Nurse Manager - Veterinary Clinic

About Us 

At Animal Welfare League of Queensland (AWLQ), our vision is for every companion animal to have a safe and caring environment where their needs are met. We are driven by a commitment to integrity, compassion, innovation, and optimism. As a leader in the animal welfare sector, we're dedicated to a brighter future for both animals and our community.

The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse Manager to join our Gold Coast Community Vet Clinic full-time. If you’re passionate about animal care and have the leadership skills to guide a team, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. As a valued and experienced Nurse Manager, you will use your positive energy, extensive team leadership experience, and development skills to manage the daily Veterinary operations, supporting your team in treating animals in our care. 

Key Responsibilities

• Team leadership: Provide guidance and support to the team so they love and thrive in their roles
• Policies and procedures: Assist with the implementation and compliance of new and existing policies and procedures
• Consult Support: Support veterinarians with routine health examinations and medical cases
• Nursing Support: Assist in radiography, surgical procedures, monitor patient anesthesia and post-operative procedures. In-house and external pathology procedures. Prepare medications as required
• Inpatient Care: Nurse hospitalised animals, monitor clinical signs and communicate with the team
• Organisation Pro: Prepare and implement surgery and consult schedules
• Patient files: Data entry of health, treatment and patient information
• Processes: Compliance with AWLQ policy and procedure, in addition to compliance with state and federal legislation
• Recruitment, training and mentorship: Assist with recruitment, providing training and development of the nursing team

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or recognised equivalent
• 5+ years' vet nursing experience
• Experience as a nurse manager or in a leadership position
• Excellent animal care and handling skills
• Experience in a busy, fast-paced work environment
• Good computer literacy, including Microsoft Office Suite

 We Offer 

• Access to an independent Employee Assistance Program to support your well-being.
• Employee discounts on veterinary services
• A supportive, inclusive workplace where your passion and efforts are valued.

How to Apply 

If you're an inspiring leader excited by this role and ready to shape the future of animal welfare, we want to hear from you. 

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, outlining your relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we'll close the position once we find our ideal candidate.