Job Description
Are you an experienced and compassionate Vet Nurse looking for a role that will offer you variety in your day? Look no further, our well established, Palmerston North clinics are seeking a casual vet nurse to become an integral part of our team. We are a group of two stand alone clinics and one colocation, located in the beautiful city of Palmerston North. Our two standalone clinics are a short walk from the beautiful Manawatu river, which is a lovely place to enjoy a midday walk and some lunch. All three clinics are surrounded by a range of tempting lunch options, including bakeries, a supermarket, and takeaways. We operate in a collaborative nature, providing a high standard of care to the patients that come through our doors. We have a welcoming environment and a great culture which spans across our different locations. All three clinics have in house bloods, dental x-rays, and experienced team members. our Rangitikei Street clinic has a clinician/veterinarian with a special interest in orthopaedics, and we do a range of routine procedures at each clinic. About You: Your qualifications, caring nature and love of animals are essential to your success in this role. In addition, these qualities are important to us: A recognised Diploma in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification Proficient in all-round clinical and surgical nursing with at least one year’s experience working as a vet nurse Customer service experience, and you work well in a team Computer skills and don’t mind learning new technology You’re passionate about the veterinary industry and high standards of patient care What we’re offering: Fun, friendly and knowledgeable teams, who really care about each other. Fantastic equipment, including ultrasound Central support team made up of experienced veterinary professionals The chance to be a part of a supportive local team and national clinical group Why you'll love Animates: We’re proud to offer a genuinely supportive and inclusive culture, where our leaders care deeply about the wellbeing of their teams and everyone lives our values of passion, authenticity, care, knowledge, and togetherness. As a Rainbow Tick Certified Employer , we encourage you to bring your whole self to work. We’re also honoured to be the first organisation in Aotearoa to achieve Gold level recognition in the Mental Health First Aid Workplace Recognition Programme. This reflects how seriously we take mental health and wellbeing—through training our people in Mental Health First Aid, creating safe and open environments to talk, and making sure everyone feels supported, connected, and able to look out for one another every day. If you share our love for the pet parents we serve, the merchandise we sell, and the work we do, this is a place for you to build a rewarding career! If you’re ready to bring your skills and passion to a place where your love for animals can shine, we’d love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr