4d ago , from AWQLD Animal Welfare League QueenslandNFP | Permanent Part-time | Animal Care & Veterinary Services Award Level 4, $*****At AWLQ, we're committed to creating a brighter future for animals in need and keeping pets and people together by providing lifesaving support and resources to people in need with companion animals.About the roleAnimal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) is seeking a compassionate and experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our Willawong and Bracken Ridge (Warra) Animal Rehoming Centre in a part-time role.If you're an experienced Vet Nurse who is passionate about making a genuine difference in animals' lives and enjoys supporting and guiding a team to achieve positive outcomes, we would love to hear from you.You'll become part of a dedicated and caring qualified team, united by a shared commitment to giving animals the best possible chance through veterinary treatment, fostering, and adoption.
Willawong is a busy and rewarding location where many animals rely on AWLQ's care and expertise.
Working closely with our veterinary team, you'll help ensure the smooth and efficient flow of animals through the clinic so they can move forward to their forever homes.This role also offers the opportunity to support AWLQ's community outreach projects across the Brisbane region, helping extend care, education, and positive outcomes beyond our centre and into the wider community.You'll liaise daily with a range of staff, departments, and foster carers, so strong communication, teamwork, and multitasking skills are essential.
If you're looking for a role where your skills, empathy, and leadership truly matter, this could be the perfect fit.Key ResponsibilitiesConsult Support:Support veterinarians with routine health examinations and medical casesFoster Care Assistance:Assist veterinarians with foster carer consultationsNursing Support: Assist in radiography, surgical procedures, and monitor patient anaesthesia and post-operative procedures.




In-house and external pathology procedures.
Prepare medications as requiredInpatient Care: Nurse hospitalised animals, monitor clinical signs and communicate with the teamCommunication:Liaise clearly and professionally with staff, volunteers, foster carers, and the community to ensure smooth operations and positive outcomesOrganisation Pro:Prepare and implement surgery and consult schedulesPatient files:Data entry of health, treatment and behaviour informationProcesses:Compliance with AWLQ policy and procedure, in addition to compliance with state and federal legislationEquipment Maintenance:Scheduling and management of veterinary equipmentStock controland ordering suppliesWhat are the minimum requirements for this position?
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or recognised equivalentIdeally 3+ years' vet nursing experienceExcellent animal handling skills, experience with anxious animals in the clinic environmentExperience in a busy, fast-paced work environmentPrevious experience in a shelter/rescue environment will be highly regardedTo be successful in this role, you will have:Strong Interpersonal and Communication SkillsAbility to manage your own time effectively and be respectful of the time of othersCompletes tasks thoroughly with strongattention to detail within deadlinesVersatility, flexibility and positivityWhy should you join us?
At AWLQ, we offer competitive pay and benefits, including access to an independent Employee Assistance Program, retail discounts, and vet discounts.
Most importantly, every day you'll play an instrumental role in our lifesaving work.Our mission is to unleash the potential in every team, and we know that teams perform best when they have passion.
We are committed to building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do meaningful work and is recognised for their efforts.EquityDiversity and inclusion are the principles guiding how we build our teams, cultivate our leaders and build a culture of belonging where differences are valued.
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📌 Veterinary Nurse - Rehoming (Brisbane)
🏢 AWQLD Animal Welfare League Queensland
📍 Brisbane