ABOUT US
A South Australia where every pet has a loving home is Animal Welfare League of South Australia Inc. (AWL) vision and this is achieved through valuing the lives of people and pets and encouraging a community that values the human-animal bond for mutual wellbeing and enrichment.
As a not-for-profit organisation AWL operates as the state's largest animal shelter with more than 7,000 incoming animals a year. Our purpose is to re-home lost, surrendered, and abandoned animals with our staff committed to our mission of connecting pets, people and community.
ABOUT THE ROLE
All animals that come into AWL are given the best possible care, treatment, and opportunity to find a loving home.
As a member of the Veterinary Team, the Veterinary Nurses are responsible for maintaining a standard of care and expertise that contributes to the effective running of the Veterinary Clinic. This will include undertaking a range of duties including but not limited to:
- Preparing the clinic for daily surgeries.
- Assist veterinarians with consultations, examinations and treatments in the Shelters.
- Nursing hospitalised animals including neonatal patients, wound management, supplementary feeding and exercising.
- Check animals post operatively during recovery and before leaving the premises at end of each shift.
- Dispensing medication and ensuring correct application and administration of medications under veterinary direction.
- Maintaining a high level of customer service including booking appointments and answering telephone and emails enquiries.
- Providing employees, foster carers and clients with general health and nutritional advice.
- Ensuring accurate recording of medications administered, animal records and surgery records.
- Ensuring hygiene and cleanliness of the clinic at industry standard levels including cleaning of cages; sterilizing all surgical equipment, packs and drapes; and disposing of surgical waste correctly.
- Maintain stock control in conjunction with procurement team.
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ABOUT YOU
We are looking for veterinary nurses that thrive in a fast-paced, varied environment and support our vision of A South Australia where every pet has a loving home.
We welcome applications from those who are seeking full time or part time work.
We are looking for individuals who possess the following:
All Level 2 and Level 3 Veterinary Roles
- Knowledge and experience working with companion animals in a clinical setting.
- Compassion for and an interest in animal welfare and care.
- A commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
- Proven relationship management skills and ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent animal health and behaviour knowledge.
- Well developed understanding of infection prevention and control practices.
- Sound administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and record keeping, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively within and across teams to achieve individual and team KPIs.
- Ability to assist with assessments for re-homing.
- High level of professionalism and ability to following policies, procedures and directions.
At AWL our Level 3 roles must have:
Please note, your salary is dependent on your qualification level. If you hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, you will be assigned to classification Level 3. |
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Some flexibility with working hours will be required. This includes working across a fourteen (14) day roster including public holidays and weekends.
- Additional hours may be required to meet business needs.
- Ability to work across any AWL site or location.
- A current driver’s licence is desirable.
- Applicants must be functionally assessed to ensure physical ability to complete the physical demands of the position.
- Satisfactory National Police Clearance Certificate / National Police Check (NPC) at commencement of employment and periodically at the request of AWL.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU!
Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
Discounted pet boarding, adoptions and cremation services in accordance with AWL policy.
20% discount on retail products from the AWL Pet Shop.
Work in a positive and supportive environment.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
If you are passionate about connecting pets, people, and community, we want to hear from you!
Applications for this position must be accompanied by a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Please specify on your cover letter if you are seeking full time or part time work. Also, include a resume with two (2) current referees and their email addresses. Head to SEEK to apply now!
Applications are to be addressed to the General Manager, Animal Operations.
For enquiries about the position, please contact Catherine Purvis at Catherine.Purvis@awl.org.au or call 0427 505 475.
