Veterinary Nurses
Snapshot
Veterinary Nurses care for animals under treatment and in temporary residence at veterinary facilities and assist Veterinarians to perform procedures and operations.
| Job stats | |
|---|---|
| How many are employed in this occupation? | 9600 |
| What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)? | $600 |
| How does unemployment compare with other occupations? | average |
| What is the vacancy level for this occupation? | high |
| What are the job prospects for this occupation? | good |
Tasks
This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.
- 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.
Job Titles
- Veterinary Nurse