Veterinary Nurse (Large Animal)
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
About The Team
Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary School in Western Australia and its prestigious teaching hospital provides the clinical facility that enables students to have the clinical hands-on opportunity. It also provides a service to community through its team of top specialists who oversee the care and treatment of all animals referred to the Hospital.
The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University (TAHMU) aims to provide an environment where high professional and clinical standards based on available scientific evidence are tempered with genuine care and compassion.
Your New Role!
You will be providing high quality veterinary nursing care to animals in The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University.
Your Key responsibilities will include
- Clinical Support: Provide nursing care for large animal patients assist with procedures and surgeries and triage cases to ensure timely treatment
- Operational Oversight: Maintain infection control manage equipment and stock ensure compliance with regulations and keep accurate records
- Training and Communication: Supervise students in clinical techniques and communicate effectively with clients veterinarians and hospital staff
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term (12 Months) Full Time or Part Time (pro rata) attracts a remuneration of $71904.00 $78826.00 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:
- Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 4% increase!
- Flexible work arrangements
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
- Your most recent resume (CV)
What youll bring to the role:
- Certificate IV or Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (registrable in WA) with minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in veterinary practice
- Confident in handling and restraining large animals with strong knowledge of diagnostic and surgical equipment sterilisation and aseptic techniques
- Experience managing all aspects of Large Animal Reception and supporting clinical workflows effectively.
- Proven ability to work independently and in teams take initiative and adapt to rotating shifts
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to clients and colleagues
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Mikaela Deetman Nurse Supervisor and quote JR104375 as the reference.
Applications Close on 14 November 2025 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Key Skills
- Veterinary Experience
- Animal Care
- Veterinary Assistant
- Veterinary Technician Experience
- Animal Handling
- Animal Restraint
- Experience Administering Injections
- Library Services
- Ventilator
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Medication Administration
About Company
Murdoch was the second university established in Perth, Western Australia and has achieved a five-star rating for overall satisfaction, inclusiveness and employability by the QS Stars Assessment 2024, placing it among some of the leading universities in the world.
