Qualified experienced equine vet nurse

About the role

This is a varied, hands-on role suited to a capable, experienced and compassionate nurse who enjoys working as part of a collaborative veterinary team and is confident handling horses in both hospital and clinical environments. Hawkesbury Equine Veterinary Centre is a well-established equine hospital providing hospital, ambulatory, surgical and advanced reproductive services to a diverse equine clientele across the Hawkesbury and greater Western Sydney region.

Key responsibilities

• Nursing and monitoring hospitalised horses
• Cleaning stables, yards and general hospital cleaning and maintenance
• Assisting veterinarians with medical and surgical procedures
• Preparing patients and equipment for surgery
• Anaesthetic monitoring and recovery
• Assisting with diagnostic procedures, including radiography and ultrasonography
• Laboratory work and sample processing
• Preparing, cleaning and maintaining clinical instruments and equipment
• Administering medications and treatments under veterinary direction
• Maintaining accurate patient and treatment records

About you

• A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, an equivalent recognised qualification, or an overseas veterinary qualification with relevant equine nursing experience
• A minimum of two years' experience working in an equine veterinary practice or hospital environment
• Confident and safe horse-handling skills
• Experience assisting with equine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A current driver's licence
• A genuine commitment to high standards of patient and client care

Benefits

• A diverse and interesting equine nursing position
• Exposure to hospital, surgical, ambulatory and advanced reproduction cases
• A supportive and experienced veterinary and nursing team
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
• Full-time permanent employment

About us

Hawkesbury Equine Veterinary Centre is a well-established equine hospital providing hospital, ambulatory, surgical and advanced reproductive services to a diverse equine clientele across the Hawkesbury and greater Western Sydney region.