Oncology Veterinary Nurse - Maternity Leave Contract

About the role

Animal Referral Hospital Brisbane is looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and dedicated Veterinary Nurse for its specialist oncology team, on a full-time maternity leave contract. The role suits someone who wants a hands-on nursing position with high-quality patient care, expanding beyond general practice. The hospital is part of a group of specialist and emergency veterinary hospitals offering surgery, internal medicine, neurology, surgical and medical oncology, advanced imaging and a 24/7 emergency and critical care service.

The hospital offers work-life balance: full-time specialty nurses receive an RDO fortnightly, with generally no weekend work. Animal and hospital attendants and a dedicated reception team keep the nursing team focused on patients.

Required profile

• Certificate IV in veterinary nursing and/or BAppSc (Veterinary Technology) degree or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years of nursing experience in a busy general practice, or in referral (specialist hospital) or emergency nursing
• Organised, adaptable, enthusiastic and an excellent communicator
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Required skills

• Multi-tasking and efficient work
• Consistently high quality of patient care in busy conditions
• Desirable: Diploma of Veterinary Nursing or equivalent further training
• Desirable: sound knowledge and experience of anaesthetic monitoring, oncology nursing and patient care
• Desirable: experience in an emergency and/or specialist hospital
• Desirable: knowledge of RX works, Smartflow and Idexx blood machines

What we offer

• Supportive, friendly oncology team with on-the-job training and support from senior nurses
• Support for continuing education and professional development
• Above award remuneration and yearly continued education allowance
• Discounts on Petbarn, Royal Canin and Hills products
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Applications must include a curriculum vitae and a cover letter.