Veterinary Nurse (Surgery)

The small animal surgery referral service offers specialty services in both soft tissue and oncologic surgeryand orthopaedic and neurosurgery. Our full range of facilities and state of the art surgical equipment coupled with integrated support from specialist level care in anaesthesia 24h intensive care internal medicine advanced diagnostic imaging and excellent nursing standards enable us to manage the most complex surgical challenges and ensure that our patients receive a very high standard of care across all aspects of surgical management. You would be joining a team of 7 veterinary nurses the service is open to clientele 08:00 -18:00 Weekdays.

Your New Role!

The key purpose of this role is to provide high quality veterinary nursing care to animals in The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University.

Your Key responsibilities will include

• Providing all aspects of veterinary nursing care as per the Certificate IV of Veterinary Nursing and the Prescribed Duties of Veterinary Nurses within the Vet Surgeons Act of WA.
• Oversee patient care in the patient wards and during and after procedures.
• Communicate with and respond to enquiries from veterinary hospital clients referring veterinarians and general public by various means such as SMS; telephone; email.
• Instruct students in correct methods of instrument and drape preparation; surgical site preparation; aseptic techniques and monitor the application and maintenance of those techniques.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (12 Months) Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $73342 - $80403 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index 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:

• Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement effective July 2026
• 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)

Selection Criteria:

Essential

• Completion of a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent or completion of a relevant Veterinary Nursing Diploma level qualification registrable in Western Australia.
• Demonstrated confidence and skill when handling and restraining small animals.
• Excellent organisational time and workload management skills including the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
• Highly effective communication customer service and interpersonal skills and the demonstrated ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative assume responsibility for tasks and projects and to resolve problems.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as fitting seamlessly into a team environment.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a veterinary teaching hospital environment.
• Experience in specialist surgical nursing practices.
• Experience with computer systems used in veterinary practices in particular eZYVET and Vet Radar software.
• Experience in training undergraduate students in the workplace.
• Experience and knowledge in the use and care of specialist surgical equipment.

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.

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see theApplicant Guidefor more information. 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.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Brooke Reeves Surgery Coordinator and quote JR104784 as the reference.

Applications Close on 23rd January 2026 (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.