Veterinary Nurse- Anaesthesia (uq)
Job posting number: #205057 (Ref:R-48285)
Job Description
Part-time (30%), permanent position
Base salary will be in the range $74,534.32 - $79,026.19 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 4)
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About This Opportunity
This role is perfect for an experienced and passionate veterinary nurse or technician looking to advance their career in anaesthesia within a dynamic, collaborative, and teaching-focused environment. You'll work alongside specialists, residents, and students, providing high-level anaesthesia support across a variety of species, from routine procedures to complex, high-risk cases.
Key responsibilities will include:
Supervise and instruct veterinary and veterinary technician students in clinical anaesthesia, including patient examination, preparation, monitoring, recovery, and safe restraint techniques.
Manage, maintain, and ensure the proper use of anaesthesia-related equipment in both small animal and equine hospitals, including cleaning, repairs, and stock management.
Assist in the preparation of animals for surgical and medical procedures, ensuring correct setup and safe handling of patients before sedation and anaesthesia.
Work closely with veterinarians, veterinary specialists, and support staff to ensure seamless patient treatment and care across various hospital areas, including ICU, radiography, CT, and general wards.
Assess, monitor, and provide high-quality care for patients in ICU, isolation, and hospital wards, maintaining excellent husbandry standards.
Provide administrative assistance, reception duties, and use practice management software for clinic operations, inventory management, and business processes.
Adhere to and contribute to the review of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for nursing, ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety, ethical standards, and regulations.
Support the clinical training and teaching of veterinary and veterinary technology students, providing hands-on guidance and professional mentorship.
Deliver a high level of customer service to clinic clients, students, staff, and external stakeholders, ensuring professional communication and patient care coordination.
As a 24-hour operation, your take-home salary will be dependent on your specific roster, including loadings of 50% for weekend shifts, 25% for night shifts, and 15% for afternoon shifts.
Afternoon shifts are shifts commencing at or after midday and finishing at or before midnight, Night Shift are shifts extending beyond midnight and finishing at or before 6AM. Further details will be discussed throughout the interview process, or feel free to reach out via the contact details below.
About UQ VETS
A career at UQ VETS means making a difference to not only the lives of the people and animals in your care, but also the next generation of vets and vet technicians. At UQ VETS, we offer the opportunity to build a dynamic career through structured development programs and access to industry leaders.
Instead of solely concentrating on meeting caseload benchmarks or revenue targets, your priorities lie in creating an impact, establishing a lasting impression on the field, and conducting work that brings about positive changes in the lives of animals.
In particular, the UQ VETS Small Animal Hospital values every animal and offers unrivalled medical, surgical and diagnostic services for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, small mammals and fish at our world-class veterinary hospital in Gatton. You can take a virtual tour of our Small Animal Hospital here.
As part of the largest university in the state, you’ll be part of a culture where excellence is at our core, contributions are valued, and a range of
On campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office
26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
17% superannuation contributions
17.5% annual leave loading
25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services
Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility
Volunteer in our community garden
About You
Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Applied Science (Veterinary Technology), or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, with at least 2 years of nursing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven ability to maintain high professional standards in all areas of veterinary nursing.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to work flexibly, take initiative, and operate autonomously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and manage professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and students.
Understanding of ethical principles and best practices in veterinary nursing, along with workplace policies, including health and safety, employment equity, and anti-discrimination.
Effective team player who fosters positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
Interest in supporting the clinical training of veterinary and veterinary technology students.
Willingness to participate in professional service activities, such as VNCA, RSPCA, and community outreach programs.
Must possess or be able to apply for a radiation license.
In addition, the following mandatory requirements apply:
Work Rights: You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
Mandatory Immunisations: It is a condition of employment for this role that you will be required to provide evidence of immunisation against certain vaccine preventable diseases.
Questions?
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Miss Melissa Lindert at m.lindert@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
Resume
Other Information
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close March 5th 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-48285). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for March 13th 2025.