Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare (Farming, Animals & Conservation)
SPCA is one of the best loved and most respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since 1872.
About the role
12 hours per week, no on call or after hours
We are seeking a fully qualified, experienced Veterinary Nurse/Tech to join our Invercargill Centre team. Working closely with a solo vet onsite with overlapping days, you will provide high professional standards of veterinary care for animals presented to, and under the care of, SPCA. Together with our veterinarian, you will assist with the running of our newly established veterinary clinic within the Invercargill Centre. In collaboration with the centre veterinarian, you will also receive collegial and professional support from our veterinary teams in Christchurch and Dunedin, when required.
If you enjoy having a busy and interesting case load, while working in a tight knit passionate team then this could be the perfect job for you.
What we need from you:
Minimum of 2 years clinical experience, head nurse or practice management advantageous.
Confident with routine surgery and medicine practices including high level of competence around anaesthetic monitoring and pain management.
Excellent personal communication skills, including face-to-face, written, video conferencing.
Strong time management, organisational and planning ability, and budget management.
Confidence and experience in handling a wide variety of animals (domestic, un-socialised and wildlife).
Confidence and experience in making difficult decisions.
Experience in Shelter medicine is preferred, but not essential.
A sound understanding of, and empathy with, the goals and values of SPCA.
Have the ability to work in a high performance, fast paced environment.
What we can offer you:
Opportunity to work with a devoted team whose core values are about reducing suffering and improving the welfare of animals in need.
A well-organized, hygienic layout, equipped with a preparation area, a large surgical room suitable for various procedures, cat and dog recovery areas and most modern supportive equipment.
Generous CPD benefits to encourage and assist vets to follow their passions.
Attractive and competitive salary to work for the leading animal charity in New Zealand.
Onsite free parking.
How you can apply today!
Applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand, either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.
Simply click Apply and complete our simple online application process. Please contact ****** if you have any additional questions.
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