SHIFTS: DAY TIME, NIGHTWORK AND WEEKENDS

SEV Who Are We?
Samford Emergency Vets (SEV) is an independent newly established and privately owned 24 hour Emergency Centre founded by Dr Leigh Hanlon BSc BVSc MANZCVS and is dedicated to providing compassionate around the clock emergency and general care for the small animals of Samford and beyond while providing overnight/weekend support for surrounding/referring general veterinary practitioners.
SEV Where are we?
SEV is uniquely located on 1.5 acres in beautiful downtown Samford Valley. A palm tree lined paradise called Samford Palms.
Address is No.1 Serendipity Drive Samford Valley.
What’s special about SEV?
It has been built from the ground up by Dr Leigh Hanlon whose sole vision for the last 30 years has been to provide dedicated and focused after hours and emergency care to the small animal patients of the Samford Community and beyond.
Dr Hanlon’s commitment to excellence and compassion drives our mission to provide top-notch care to our patients and support to their owners. Join us and be a part of this exciting journey from the ground up.

What SEV is looking for or What Do We Need From You

• A degree in Veterinary Medicine and registration to practice in Queensland, Australia
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a vet nurse or technician
• Interested in working General Practice or Emergency - note that Emergency shifts require the ability to work evening, overnight or weekend shifts
• Experience in emergency and critical care is desirable, however if you have a great attitude and want to learn we want to hear from you!
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to delivering compassionate and high-quality veterinary care for both the patient and their owners.
• Highly developed customer service skills
• Organisational and multitasking abilities

Your Role Is?

As a veterinary nurse at SEV, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care in a dynamic and supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Emergency Response: Responding promptly to emergency cases. This includes a spectrum of emergency cases from snakebites, tick and other toxicity’s, trauma/fractures/stitch-ups, emergency laparotomy’s, GIT and repro emergencies, and other medical emergencies.
• Critical Care: Providing intensive monitoring and treatment to critically ill patients, including those recovering from surgery or suffering from severe medical conditions.
• Triage: Triaging patients that present.
• Surgical Interventions: Performing elective and emergency anesthetics.
• Client Communication: Effectively and respectfully communicating with pet owners, as well as taking payments and general reception duties.
• Team Support: A staff members are expected to provide mentorship and guidance to all other staff members when required, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Encouraging a happy and healthy working environment.
• Sanitation and Organisation: Ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of work areas, including examination rooms, surgical suites, and treatment areas, to prevent the spread of infections, promote a safe environment for both patients and staff, and support efficient workflow during emergency situations.

Your role is demanding yet incredibly rewarding, as you play a crucial part in saving lives and providing compassionate care to animals in their time of greatest need.

What We Can Do For You

• Join a brand-new, 1 year old, hospital.
• Enjoy easy onsite parking and excellent staff amenities.
• Work in a warm, friendly, and fast-paced environment with a supportive team.
• Embrace professional growth opportunities in emergency veterinary care.

Application Is Easy
If you are passionate about emergency medicine OR general practice and want to join our dedicated team, please contact Leigh or Eloise at 0419 669 975 / 0431 928 924 or email your CV to admin@samfordemergencyvets.com.au.
Tell us about yourself, let us know what shifts would work for you and how we can help you be part of our awesome team.
Note: This role requires a love for animals, a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to excellent patient care and a zest for the Veterinary life. If this sounds like you, we look forward to hearing from you!
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $49,900.00 – $90,449.08 per year

Licence/Certification:

• Certificate IV or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In perso

• Emergency Response: Responding promptly to emergency cases. This includes a spectrum of emergency cases from snakebites, tick and other toxicity’s, trauma/fractures/stitch-ups, emergency laparotomy’s, GIT and repro emergencies, and other medical emergencies.
• Critical Care: Providing intensive monitoring and treatment to critically ill patients, including those recovering from surgery or suffering from severe medical conditions.
• Triage: Triaging patients that present.
• Surgical Interventions: Performing elective and emergency anesthetics.
• Client Communication: Effectively and respectfully communicating with pet owners, as well as taking payments and general reception duties.
• Team Support: A staff members are expected to provide mentorship and guidance to all other staff members when required, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment. Encouraging a happy and healthy working environment.
• Sanitation and Organisation: Ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of work areas, including examination rooms, surgical suites, and treatment areas, to prevent the spread of infections, promote a safe environment for both patients and staff, and support efficient workflow during emergency situations