Veterinary Nurse Assistant | Part-time position - Late Shift 4pm/5pm to 2am
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Are you passionate about animal care and eager to contribute to a leading veterinary facility? The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse Assistant to join our dynamic team.
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About Us
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The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) is a state-of-the-art facility committed to providing the highest quality veterinary care to companion animals. Our Canberra branch is well-equipped with advanced medical technologies and staffed by a team of skilled professionals dedicated to improving the lives of pets through exceptional healthcare.
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Duties will include
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- Assist veterinary nurses and veterinarians as required
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- Monitor and care for hospitalized patients (under the guidance of the ECC team)
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- Administer medications as directed by the ECC team
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- Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of hospital facilities
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- Handle and restrain animals with care and compassion
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- Animal cage cleaning and re-setting, cleaning patient bowls etc.
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- Walking,
feeding and offering water to patients under nurse instruction
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- Restocking disposables (needles, syringes etc) and pharmacy (medication)
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- Maintaining cleanliness of hospital areas throughout the day/evening as required, including floors in treatment, ICU and ward spaces
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- Daily laundry upkeep
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The Perks
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- Diverse range of cases to quick-track your experience within the animal care industry
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- Access to advanced veterinary technologies
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- Amazing team culture (our team has been hand-picked for their personality, as well as their skills and experience)
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- Competitive salary with discounts on veterinary services and pet products
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About you
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- Completed or currently enrolled in Cert IV in Vet Nursing, Associate Degree of Vet Nursing or Bachelor's Degree of Vet Nursing
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- Previous experience in the animal care industry highly desirable
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- Adaptable and enthusiastic
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- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
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- Ability to handle animals with gentleness and confidence
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