Total 3 job vacancies by Beecroft Animal Specialist Services Pte. Ltd.

Job Description:

Nursing duties such as but are not limited to:

▪ Monitoring critical patients in the exotics ward.

▪ Assisting the exotics veterinarians in the care and treatment of inpatients.

▪ To actively pursue the acquisition of skills and knowledge in handling exotic animals.

▪ To be able to work well with the team, show mutual respect, creating a positive culture and environment.

▪ Attend in-patient rounds and engage in self-learning such as attending continuing development lectures and reading books and journals.

▪ Assist veterinarians with triage and assist with new case admissions.

▪ Assist veterinarians and specialists with procedures/surgeries.

▪ To perform anaesthesia under veterinary supervision and aid with the anaesthesia monitoring and recovery of cases.

▪ Restraining patients for examination and treatments.

▪ Cleaning cages/brooders, laundry, food bowls, and making sure the ward area is presentable at all times.

▪ Feeding patients.

▪ Discharging patients, preparing patients for surgeries, and postoperative bandaging and recovery.

▪ You will be required to update medical records and client communication.

▪ To perform diagnostics such as blood draws, IV placement, and taking radiographs for patients.

Requirements:

Junior Nurse

- Diploma in vet tech or relevant nursing qualification.

- At least one (1) year of work experience in the veterinary industry.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work under pressure.

Senior Nurse

- Degree or Diploma in veterinary technology or relevant nursing qualifications.

- At least five (5) years of work experience in the veterinary industry.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work under pressure.

- A minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience is preferred.

SURGICAL DEPARTMENT

JOB DESCRIPTION – VET NURSE

▪ The Veterinary Surgical Nurse plays a critical role in assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures and ensuring the highest standards of perioperative care. This includes preparing the surgical area, maintaining aseptic techniques, monitoring patients, and supporting recovery.

▪ Surgical Assistance:

o Assisting the surgical specialist and nurses in the care and treatment of inpatients.

o Prepare the operating room with necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies.

o Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures by passing instruments, holding tissues, and maintaining a sterile field.

o Ensure proper functioning of surgical equipment before and during procedures.

▪ Patient Care:

o Conduct pre-operative assessments, including taking vital signs and preparing animals for surgery (e.g., shaving, cleaning surgical sites).

o Monitor patients during surgery, tracking vital signs and maintaining accurate records.

o Provide post-operative care, including monitoring recovery and administering medications as prescribed

o Monitoring and provide in-hospital care to stable post operative patients in the wards.

▪ Patient Admission & Coordination:

o Assist nurses with triage and assist with new case admissions.

▪ Assist with taking radiographs.

▪ Restraining patients for examination and treatments.

▪ Administrative Duties:

o Maintain detailed and accurate records of surgical procedures, patient care, and medications administered.

o Assist in managing surgical inventory, including ordering and stocking supplies.

o Schedule and coordinate surgical appointments as needed.

o Attend in-patient rounds and engage in self-learning such as attending continuing development lectures and reading of books and journals.

o Participate in daily surgical rounds.

Requirements:

- Candidate should at least possess a diploma in veterinary technology/nursing. For a senior position, a degree in veterinary medicine would be preferred.

- Experience in a GP veterinary clinic/hospital would be advantageous.

JOB DESCRIPTION – VETERINARY NURSE

· Responsible for ensuring the safe and effective administration of anaesthesia and monitoring of animals undergoing surgical or diagnostic procedures e.g. MRI imaging. The role involves working closely with veterinarians and other veterinary nurses to provide high standards of care for animal patients.

▪ Perform general anaesthesia for companion animals including exotics species inclusive but not limited to birds, rabbits etc.

o Assess animals pre-operatively, including reviewing medical history and evaluating health status for anaesthesia suitability.

o Prepare and calculate accurate doses of anaesthetic drugs as per the veterinarian’s instructions.

o Perform nursing duties such as placing catheters, preparing patients for general anaesthesia.

o Set up and maintain anaesthesia equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety.

o Assist in the induction, maintenance, and recovery of animals under general anaesthesia.

▪ Perform general anaesthesia monitoring for patients

o Monitor vital signs (e.g., heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, temperature) during anaesthesia and report any abnormalities to the veterinarian. Be competent in using multiparameter monitors.

o Implement appropriate corrective measures during anaesthesia as directed.

o Ensure smooth recovery post-anaesthesia, including close observation of animal behaviour and vital parameters.

o Administer pain relief medications as prescribed and provide comfort to animals during recovery.

▪ Equipment Management

o Clean and perform regular maintenance checks of anaesthetic equipment and report any malfunctions or need for repairs.

▪ Post general anaesthesia recovering of patients

o Ensure patients are well recovered from general anaesthesia.

o Ensure patients are transferred fully to other departments post general anaesthesia.

▪ Administrative Duties

o Perform stock taking of inventory and drugs and maintain accurate and detailed records of drugs administered, medical records and equipment status.

o Ensure controlled drugs inventory are well maintained and medical records written.

▪ Collaboration with Other Departments

▪ Work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses, and PCA to ensure smooth workflow.

▪ Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and training sessions.

▪ Provide training and guidance to junior staff on anaesthesia protocols and procedures.

▪ Attend in-patient surgical rounds in the morning during scheduled workdays

Requirements:

- Candidate should at least possess a diploma in veterinary technology/nursing. For a senior position, a degree in veterinary medicine would be preferred.

- Experience in a GP veterinary clinic/hospital would be advantageous.