Full Job Description
EQUINE SURGERY NURSE – Scone Equine Hospital (SEH)
- Be part of Australia’s largest equine hospital with a
large and varied case load.
- Work with experienced surgeons,
nurses, and support people within a great team.
- Located in
the beautiful Hunter Valley town of Scone, horse capital of Australia.
Surgery SEH Our equine surgical unit is
led by registered specialists and highly experienced equine surgeons
trained to world-best standards. Veterinary anaesthetists, qualified
nursing staff and veterinary interns support the surgeons as part of a
co-ordinated team. Our 24 hour surgical service for SEH and referral
clients is an essential component of the care we provide for critical
cases such as those requiring colic surgery or caesarean section.
There are approximately 1000 procedures undertaken annually, making
this one of the busiest equine surgical facilities in
Australia.
The Role Scone Equine Hospital is seeking a
Surgery Nurse for their busy surgical facility. This role is
stimulating and fast paced but well supported by an experienced team
of specialists, interns, nurses and a hospital coordinator. The
successful applicant will be part of a dedicated team and will have a
passion for providing high quality patient care, customer service and
will demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation and excellent communication
skills. This position will also include a component of flexi-nursing
roles within the practice. This would suit both early-in-career nurses
and experienced nurses looking to take the next step in their equine
nursing careers by gaining experience in a high case load hospital.
There is also an on-call component to this role.
The Culture
Our vision at Scone Equine Hospital is to have the best
patient care and be the best place to work.
Skills and
Experience - Qualifications or experience in equine
nursing desirable but not essential.
- Experience in working
with a variety of horses desirable but not essential.
- Enthusiasm, motivation, and passion for patient care are a
must.
- Strong teamwork and the ability to work autonomously.
Benefits - Support from senior
nurses and on-site coordinator.
- Increase your skills and
competencies with leading Surgical Specialists.
- Full training
and education for the role is provided.
- Casual and/or
Full-Time fixed term contracts available with paid penalty rates e.g.,
shift allowances and overtime.
- Assistance with accommodation
can be discussed upon application
Please apply by sending
your CV and cover letter to
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