Veterinary Nurse

About The Team

The anaesthesia team offers specialty services in both anaesthesia and pain management. Our full range of facilities and state of the art anaesthesia equipment, coupled with integrated support from specialist 24h intensive care, internal medicine, advanced diagnostic imaging and excellent nursing standards enable us to manage the most complex anaesthesia challenges and ensure that our patients receive a very high standard of care across all aspects of anaesthesia management. You would be joining a team of seven veterinary nurses and the service operates 08:00 -18:00 Weekdays.

Your New Role!

The key purpose of this role is to provide high quality veterinary nursing care to animals in The Animal Hospital At Murdoch University.

Your Key responsibilities will include –

• Providing all aspects of veterinary nursing care as per the Certificate IV of Veterinary Nursing and the Prescribed Duties of Veterinary Nurses within the Vet Surgeons Act of WA.
• Oversee patient care before, during, and after anaesthesia.
• Assist clinicians with cases from admission, examination, anaesthesia, recovery and required pain management.
• Instruct students in correct methods of anaesthesia preparation; aseptic techniques and monitor the application and maintenance of those techniques.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $73,342- $80,403K plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

Essential

• Completion of a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent, or completion of a relevant Veterinary Nursing Diploma level qualification registrable in Western Australia.
• Demonstrated confidence and skill when handling and restraining small animals.
• Excellent organisational, time and workload management skills, including the ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
• Highly effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, and the demonstrated ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative, assume responsibility for tasks and projects and to resolve problems.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as fitting seamlessly into a team environment.

Desirable

• Experience in a veterinary teaching hospital environment or teaching undergraduate students.
• Experience in specialist anaesthesia practices.
• Experience with computer systems used in veterinary practices, in particular EzyVet, Vet Radar and Cubex software.
• Experience and knowledge in the use and care of specialist equipment specific to the area of work.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Melissa Jones, Anaesthesia Coordinator, melissa.jones@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR105323 as the reference.

Applications Close on 29th May 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.