Hi, we're the VicVet Emergency & Referral Team,

VicVet offers multidisciplinary veterinary services under one integrated banner, delivering Primary Care, Emergency & Referral services to Melbourne's northern growth corridor.

Our purpose-built hospital is growing, and we're looking for enthusiastic Animal Attendants who are passionate about animal welfare and take pride in maintaining an exceptional hospital setting.

Animal Attendants are an integral part of our team. While you won't be providing clinical nursing care, your work directly contributes to patient wellbeing, infection control and the smooth operation of our hospital.

Why Join VicVet?

Collaboration

We're committed to a team-oriented, supportive workplace where every team member plays an important role in delivering exceptional patient care. Our veterinarians, nurses, receptionists and animal attendants work together every day to ensure our patients receive the highest standard of care.

Flexible Casual Employment

This is a casual position offering a variety of shifts across weekdays, evenings, weekends and public holidays to support our 24/7 hospital.

Wellbeing

We believe looking after our team is just as important as looking after our patients. Our hospital offers:

- On-site staff accommodation
- Staff lounge with vending machine
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mental Health First Aid Officer
- A supportive leadership team who genuinely value every member of the hospital

About the Position We're looking for Animal Attendants who enjoy working in a rapid-paced hospital environment and understand that exceptional patient care starts with exceptional hospital standards.





This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and biosecure environment while supporting the nursing team with the day-to-day care and comfort of our patients.

You'll play a vital role in ensuring every patient has a clean, comfortable and low-stress workplace throughout their stay.

Key Responsibilities

- Maintaining hospital cleanliness to the highest infection control and biosecurity standards.
- Cleaning, disinfecting and preparing kennels, cages and feline condos for new patients.
- Feeding, watering and providing enrichment for hospitalised patients as directed.
- Walking dogs and assisting with basic patient husbandry.
- Monitoring patient comfort and reporting any concerns to the nursing team.
- Assisting nurses with patient transport and non-clinical support tasks.
- Cleaning and restocking treatment areas, wards and consulting rooms.
- Laundering hospital bedding and maintaining clean patient environments.
- Following strict cleaning protocols, disinfectant procedures and isolation requirements.
- Supporting the wider hospital team to ensure efficient daily operations.

What You'll Need to Succeed

- A genuine passion for animal welfare.
- Previous experience as an Animal Attendant,



Kennel Hand or in a veterinary or animal care environment is highly regarded but not essential.
- Excellent attention to detail and pride in maintaining exceptionally clean workspaces.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication skills and a positive, team-first attitude.
- Ability to follow protocols and maintain high standards of infection prevention and biosecurity.
- Confidence handling dogs and cats safely and compassionately.
- Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for this position.

Benefits

- Competitive hourly rates paid in accordance with the Animal Care and Veterinary Services Award, $32.18 - $40.16 based on experience.
- Generous staff discounts for your own pets.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Opportunities to progress within a growing multidisciplinary hospital.
- Supportive leadership team committed to your success.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Discounts from retail, travel, fitness and health providers.

Location Lifestyle Located in Melbourne's northern growth corridor, Whittlesea offers peaceful, semi-rural living while remaining within easy reach of the CBD. Enjoy beautiful parks, walking trails and a welcoming community, with excellent access to shopping, schools and transport.

How to Apply

Ready to become part of the VicVet team?

Apply with your resume and a cover letter outlining why you'd be a great fit.

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact:

Stefanie Zammit

Veterinary Referral Coordinator

? [email protected]

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