About Us
Animal Emergency Australia (AEA) is a network of independent emergency hospitals, general practices, veterinary support, and educational services across Australia. At our core, AEA exists to help veterinary professionals do and be their best. We invest in our team members’ work‑life balance, career progression, and personal development, empowering them to excel in the field of veterinary medicine while making a meaningful impact on the lives of animals.
About PVE
Perth Vet Emergency (PVE) is one of the leading 24‑hour emergency animal hospitals in Perth. Our Cannington hospital operates 7 days a week, 365 days a year and our Yokine hospital operates after hours. We are committed to working as a team to deliver positive results for our team, clients, and patients, as well as learning from each other and having fun in the process! Our environment is very fast‑paced, and we never settle for the status‑quo.
About The Role
As an emergency vet nurse, you will be involved in triage, hospital case management, surgery, critical nursing and critical case management. Experience exciting case diversity such as GDVs, impalements, hit by cars and in summer ticks, toads and snakes. Our nurses also have access to trained Mental Health First Aid Officers, our wellbeing hub and an Employee Assistance Program for support on a range of matters.
Please note this is a permanent part‑time position in a 24/7 emergency vet hospital so flexible availability is required as it is a rotating roster.
What does vet nurse life at PVE look like?
* Hands‑on triage, pathology, radiography, treatments, surgery, and patient care.
* Managing complex and varied cases, including trauma, medical and surgical emergencies, and mechanical ventilation.
* Working closely with our veterinary team to provide the highest standard of patient care.
* Engaging in debriefing sessions following difficult shifts or challenging cases.
* Collaborating with a dedicated client care team to ensure excellent communication and patient outcomes.
* Access to specialists.
* Wildlife and exotics exposure.
About You
* Minimum of 1‑year ECC experience or 3 years GP experience.
* Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
* WA Vet Nurse Registration.
* Thrives in a hands‑on, fast‑paced, and dynamic environment.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills.
* Love of learning and continual improvement.
* Personal mode of transport (essential for shift work).
* Flexibility to work across a 24/7 roster.
Why Work for Us?
* Join Australia’s largest employee‑owned veterinary group.
* Appealing hourly rates between $31.08 – $33.34 (depending on experience) + shift penalties.
* Fitness passport.
* Pet well‑being discount on treatments up to 70% off.
* Pet well‑being discount on products up to 50% off.
* Dedicated wellbeing committee for our employees (Mental health first aid certifications, flu vaccinations, podcasts, etc.).
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program (psychology, nutrition, sleep).
* Refer a friend program & rewards (up to $2000).
* The opportunity to transfer across the company to fulfil your further career aspirations (We promote and recruit from within!).
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