Surgery Nurse - Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre (MVSC)
* Contract
Experienced Veterinary Surgery Nurse
The Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre is seeking a Full Time Surgical Nurse on a 12-month maternity leave contract.
* Full time 12-month maternity leave contract
* Based at our Glen Waverley clinic
* Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent is essential
* Minimum of 3 years Nursing experience required
Our surgery department has a wide array of interesting cases, including soft tissue, orthopaedic, and neurological.
Are you an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the challenges that come with high-performance anaesthesia?
Are you ready to stretch yourself to the next clinical level and progress in your career alongside a friendly, fun, and professional surgical team?
Our surgery department is seeking a surgery nurse to provide high-quality patient care and assist our specialists as required. The position requires a high level of quality nursing skills and experience coupled with the ability to work within a fast-paced environment. The surgery nurse will also communicate closely with clients, referring veterinarians, and internal departments, providing outstanding client services and communication.
Listed below are some of the responsibilities:
* Assisting with diagnostic procedures
* Pre-operative processes
* Assist with setting up of theatre
* Provision of surgical assistance
* Assist with anaesthesia & analgesia
* Manage and maintain central sterile supply
* Assist with monitoring procedures
* Assist with the management of post-operative care
* Assist with administration and maintenance tasks
This role would be ideal for a fully qualified Veterinary Nurse with experience working in a specialist centre or a busy emergency department environment, is highly motivated, and can multi-task.
We provide a supportive, friendly, and fun team environment combined with ongoing training in advanced surgical nursing skills. Access to Health and Wellness programs, Employee Assistance Program, and other employee benefits.
Apply today! This is a rare opportunity to pursue the next step in your veterinary nursing, complete the diploma of surgical nursing, or just embark on a new and exciting journey in your career!
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