Description:
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UQ VETS
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Part-time (30%), permanent position
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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
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team at UQ Vets' Animal Hospital. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional care and support to animals in the Emergency and Intensive Care Unit. This role requires the ability to thrive in high-pressure situations, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Shift work, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is required to ensure round-the-clock patient care. A passion for animal welfare and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Provide skilled support to a large veterinary team, including specialists, and contribute to patient care in ICU, isolation, and hospital wards.
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Assist with radiography, CT, scintigraphy, and MRI procedures, and perform diagnostic clinical pathology techniques.
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Maintain and clean technical equipment, ensuring proper care and adherence to SOPs.
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Offer administrative support, assist with reception duties, and help manage pharmacy inventory using practice management software.
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Provide clinical training and teaching support for veterinary students.
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Deliver high-level customer service to clients, students, staff, and external parties.
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 benefits and rewards are available, such as:
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Free parking and intercampus bus
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On campus childcare, medical clinic, and post office
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26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
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17% superannuation contributions
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17.5% annual leave loading
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25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services
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Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility
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Volunteer in our community garden
About You
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Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing, Bachelor of Applied Science (Veterinary Technology), Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, or equivalent combination of education/training and at least 2 years of nursing experience.
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Proven ability to maintain high standards of professional veterinary nursing across all areas of practice.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively.
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Demonstrated ability to work independently, use initiative, and adapt to changing demands.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and students.
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Strong understanding of ethical principles and practices in veterinary nursing.
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Knowledge of policies related to workplace health and safety, employment equity, and anti-discrimination.
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An effective team player who fosters positive working relationships within a team environment.
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Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed to professional growth.
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Ongoing commitment to professional development and excellence in veterinary nursing.
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Interest in contributing to the clinical training of veterinary and veterinary technology students.
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Willingness to participate in professional service activities, such as VNCA, RSPCA, PetPEP, or AVA.
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Possess or the ability to apply for a radiation license.
In addition, the following mandatory requirements apply:
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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.
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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:
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Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
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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-48302). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for March 13th 2025.