Join Australia's largest employee-owned veterinary group
Fitness Passport (discounted gym memberships)
From $*/hr + Penalties + Super
Join Australia's largest employee-owned veterinary group
Fitness Passport (discounted gym memberships)
Animal Emergency Service (AES) Canberra are seeking an experienced Senior Veterinary Nurse to join our rapid-paced after-hours emergency hospital. This is a hands-on clinical leadership role suited to an experienced ECC nurse ready to step into greater responsibility and career progression, whilst still remaining involved in clinical shifts.
The Senior Veterinary Nurse combines advanced clinical nursing with shift leadership, team mentorship and operational support. They supervise hospital operations during shifts, support critical care cases, guide nursing staff and contribute to maintaining high clinical and cultural standards. As this is an after-hours emergency hospital, availability for nights, weekends and public holidays is essential.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support the nursing team during shifts
Operate autonomously with complex emergency and critical care cases
Assist with workflow coordination and shift management
Demonstrating flexibility and a team first mindset across both clinical and administrative shifts
Contribute to policy, training and continuous improvement initiatives
Promote positive team culture and AES Core Values
About You
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
Minimum 3+ years' nursing experience with leadership exposure
Solid ECC skills and confidence in critical care
Excellent communication and teamwork
Resilient, adaptable and solutions-focused
What We Offer
Permanent part time role working minimum 60 hrs/fortnight
Starting rate from $* per hour + Super + penalty rates
Australia's largest employee-owned veterinary group
Fitness passport
Pet wellbeing discount on treatments and products
Dedicated wellbeing committee for our employees (Mental health first aid certifications, flu vaccinations, podcasts, etc.)
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (psychology, nutrition, sleep)
The opportunity to transfer across the company to fulfill your further career aspirations (we love to promote from within!)
Fully stocked snack cupboards and regular food deliveries
Genuine leadership pathways within Australia's largest employee-owned veterinary group!
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