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Emergency Vet Nurse

Location: Tanawha, Sunshine Coast

We're seeking a Vet Nurse to join the team at AES Tanawha. Solid team, great Vets, supportive work environment

  • Emergency Nursing – flexible working rosters that cater to your lifestyle
  • Permanent role, Above-Award wages plus super and penalties.
  • Supportive Team Culture – Set up for success with buddies and mentors

Located on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, AES Tanawha is a well-regarded emergency and critical care hospital, providing life-saving treatment to a wide variety of cases, from GDVs and tick paralysis to snake bites. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in an environment that encourages teamwork, growth, and learning.
  
We are seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join our team for a mix of day and night shifts across weekdays and weekends in our fast-paced emergency hospital. This permanent position with 50+ hours/fortnight (flexible) requires someone confident and capable of working in a team environment, providing critical support to our veterinarians and ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.
  
Why Join Us?
✅ Varied and interesting role with a variety of critical and urgent cases.
✅ Work as part of a dedicated and supportive team of emergency nurses and veterinarians.
✅ Focus on patient care with a dedicated client care team to manage financial discussions.
✅ Our supported training program pairs you with experienced mentors and buddies to help you succeed from day one.
✅ Great Work-Life Balance: flexible working rosters that cater to your lifestyle as we are open 24/7
✅ Join a tight-knit team of experienced emergency vets and nurses who support each other every step of the way.
  
About You
We’re looking for a skilled Vet Nurse with ECC experience who is confident and capable. You will have:
✔️ A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
✔️ Good ECC nursing experience (or extensive GP nursing with strong emergency skills).
✔️ Confidence in working within a busy emergency hospital setting.
✔️ Strong communication and multitasking skills to handle the dynamic nature of emergency cases.
✔️ Reliable transport and flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends.
  
What We Offer
At AEA, we believe in recognising and rewarding your hard work. Here’s what you can look forward to:

  • First Sunshine Coast “Open Hospital” – be part of innovation and true patient/client care
  • Hourly rate from $31.37- $33.78 + shift penalties ($47 – $84/hour)
  • No corporate – vet professional owned!
  • Significant discounts on pet treatments and products.
  • Access to our Fitness Passport program.
  • A dedicated wellbeing committee offering resources like mental health first aid, flu vaccinations, and wellness podcasts.
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (psychology, nutrition, and sleep support).
  • Career development opportunities, including leadership, specialization, and management training.
  • The ability to grow within the company, with internal promotions and transfers available.
  • Flexible roster structures for improved work-life balance.
  • Practical perks like stocked snack cupboards and regular food deliveries.
  • Work for an independently employee-owned business with a supportive team.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and want to contribute to meaningful work in emergency veterinary nursing, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or email us at [email protected] to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

Animal Emergency Service Tanawha

Location: 431 Tanawha Tourist Dr, Tanawha QLD 4556

Employment Type:

  • Part Time (Permanent)

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Get to know your future colleagues.

Ali Stewart
Ali Stewart
Co Director
Ali Thistleton
Ali Thistleton
Client Care Manager
Dr Danielle Huston
Dr Danielle Huston
Clinical Director
Dr Renee Buikstra
Dr Renee Buikstra
Veterinary Manager
Liz Byrne
Liz Byrne
Veterinary Nurse Manager
Tamara McCallum
Tamara McCallum
Operations Manager

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