Casual rates apply, remuneration package will be negotiated based on qualifications and experience
Vacancies available immediately!
Exciting opportunities exist for team-oriented veterinary nurses to join the friendly team at the University of Adelaide's Roseworthy Veterinary Hospital – Large Animal Unit
We are seeking suitably qualified or experienced veterinary nurses or those whom are working towards their Certificate IV in Veterinary nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, and have some large animal handling experience. Casual staff will support duty Clinicians and nurses in providing high quality care for all equine and hobby farm animal patients (goats, sheep, alpacas etc). Duties include working in the hospital setting with internal medicine specialists; monitoring and treatment of hospitalised patients including emergency triage and critical care; working with surgeons on elective and emergency procedures and providing support and assistance to primary opinion clinicians for both emergency and non-emergency consultations.
Working as part of the clinical team you would be called upon to support additional workload within the hospital as we are open 24/7. This includes nights, weekends, and public holidays.
The Roseworthy Veterinary Hospital, Large Animal Unit (RVH) is part of the School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences' clinical teaching facility which operates on a commercial basis, offering a range of first opinion and specialist veterinary services to the general public and referring veterinarians. The RVH also provides a clinical training environment for veterinary students working under the close supervision of experienced veterinarians, nurses and support staff. The RVH is situated on the University's picturesque Roseworthy Campus, approximately 9km from the township of Gawler and on the doorstep of the world-renowned Barossa Valley wine region.
These positions suit enthusiastic, team-oriented people with a passion for delivering the highest standards of service and care. You need to be able to work in high pressure situations, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the flexibility to work afterhours. We also encourage applications from nurses who are currently employed in companion animal nursing roles with large animal experience.
To be successful you will need:
More information about our School can be found in the following links:
https: // www. adelaide.edu.au/vet/horses
https: // set.adelaide.edu.au/animal-veterinary-sciences/
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For further information
For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:
Casey Hogan
Practice Manager
P: +61 (0) 8313 2604
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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.