ECC Veterinary Nurse

Locally led, nationally connected, centrally supported
  
Animal Emergency Australia (AEA) is Australia's largest employee-owned emergency veterinary network, operating 14 hospitals across Australia. 
  
We combine the expertise, resources and collaboration of a nationally connected network with the agility of locally led hospitals, creating an environment where our teams can focus on delivering quality patient care and outcomes. 
  
Animal Emergency Service (AES) Hobart
AES Hobart, part of Animal Emergency Australia (AEA), is Tasmania's only 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital. As the region's provider of emergency and critical care services, we play a vital role in ensuring high-quality veterinary care is available when pets and their families need it most.  

We believe transparency, empathy, and clinical excellence go hand in hand, with each being central to our philosophy and guiding principles. With a 4.8-star Google rating from more than 1390 reviews, we're proud of the care and experience that we provide to pets and their families in Tasmania. 
About the Role 
  
As an ECC Veterinary Nurse, you will be involved in triage, hospital case management, surgery and critical nursing.  

• Hands on triage, pathology, radiography, treatments, surgery, and patient care
• Critical care nursing, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent patient care
• Collaborative team-based model to provide quality care
• Roster designed to support nurse wellbeing, learning & development, mentoring
• Varied and high-acuity cases, from trauma and ticks to GDVs, snake bites and more

About You

• 2+ years clinical experience (ECC highly regarded)
• Flexibility to work a mix of nights, overnights, weekends and holidays
• Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology preferred but not essential
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• You bring a growth mindset, love learning new skills and best-practice methods
• Committed to providing quality care within an open hospital model
• Be part of an on-call roster, picking up one shift a month
• Willing to join a roster with a maximum of 3 rostered overnights per month
• Reliable mode of transport (essential for shift work)

What We Offer

• Permanent part-time role (40–60 hours per fortnight)
• Above award rates from $29.45/ hour + super + penalty rates + 17.5% loading
• Transition to ECC with ‘buddy’ shifts under our Accelerated Learning Program
• Collaborative and supportive team that will help you develop your career
• Employee wellbeing support including EAP, wellbeing initiatives and mental health first aid
• Ongoing professional development including workshops and VE&T courses
• Pet discounts on treatment and products up to 70%
• Discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport)
• Refer a Friend program & rewards

Considering Relocation?
  
Relocating to Hobart is an opportunity to enjoy both professional fulfilment and lifestyle balance. Whatever your motivation, Hobart has something unique to offer. With shorter commute times, access to world-class nature, a strong sense of community, and a thriving cultural and food scene, Hobart is a place where people are truly proud to call home. 
  
Flexible options and relocation support are available. 
  
Ready for your next challenge?
   
Please submit your CV via the apply link. We will be in contact shortly. 
   
For a confidential discussion or additional information, please contact Mitchell Merritt at [email protected] 
  
At Animal Emergency Australia, we know that different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives make our teams stronger. We're proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, veterans, carers and people of all ages. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to help.