Veterinary Nurse, Cranbourne

About us:

The Lost Dogs’ Home is one of Australia’s largest animal shelters. Our shelter veterinary team prides itself on providing a high standard of care to the thousands of lost and abandoned pets who make their way to us each year.

Our tight-knit Cranbourne Shelter Veterinary team are seeking an experienced vet nurse to join the team. We are ideally looking for a Full time nurse, however, are willing to be flexible to consider Part Time. We are looking for a nurse who shares our vision of promoting responsible pet ownership and who is committed towards providing the best care to animals. You will be supported by a fantastic, highly skilled nursing team, as well as supportive colleagues and mentors.

What we can offer you:

• Fantastic career development and opportunities to gain skills in shelter medicine
• Monday – Friday role, no weekend work!
• Opportunity to work in collaboration with our specialised behaviour team
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Access to our foster care program
• A compassionate, supportive and proud work environment

Typical responsibilities include:

• Caring for hospitalised animals, surgical preparation and monitoring anaesthesia
• Identifying, treating & reporting animals that are ill or have behavioural problems
• Triage of incoming shelter animals and providing initial health assessment

You will have:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
• 2+ years’ experience as a Veterinary Nurse (desirable)
• Exceptional animal handling skills and knowledge of animal behaviour
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments
• Passion for animal care and an advocate for best practice

If you believe you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your. application ensuring you have attached a cover letter & resume. We are happy to provide more information on request, please email recruitment@dogshome.com

If you would like to learn more about The Lost Dogs’ Home visit us at https://dogshome.com/
  
The successful applicant will be required to complete satisfactory background screening checks.
  
The Lost Dogs' Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Only candidates with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.