Job Description

Animal Referral and Emergency Centre – Broadmeadow NSW

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AREC are excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated nurse to join our Ophthalmology Service and be part of a highly skilled, team-oriented referral team.

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About Us:

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AREC is a privately owned, ASAV-accredited referral and emergency hospital providing advanced surgical, emergency and critical care services. Our nursing team plays a central role in peri-operative care, anaesthesia, patient monitoring, and recovery, working closely within a multidisciplinary environment.

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Our mission is to provide peace of mind - for both pet owners in the Hunter region and referring veterinary clinics – through compassionate, reliable, and high-quality referral and after-hours care.

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The Role:

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We are seeking a veterinary nurse to support the delivery of specialist ophthalmology services at AREC. The ophthalmology service operates two days per week (Wednesday, Thursday), providing both consulting and surgical ophthalmology care.

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This role offers variety across customer service, clinical nursing, anaesthesia and surgical support, and is well suited to nurses with an interest in referral-level ophthalmology and specialist practice.

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You will work closely with the Ophthalmology service and the wider AREC team to deliver exceptional patient care and a positive client experience.

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Your Duties & Responsibilities:

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Customer Service

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- Assist with outpatient consultations including patient restraint and client education
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- Manage medical records, invoicing, payments and patient discharges
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- Communicate clearly, professionally and compassionately with clients
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Clinical Nursing

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- Provide high quality nursing care for ophthalmology patients
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- Dispense and administer medications as prescribed
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- Perform pathology testing and assist with diagnostic procedures
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- Undertake animal husbandry duties to ensure patient comfort and wellbeing
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Anaesthetic and Surgical Nursing

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- Assist with development of anaesthetic plans and provide advanced anaesthetic monitoring
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- Prepare patients, equipment and surgical theatres for ophthalmic procedures
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- Provide surgical assistance during ophthalmology surgeries
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- Monitor and support patients during recovery
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- Maintain surgical equipment and ensure theatre cleanliness and readiness
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Professional Collaboration

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- Work collaboratively within the Ophthalmology service and broader referral team
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- Demonstrate initiative and a willingness to learn ophthalmology-specific skills
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- Maintain flexibility to support scheduled referral service days
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- Work collaboratively with other referral departments, including Surgery, Rehab, and Emergency and Critical Care, to ensure comprehensive patient care
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- Engage with the Customer Service Team to facilitate smooth client communication and support
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Your Skills & Experience:

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- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent recognised qualification)
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- Current membership or eligibility for membership with the Veterinary Nurses Council of Australia or a similar professional body
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- Experience in veterinary nursing, with exposure to or a strong interest in referral and specialist practice
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- Experience or interest in anaesthesia, critical care and patient monitoring
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- Well developed time management and prioritisation skills, with the ability to adapt in fast paced clinical settings
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- Strong communication and collaboration skills when working as part of a multidisciplinary team, including specialist veterinarians and referring clinics
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- Sound organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases, with guidance and support from senior team members when required
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- A genuine passion for delivering high quality clinical care and providing an excellent experience for clients and patients
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AREC can offer:

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- On the job training within a referral environment
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- Opportunities for skill development across surgery, emergency and critical care
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- Continuing Education Allowance and access to employer-funded benefits including memberships and registrations to professional organisations for eligible employees
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- Competitive remuneration
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- Paid attendance at compulsory staff meetings
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- An engaged and committed leadership team that encourages growth and recognises positive contributions and feedback from the team
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- Employee Assistance Program and Wellness Committee
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- A modern workplace with in-house pathology and advanced imaging
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Contact:

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Sally Groen – **@arecvet.com.au

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AREC foster diversity and inclusion within the organization to create an environment where all individuals are valued and included.

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Note: All short-listed applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment check to verify their identity, qualifications and experience in the form of a reference check.

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Learn more about us:

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View our videos and photos via the below links:

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Living in Newcastle; Working at AREC - https://youtu.be/XsdS9nr9AW8

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3IKiRts3VI

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Animal Referral and Emergency Centre (kookaburravets.com)

📌 Ophthalmology Nurse (New South Wales)
🏢 Animal Referral and Emergency Centre
📍 New South Wales