Expressions of Interest - Veterinary Nurse - Emergency

Are you ready to elevate your veterinary nursing career to new heights? The Regional Emergency Clinic at Totally Vets Feilding is offering an exceptional opportunity for experienced Veterinary Nurses! We are in search of passionate and skilled professionals who strive to make a significant impact in the lives of companion animals. If you're excited by the challenges of a fast-paced environment and eager to demonstrate your expertise in emergency care, this is the perfect role for you!

Join our dynamic team and embrace the chance to refine your skills while working alongside highly skilled colleagues, caring for critically ill patients during weekends and public holidays. This is not just another veterinary nursing position—it’s the chance to be part of something truly remarkable.

This role requires working every Sunday, alternating between 2:30 pm to 10 pm shift and 7 pm to 7 am shift.

We seek an experienced veterinary nurse with a certificate or higher, who possesses the following attributes:

- Ideally, 3+ years of practical experience in companion animal general practice or emergency clinics.

- A high level of empathy when addressing clients' and patients' needs.

- Proficiency in emergency anaesthesia and surgical procedures.

- Outstanding communication skills and excellent time management.

- Availability to cover regular weekend shifts, including some public holidays.

- Confidence in working independently.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Conducting phone triage, managing client communication, and handling diary bookings.

- Assisting with urgent and emergency consultations.

- Performing emergency anaesthesia and surgical procedures.

- Monitoring ICU patients.

- Conducting diagnostics and blood sampling.

- Taking radiographs.

- Administering medications.

- Providing overnight care for patients.

In return, we offer you:

- Access to a modern, well-equipped veterinary facility.

- Strong support from experienced colleagues.

- A rewarding and sometimes challenging caseload.

- Quarterly team continuing professional development (CPD) sessions.

- Competitive remuneration rates $34-37

Seize this opportunity to make a real difference—apply today!

For more information about the role, please contact:

Kylie Yates

Vet Nurse Team Leader

Kylie.yates@tvg.co.nz