Veterinary Nurse Assistant | Part‐time position - Late Shift 4pm/5pm to 2am

Are you passionate about animal care and eager to contribute to a leading veterinary facility?

The Animal Referral Hospital Canberra is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse Assistant to join our dynamic team.

About Us

The Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) is a state‐of‐the‐art facility committed to providing the highest quality veterinary care to companion animals.

Our Canberra branch is well‐equipped with advanced medical technologies and staffed by a team of skilled professionals dedicated to improving the lives of pets through exceptional healthcare.

As a Nurse Assistant with ARH Canberra, you will be a key part of the veterinary care team, helping to deliver high‐quality, compassionate care to our patients in a team-oriented and professional environment.

Working under the guidance of experienced veterinary nurses, veterinarians, and other team members, you will contribute to the overall wellbeing of patients and the smooth function of the hospital.

Duties will include

Assist veterinary nurses and veterinarians as required

Monitor and care for hospitalized patients (under the guidance of the ECC team)

Administer medications as directed by the ECC team

Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of hospital facilities

Handle and restrain animals with care and compassion

Animal cage cleaning and re-setting, cleaning patient bowls etc.

Walking, feeding and offering water to patients under nurse instruction

Restocking disposables (needles, syringes etc) and pharmacy (medication)

Maintaining cleanliness of hospital areas throughout the day/evening as required, including floors in treatment, ICU and ward spaces

Daily laundry upkeep