• Full time position continuing employment, contingent on the continuation of external funding
• Located on the Camperdown Campus (UVTHS)
• Base Salary HEO4, Step1 (38 hpw) $90,155 p.a. + 17% superannuation
  

About the opportunity

The University of Sydney is welcoming applications for a qualified Veterinary Nurse Unit Coordinator for our Surgery service. Supporting the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital in providing support for clinical teaching and professional nursing assistance with clinical cases. In addition, the Nurse Unit Coordinator is involved with the management, delegation of responsibilities and coordination of nurses within the surgery service.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• coordinate surgical procedures, nursing staff and provide leadership within the service
  
• nursing patients throughout their pre-operative and post-operative care
  
• managerial administration, including but not limited to nurse roster and schedule management
  
• support student learning, through positive engagement with students in training
  
• provide overall high level of nursing care for animals in their respective service
  
• undertake ad-hoc projects and other activities as required.

To learn more about the Sydney School of Veterinary Science click here

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Veterinary Nurse Unit Coordinator - Surgery who has:

• a Veterinary Nursing Certificate IV (or equivalent) and advanced veterinary nursing experience in a veterinary specialist hospital environment
  
• ability to communicate with academics, veterinary professionals, and veterinary students
  
• a passion and drive to provide teaching opportunities to students and junior staff
  
• ability to cope with caseloads in a busy working environment
  
• relevant knowledge and commitment to provide excellent surgical care and handling to our patients
  
• demonstrated experience with using technical and medical surgical equipment and training in anaesthesia, radiography, and drug dispensing
  
• demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team
  
• experience managing and leading a team
  
• a willingness and ability to work rostered shifts, Monday to Friday.

The key benefits:

• opportunity to learn and enhance your skills and experience in the unique teaching and research environment of a Veterinary Teaching hospital
  
• a University contribution of 17% of your base salary to your superannuation fund
  
• yearly personal and professional development planning, including support for continuing education
  
• access to the employee assistance program
  
• access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centres
  
• industry-leading leave provisions, including generous paid parental leave entitlements (pending eligibility up to 36 weeks)
  
• 5 weeks annual leave with leave loading for eligible shift workers plus additional concessional leave
  
• located on the Camperdown campus, 4 km from the city centre, in a convenient central location with ample public transport options. Parking is also available on site
  
• gain the recognition of working in a leading Veterinary School in an outstanding University.
  

Work Rights

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Chris Masaoka, Recruitment Consultant by email [email protected]

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Applications Close - Sunday 20 July 2025 11:59 PM