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Thank you for your interest in joining the VSOS team. We welcome you to submit your details and a copy of your resume or CV on the below form or to hr@vsos.com.au.
Careers at VSOS
Current Opportunities
Current Opportunities
Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse
Location: Miranda | Southern Suburb of Sydney, NSW
Weekend Permanent Part-Time & Casual Opportunities
At Veterinary Specialists of Sydney (VSOS), every shift is an opportunity to save lives, think critically, work alongside an exceptional team, and be part of some of the most advanced veterinary medicine in Australia. If you are an experienced ECC nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing complex emergency and critical care cases, we would love to hear from you.
At VSOS, you won’t just “do nursing.” You’ll be challenged, trusted, and valued as part of a highly skilled ECC and specialist team.
Why VSOS?
We are a privately owned, specialist-led 24/7 emergency and referral hospital in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire, delivering advanced care across emergency and critical care, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, anaesthesia and more.
At VSOS:
Your advanced nursing skills & critical thinking are valued and put to work
Your opinion matters
Your team has your back
Your contribution genuinely matters
Your work changes live every shift
About the Role
As part of our Emergency & Critical Care team, you will:
Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency and critical patients
Make independent decisions for your patients
Perform triage and initial patient assessments of emergency cases
Monitor anaesthesia and assist with advanced procedures
Run diagnostics and manage complex clinical treatments
Communicate compassionately with clients during difficult moments
Maintain accurate medical records using Smart flow and EzyVet
Work collaboratively with an experienced ECC and specialist veterinary team
- No two shifts are ever the same and that’s exactly why our team loves ECC.
What We’re Looking For:
We are specifically seeking experienced ECC veterinary nurses who can confidently work in a busy emergency environment with minimal support or supervision.
The ideal candidate will be:
Experienced in emergency and critical care nursing
Calm, efficient, and confident under pressure
A strong communicator and supportive teammate
Organised, proactive, and detail-focused
Resilient, compassionate, and passionate about high-quality patient care
Essential:
Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
Minimum 2+ years clinical nursing experience
Previous ECC experience strongly preferred
What’s in it for You?
Exposure to advanced emergency and specialist cases
A genuinely supportive and collaborative workplace culture
Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced ECC veterinarians, specialists, and senior nurses
Regular learning and professional development opportunities
Flexible shifts including weekends, evenings, and overnights
The chance to make a real difference to pets and their families when they need it most
- Join a Team That Lifts Each Other Up
At VSOS, we believe great patient care starts with a great team culture. We value collaboration, accountability, kindness, resilience, and continuous learning.
If you are looking for a workplace where your ECC experience is respected, your skills are utilised, and you can be proud of the work you do every day, we would love to hear from you.
Send your CV outlining your ECC experience and what draws you to Specialist hospital.
Apply now!
Email to: hr@vsos.com.au
Subject line: Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Nurse - Application [ YOUR NAME]
Veterinary Specialist Surgery Nurse
Location: Miranda | Sutherland Shire
Opportunities: Permanent Full-Time & Part-Time | Casual
A rare opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Specialist Surgery Nurse to work at the highest level directly alongside Specialist Anaesthetists and Surgeons on complex, high-acuity cases every day.
Benefits
- No mandatory on call | No weekend shifts | No public holiday shifts
- Exciting and varied caseload
- Exceptional growth opportunities
- Competitive pay- Salary, commensurate with experience
- Direct specialist mentorship and structured professional development
- VTS support in anaesthesia
- World-class facilities: MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, advanced monitoring
- High-acuity caseload across surgery, orthopaedics, and neurology
- In house Clinical Educator to continue your growth and pathways
- Staff discounts on pet services
Responsibilities and Duties
- Pre-anaesthetic assessments and patient preparation for surgery
- Administer and monitor anaesthesia across complex surgical procedures
- Real-time monitoring of vital parameters with adjustments as cases demand
- Analgesia and pain management across all stages
- Perioperative nursing care across pre-op, intra-op, and recovery
- Collaboration with ECC, inpatient nursing, and the surgical team
- Meticulous record-keeping and strict adherence to safety protocols
About You
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Anaesthesia experience from a hospital or GP setting
- Comfortable with advanced monitoring equipment, Calm under pressure with strong attention to detail
- team player who takes clinical excellence seriously
- Passionate about patient care
- Eager to learn and willingness to try new things
Desirable:
- GP, specialist or emergency hospital experience
- Interest in VTS (Veterinary Technician Specialist) in anaesthesia
About VSOS
Veterinary Specialists of Sydney is a privately owned, specialist-led referral hospital and 24/7 emergency centre in Sydney's Sutherland Shire. Known for pioneering procedures; open-heart mitral valve repair, interventional radiology, complex orthopaedic, soft tissue, neuro, and neurosurgery.
Culture built on clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassion. Equipment to match.
Send your CV outlining your anaesthesia experience and what draws you to specialist hospital?
Apply now!
Email to: hr@vsos.com.au
Subject line: Veterinary Specialist Surgery Nurse - Application [ YOUR NAME]
Who We Are
VSOS is a compassionate team of veterinary specialists at the cutting edge of medicine and surgery.
We are proud to offer Sydney’s most advanced centre for medical, surgical, and critical care, where innovation meets empathy, and every patient receives gold-standard care. Our purpose-built facility is equipped with the latest technology and led by a team of highly skilled specialists dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in veterinary medicine.
Whether you're a seasoned specialist or a dedicated clinician ready for the next big step, VSOS offers a clear and supported career advancement pathway tailored to your goals.
And yes - if you're overseas, we’ll support your move to Australia! From visa sponsorship to relocation assistance, we’re here to make your transition smooth and exciting.
Join us at VSOS and be part of something extraordinary.
Technologically advanced treatment centre
Our advanced treatment centre is unlike any other animal hospital in the Sydney area.
Not only is it home to some of Australia’s most experienced veterinary specialists, it is equipped with state-of-the-art CT scanners, MRI and X-ray machines... all located under one roof.
We have purposefully designed our world-class animal hospital so every patient can be seen clearly from the central hub, the flow and space is luxurious and there is exceptional diagnostic imaging ability.
We want our team to love coming to work!
Care and culture
We are a young, growing team, fiercely dedicated to providing treatment for pets with complex conditions. We operate with integrity, honesty and compassion. It’s who we are; it’s in our core. We support our team, we mentor generously, and we work together to achieve the impossible for our patients. We recognise the importance of team communication and strive to create a harmonious workplace that delivers the very best culture possible.
“This is exactly where I’m meant to be. I love going to work every day because there’s nothing like the feeling you get when you help a sick patient get better.” Dr Karina Graham
“Our number-one priority is taking care of the patient. And more than this, we give that extra level of care to make their lives better. We’re never complacent when it comes to caring for our animals.” Dr Karina Graham
Healthy work/life balance
We recognise the importance of a positive workplace culture and encourage a healthy and flexible work/life balance.
Our advanced treatment centre is located in the beating heart of Sydney’s Sutherland Shire. You’ll enjoy:
- Natural bushland
- Royal National Park
- Iconic surf beaches and safe lagoons
- Shopping centres
- Schools
- A train trip from Sydney City (24kms by car)
- A true taste of “Aussie” life
