Our Surgical Nurse Coordinator ➡️More Details on the Role, Benefits and Opportunities.
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Work with great clients every day
As a gold standard practice, we attract and retain amazing clients from all around the North West coast, and we’re also proud to support many wildlife patients through our Tasmania Wildlife Hospital. Our clients are caring, responsible pet parents who truly understand the importance of giving their pets the best possible care.
“The staff at Forth Vet are the kindest most passionate people.”
“They can’t help there clients enough. To me they feel like family and nothing is a trouble to them. I would never go to another vet.”
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Caring for your mental health and wellbeing
Our company is dedicated to caring for our teams mental health and wellbeing.
➡️Access to a confidential and independent Employee Assistance Program to support your wellbeing throughout the year.
➡️Plus new workspaces being designed around wellbeing and harmony - think lots of natural light, warm tones, timbers, plants, noise control.
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Positive, supportive and inclusive team culture
Work in a large private practice, alongside the owners. Know that your voice will be heard. Feedback and change for the good of the practice, the team, our clients, and our patients is valued and respected.
We understand the pressure points. We know that things change, and nothing is set in concrete, that’s why regular catchups are important too.
“We are not a team because we work together. We are a team because we respect, trust and care for each other”
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Brand new building and clinic toys
Forth Valley Vets have commenced building of a new purpose-built hospital being constructed on 73 acres of land purchased on Forth Road. The new building will include:
➡️Dedicated sterile surgical suites, individual imaging rooms for digital radiology and ultrasonography and a dental suite.
➡️Separate ICU wards for dog and cat plus a dedicated quarantine zone.
➡️Large open prep room with service towers and work-spaces overlooked by a raised nurses station. Plus six consultation rooms flow seamlessly from the plant adorned reception through to inventory and prep areas.
➡️Dedicated zones for the toys - diagnostic, surgical and medical - and space for both the business to grow and to support your own veterinary nursing passions.
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And even more bonus bits
Here’s a taste of some of the bonus bits!
➡️ Employee Pet Care discounts
➡️ Annual National Parks Pass for our wilderness lovers
➡️ Annual Gym Membership paid for
➡️ Annual CPD Allowance
➡️ Active Social Calendar after work
Local airport and the Spirit of Tasmania docks 15 minutes away. Plus our location is a gateway to some of the most beautiful places and wild spaces, including the renowned Tarkine.
Discover more about our region here
What we are seeking from a person in this role:
A keen interest in surgery and a desire to work closely with our patients throughout their journey.
An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures & monitoring anaesthesia
An ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively.
Confidence working in a business environment
A calm, friendly, team player attitude
Great communication and customer service skills
An empathetic, caring nurse that always advocates for their patient
A great sense of humour and a commitment to high standards of work
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Keep a keen eye on day-to-day workflow and assist the head nurse in ensuring the team is operating efficiently and effectively
Ability to work well autonomously and within a team environment
Policy implementation and process improvement
Coaching and mentoring across nursing teams
Collaborating with the team to ensure high standards of patient care
Enthusiasm for continuous learning and ongoing education beyond formal work commitments.
Nursing Experience and Qualifications
Required: Completed a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Required: Minimum of 2 years full-time experience as a qualified nurse
Desirable: Previous experience as a surgical nurse is highly regarded
Desirable: Diploma of Veterinary Nursing - Surgical
About the Work Conditions:
A 4 Day working week with shared Saturdays
Participation in an Afterhours Roster
Full time/part time considered for the right candidate
Annual CPD allowance
A choice to be part of our Tasmania Wildlife Hospital nursing team for clinical hands-on wildlife work.
Remuneration:
Competitive offering commensurate with experience
Contact our Practice Manager Kim for a confidential discussion 📧 kim@forthvet.com.au
