Equine Veterinary Nurse
Equine Veterinary Nurse
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Job Description
Equine Veterinary Nurse
Position Number:
Location: Werribee Campus
Role type: Parttime 0.8 FTE); Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/School: Melbourne Veterinary School
Salary: UOM 3 $66527 $73453 p.a. (pro rata for parttime) plus 17 super
- Deliver equine nursing support focusing on imaging lameness investigation and clinical efficiency.
- Work with a dedicated team on advanced equine care at a leading veterinary centre.
- Apply now to shape the future of veterinary education and lead a dynamic team supporting student success
In line with the 2024 Enterprise Agreement clause 1.15.5 & 1.15.6.2 the University is committed to growing the number of Continuing jobs and to increase the proportion of Continuing employment FTE in comparison to FixedTerm or Casual employment. As part of this shared objective all continuing vacancies will be advertised internally for a minimum of five working days to allow for current staff at the University to apply and be considered ahead of external recruitment.
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Your next career opportunity
As an Equine Veterinary Nurse at the University of Melbournes Werribee campus youll play a vital role in supporting highlevel lameness and imaging services. Youll gain invaluable experience in equine clinical procedures research imaging and patient care while working alongside veterinarians and researchers. This role offers you the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic environment contributing to innovative equine health advancements.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Provide Veterinary Nursing Support: Assist in delivering highlevel lameness and imaging services ensuring efficient patient care and nursing assistance to veterinarians and researchers.
- Assist with Imaging Activities: Support diagnostic imaging procedures under the guidance of imaging technicians adhering to safety protocols and best practices.
- Maintain Clinical Standards: Ensure timely stock management equipment functionality and adherence to infection control standards.
- Support Patient Care: Assist with clinical procedures maintain accurate patient records and ensure proper animal husbandry within the Equine Centre.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a skilled veterinary nurse with equine handling experience possessing excellent organisational and communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fastpaced clinical environment.
You may also:
- Have completed a relevant Certificate III in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Possess proven veterinary nursing experience particularly with equine patients.
- Demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to balance competing demands effectively.
- Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise professionally with diverse stakeholders.
- Show proficiency in maintaining accurate patient records and correspondence.
- Be able to work flexibly including participating in outofhours oncall work and rotating rosters.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and wellbeing
- Progressive considerate leave provisions to empower your worklife balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and wellbeing services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training plus a 25 discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!
For more information check out our benefits page!
Your New Team Melbourne Veterinary School
The Melbourne Veterinary School is a highly ranked veterinary school with a proud tradition of excellence in research education and leadership. It sits within the Faculty of Science in Australias #1 ranked University. The School is a central component of the Faculty of Sciences which has an outstanding international reputation for excellence and innovation in research curriculum development and for links within industry policy makers other research institutes and the wider community.
The University of Melbourne Equine Centre Werribee provides state of the art care to horses of all shapes and sizes. Cases are referred to us from all over Victoria and interstate to be examined and treated by veterinary specialists.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a childsafe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued respected and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity ethnicity sexual orientation disability age being a parent or having caring responsibilities.
The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrierfree and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements please feel free to contact Kim Groizardor send an email titled Reasonable Adjustments to . You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.au/careers
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians with unprecedented investment to attract nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information including ourIndigenous strategy please visit https://about.unimelb.au/reconciliation/murmukdjerring
If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at .
Working at the University what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesnt have a valid Working with Children Check they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you Apply today! Including the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies please go to http://about.unimelb.au/careers/selectioncriteria
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please feel free to contact Anna Gradoboeva via email at ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description:
Equine Veterinary Nurse PD (Accessible Word Document).docx
Equine Veterinary Nurse PD.pdf
Advertised: AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: AUS Eastern Standard Time
Employment Type
Full Time
