Internal Medicine Vet Nurse - ARH Essendon

Part-time Small Animal Internal Medicine Nurse | Animal Referral Hospital – Essendon Fields, VIC

• Minimum Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing
• Part Time, minimum 20 hours a week (days/hours negotiable) 
• No weekends

About Us

The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) Essendon Fields is a 24 hour-a-day/7 days-a-week hospital with a dedicated team working across ECC, Internal Medicine and Surgery. We aim to provide a responsive and comprehensive specialist and emergency service to veterinarians, their clients and their pets.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our Internal Medicine team, working alongside three Internal Medicine Specialists and four Specialist Nurses. This role offers a dynamic and supportive environment with ongoing training, a comprehensive orientation and opportunities for professional growth.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
• 3 - 4 years of experience, ideally within a specialist/referral practice
• A strong interest in Small Animal Internal Medicine
• Foundational knowledge of medical conditions and diseases
• Proficiency in anaesthetic monitoring
• Willingness to assist with chemotherapy administration, CT scans, and MRI procedures (training provided)
• Excellent animal handling and restraint skills
• Confidence in client communication, including discussing patient conditions, discussing costs/estimates, and anaesthetic risks
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
• Familiarity with RxWorks and Smart Flow (highly regarded, but not essential)

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled nurse to further develop their expertise in a collaborative and stimulating environment. You will be exposed to a diverse and challenging caseload, with an emphasis on utilising your full nursing capabilities as part of a team-based care approach.

Our Internal Medicine team is supportive, approachable, and committed to fostering ongoing learning and development. Our state-of-the -art technologies include MRI, CT, digital radiography, ultrasound, a dedicated chemotherapy suite, and fluoroscopy, to name a few.

Additional Opportunities

Traineeship or internship opportunities may be considered for the right candidate that demonstrates strong potential and enthusiasm for the role.

Remuneration & Benefits

Salary is commensurate with experience. Ongoing professional development and training are actively encouraged and supported.

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