Animal Referral Centre (ARC) is a private independently owned and operated animal referral practice established in 2016. We have two modern and amazing Auckland sites – Freemans Bay, Auckland city and Albany, North Shore.We operate a 24 hour / 7-day week operation for emergency medicine. We also have specialists in small animal surgery, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, oncology, and critical care. Hydrotherapy and dermatology are available at ARC North.We have all the equipment you would expect in a modern referral veterinary hospital including full in-house laboratory suite with Radiometer, multiparameter patient monitors, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, underwater treadmill, mechanical ventilation, on-site CT and MRI, along with dedicated cat and dog receptions, consulting rooms and wards.ARC VALUESOur values guide our decisions and make our organization successful.We are one team.We do right by our patients.We value growth.We take ownership.We make referrals easy.We employ clever, like-minded people who love animals, their people and delivering an excellent, well-rounded service.Why work for us?You will have the opportunity to provide outstanding patient care and use your nursing skills – we expect our nurses to perform triage, place IV catheters, take blood samples, take radiographs, etc.We have a cohesive, friendly work environment and encourage collaboration between our specialist and emergency teams.We invest in your development and have motivated, experienced nurses and teachers to help you succeed.We are passionate about the wellbeing of our people. We offer wellbeing support such as free counselling services, mental health trained leadership, free flu vaccines.Membership of the NZVNA, payment of annual practicing certificateOnsite parkingA fun work environment with an active social committee!Coffee machine on site and a free lolly jar for the caffeine and sugar enthusiastsWhat do you need to be successful in the role?Enjoy client communication and administrative tasksBe enthusiastic about veterinary cardiologyHave a good work ethicBe able to perform low stress handlingPrevious cardiology experience is not required as we will provide further training to the successful applicantHours of work80 hours per fortnight: seven 10-hour shifts in Cardiology, and one weekend shift in the Emergency Department per fortnightSkills and experienceThe successful candidate will:Hold a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology degree (or overseas equivalent)Have at least one year nursing experience post-qualificationAim to deliver an exceptionally high standard of patient careHave excellent written and verbal communication skillsBe a positive, supportive and encouraging team player
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