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Veterinary Nurse

UNIT GROUP 3613 VETERINARY NURSES

• VETERINARY NURSES care for animals under treatment and in temporary residence at veterinary facilities and assist Veterinarians to perform procedures and operations.

  Indicative Skill Level:
  Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

  In Australia:

  • AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
  
  In New Zealand:
  • NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
  
  At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

  Tasks Include:

  • holding animals to allow examination and treatment by Veterinarians
  • cleaning and sterilising examination tables and equipment
  • preparing instruments and handing them to the Veterinarian
  • assisting Veterinarians to administer anaesthetics and oxygen during operations
  • placing animals in cages for recovery from operations and monitoring their condition
  • giving medications to animals
  • maintaining stock control and records
  • providing animal care advice, and preparing, delivering, and reviewing animal care education programs
  • may perform diagnostic laboratory tests
  • may act as receptionist, accept payments and undertake clerical work
  
  Occupation:
  • 361311 Veterinary Nurse

361311 VETERINARY NURSE

• Alternative Titles:
  • Animal Nurse
  • Veterinary Assistant
  
  Cares for animals under treatment or in temporary residence at veterinary facilities and assists Veterinarians to perform procedures and operations.

  Skill Level: 3