Job Description

ARH Brisbane - Surgery Nurse (Fixed-Term 12-Month Maternity Leave Cover)

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Are you a Veterinary Nurse looking for your next challenge and have a passion for surgery? Join ARH Brisbane's agile surgical team on a full‐time 12‐month maternity leave contract.

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About ARH Brisbane

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ARH Brisbane is one of the most respected emergency and specialist veterinary hospitals in Brisbane. We provide 24‐hour emergency and critical care, a wide range of specialist services, and the highest standard of nursing and patient care.

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Qualifications and Experience

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- Wants to further a career in veterinary nursing
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- Has completed a Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or a Vet Tech Degree
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- At least three years of nursing experience within a busy GP clinic
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- Experience within a referral hospital is ideal
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- Passion for surgery
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- Enthusiastic, honest, with high standards and attention to detail
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- Ability to work in a fast‐paced environment, both independently and as part of a team
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- Exceptional time‐management and organisational skills
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- Knowledge of Rx Works / Smart Flow is highly regarded (not essential)
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Key Duties and Responsibilities

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- Surgery patient treatments and care
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- Patient recovery and monitoring
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- IV catheter placement and fluid therapy
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- Blood collection and in‐house laboratory use
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- Cleaning and autoclaving of surgical instruments and specialised equipment
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- Specialist surgical and theatre nursing
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- Anaesthesia
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- Radiology, including CT and MRI imaging
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What We Offer

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- Opportunity to work closely with Surgery Specialists, Senior Registrars, Residents, and Interns
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- Work alongside two veterinary anaesthetists with support from an experienced surgical nursing team
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- Ongoing training and encouragement to grow surgical and anaesthesia skills, including financial support for further education
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- Above award remuneration
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- Discounts on Royal Canin products for your pet
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- Employer focused on well‐being with access to an EAP programme
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To apply, please submit your application via the provided link.

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📌 Surgery Vet Nurse - ARH Brisbane (Fixed-Term Maternity Leave Cover) (Queensland)
🏢 Greencross Vet Hospital
📍 Queensland