and communications skills.
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An enthusiastic, friendly, caring, and hardworking attitude.
What we offer:
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Fantastic hourly rate on offer, depending on experience
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We’ll help you transition seamlessly into our team with ongoing training and development opportunities.
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Great Place to Work Certified!
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Paid Parental Leave & Purrental Leave – we celebrate all families—furry ones included!
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Access to an online learning portal for your professional growth (VC Learning Academy)
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Employee Wellness Programs
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National Support Network: As part of the Vets Central Network, you’ll connect with like-minded professionals across the country.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you!
