Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - New South Wales
Brunker Road Veterinary Centre, Newcastle (posted 25th March)
Veterinary Nurse - Casual - Brunker Road Veterinary Centre
About us:
Brunker Road Veterinary Centre is an advanced, modern, small animal hospital with 11 veterinarians committed to excellence in the veterinary industry. We offer a comprehensive small animal service for the Newcastle and Hunter region, including referral services. Our team is a hardworking, dedicated group, who also enjoy many educational and social activities outside of the hospital. Visit brunkerroadvets.com.au to view more about our clinic.
About the role:
Brunker Road Veterinary Centre is seeking a motivated and flexible individual to join our exceptional nurse/reception team. The shifts will be varying Monday – Friday, mornings through to evenings, with some Saturdays. To be considered for the position you must hold a certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology, and be confident in your abilities, including anaesthetic monitoring.
Key Duties include:
- Providing excellent and compassionate client care
- Assisting veterinarians in consultation and procedures
- Reception duties and administrative tasks
- Patient preparation and anaesthetic monitoring for routine and complex procedures
- Monitoring and treatment of hospital patients
- Nursing duties, including catheter placement and blood collection, use of multi monitors, use of in house Idexx lab equipment
- Daily clinic upkeep and hospital equipment maintenance, to a high standard
Key Skills include:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment
- Ability to work autonomously and also as part of a team, maintaining a positive attitude
- Ability to take and follow directions well and take initiative in tasks
- Excellence in customer service
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Adept with technology and strong computer skills
- Ability to keep to a schedule with excellent time management
- Adhere to WHS procedures, company policies and standards
What we offer:
- Inclusive and supportive team
- Advanced diagnostic equipment (CT, scopes, U/S)
- Team discounts, lunches and social events
- Employee assistance program
- Regular morning teas and fruit bowls
- Remuneration based on experience
- Continuing education opportunities
- Access to online learning hub
Application
Please forward a cover letter and resume to Elise Oughton (Practice Manager Teams), info@brunkerroadvets.com.au.
Sydney Animal Hospitals - Northern Beaches, Newport, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 25th March)
Experienced Veterinary Nurse Wanted – Join Our Team at Sydney Animal Hospitals, Northern Beaches
Are you an experienced and passionate Veterinary Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity in a vibrant, fast-paced environment? Do you aspire to do small animal specialist work, but without the demanding, high-pressure environment of specialty hospitals?
Sydney Animal Hospitals – Northern Beaches is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse to join our team. Based on the stunning Northern Beaches of Sydney, our newly refurbished practice offers high-quality medical care and engaging, supportive work experience.
About Us:
Sydney Animal Hospitals is a busy, well-established privately owned veterinary practice, known for its high standard of care and collaborative team environment. We treat a wide range of cases, ensuring every day is different and fulfilling. With our focus on exceptional patient care, we’re looking for a skilled Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic team in a full-time role, with flexible hours and reasonable weekend shifts.
What We’re Looking For:
We need a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Nurse with:
- Minimum 1 year of on-the-job experience in veterinary nursing with relevant qualifications
- Strong communication skills, both with clients and within the team.
- High level of nursing skills, including experience in surgical & hospital nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, and pre/post-operative care
- A passion for providing excellent patient care and contributing to a fun, collaborative work environment
Why Work With Us?
- Above award wages for the right candidate
- Work in a modern, well-equipped hospital with a supportive and friendly team
- A challenging and rewarding and cases load with regular engagement from in-house specialist teams
- Flexible working hours and reasonable weekend shifts
- Bespoke professional development opportunities
To Apply:
Please send your current CV and references to Ashley@sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au or call 02 9997 4609 for more information.
Quirindi Veterinary Clinic, North West Slopes (posted 24th March)
Veterinary Nurse - Quirindi Veterinary Clinic
Full time or Part time position | Experienced vet nurse
Continuing CE and training encouraged and supported | VNCA membership paid for
Clinic and Flare discounts | Employee assistance program
About us:
Quirindi Veterinary Clinic has an exciting opportunity for an experienced vet nurse to join our team on a part time or full-time basis.
We are located in the New England region of NSW and are a mixed animal veterinary practice that offers a high level of veterinary care for all animals big and small! We provide services for horses, cattle, dogs and cats in Quirindi, Tamworth, Murrurundi and Nundle and the wider Liverpool Plains area.
Quirindi is a beautiful rural area close to the large regional centre of Tamworth. Quirindi has a great community with local amenities and essential services as well as a vibrant local culture of events and festivals throughout the year.
Quirindi Veterinary Clinic is part of Apiam Animal Health, providing veterinary services to country communities. At Apiam Animal Health we are committed to enriching the lives of animals, people and the communities where we live.We strive to deliver excellence and our vision is healthy animals and happy people.
About the position:
- Full time or Part time position. Flexible working arrangements considered and the option of increasing days in the future for the part time.
- 1 in 4 Saturday mornings shared across the team.
- Hands on nursing role with shifts across reception, hospital & surgery.
About you:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is desired however a vet nurse with industry experience welcome to apply and we would consider someone who has an animal industry background and wants to move into veterinary nursing
- Experience within a Vet Clinic is advantageous
- Commitment to promoting a positive workplace culture as we have an awesome team!
Apiam Benefits and Perks:
- Generous clinic discounts for your own fur babies.
- VNCA membership paid for and AVNAT registration encouraged.
- Access to VetEducation as ongoing CE and upskilling is supported and encouraged.
- Access paid Volunteer Leave, extra Parental Leave and Apiam Wellness Day - extra day of annual leave!
- Discounts from various retail, travel, fitness and health providers (including Kmart and Woolworths!)
- Work life balance and mental health taken seriously, we have our own Mental Health First Aid Officer and an excellent Employee Assistance Program (free and confidential counselling sessions for you or your immediate family).
At Apiam Animal Health we genuinely support and encourage nurse upskilling and professional development. We offer yearly discussions around career development, free monthly webinars, provide opportunities of secondment to other clinic locations across Australia and career progression pathways.
How to apply:
If you would like to join us apply here with your resume and cover letter outlining why you would be suitable for this role.
If you have any questions, please contact recruitment@apiam.com.au
Summer Hill Village Vet, Inner West Sydney (posted 21st March)
Find Meaning & Belonging as a Vet Nurse – Full-Time Opportunity in Summer Hill
Do you want a role where you feel valued, supported, and part of something bigger? Do you love working with animals but also thrive in a workplace where your ideas matter, integrity is everything, and learning is encouraged? At Summer Hill Village Vet, we don’t just offer a job—we offer a place where you can grow, contribute, and truly make a difference in the lives of pets and their people.
Why Join Us?
- A Positive, Supportive Team – We work hard, support each other, and love what we do.
- A Well-Equipped Clinic – We handle everything from general consults to advanced surgery, imaging, and dentistry.
- Diverse & Rewarding Case Load – From family pets to exotics, birds, wildlife, and rescue animals, every day is different.
- Learning & Development – We believe in training and mentoring our team, offering paid study leave and access to visiting specialists.
About the Role
We are looking for a vet nurse with some experience who has the potential to grow into an outstanding team member. The role includes:
- Patient care & hospital nursing – monitoring, assisting in treatments, and ensuring patient comfort.
- Surgical & dental nursing – preparing and assisting in procedures, including anaesthetic monitoring.
- Consult support & triage – working closely with vets, anticipating needs, and keeping things running smoothly.
- Client care – helping pet owners understand their pet’s needs with warmth and professionalism.
Who We’re Looking For
- Someone with some vet nursing experience (Cert IV is great, but we value attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn just as much!).
- A team player who thrives in a supportive and busy environment.
- Someone with strong customer service skills – helping clients is as important as caring for patients.
- A nurse who is proactive, organized, and eager to improve their skills.
The Details
- Full-time role with a mix of opening and closing shifts.
- Weekend rotation – 2 Saturdays per month and 1 in 6 Sundays.
- Competitive pay – $30-$35/hr (depending on experience) with regular reviews.
- Ongoing development – 3 days paid study leave each year, mentoring from senior vets and nurses.
How to Apply
We’d love to get to know you! Please send your CV and a short cover letter to nurse@summerhillvillagevet.com. Tell us why you’re excited about this role and how you see yourself growing with our team.
We look forward to meeting our next amazing vet nurse!
Ryde Veterinary Clinic, North-West Sydney (posted 21st March)
Part-time Vet Nurse - Ryde Veterinary Clinic
Position Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Part-Time Veterinary Nurse to join our team. In this role, you will play a vital part in the day-to-day operations of our clinic, assisting with a variety of nursing duties and ensuring exceptional patient care. We require a fully qualified Veterinary Nurse who is confident and skilled in clinical procedures, patient monitoring, and effective communication with clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation and administration of treatments and medications as prescribed by the veterinarians
- Provide outstanding patient care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting in surgeries, and delivering post-operative care
- Carry out routine nursing tasks such as taking blood samples, placing IV catheters, and conducting diagnostic tests
- Offer advice and guidance to pet owners regarding their pets’ care and treatment plans
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records
- Support the veterinary team in managing the clinic’s daily operations
- Ensure the clinic remains clean, organized, and meets the highest hygiene standards
- Provide emotional support and reassurance to clients, demonstrating empathy when needed
Key Requirements:
- Fully qualified Veterinary Nurse
- Proven experience in all aspects of veterinary nursing
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team
- Exceptional communication skills with both clients and colleagues
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational abilities
- Calm, compassionate, and professional in high-pressure or emergency situations
- Flexibility and a proactive approach to various tasks
If you’re passionate about providing high-quality care in a supportive and professional environment, we’d love to hear from you! Please email your resume and cover letter to steph.dealmeida@vet.partners
Ellerston Veterinary Clinic, Upper Hunter (posted 20th March)
Veterinary Nurse or Technician – Equine / Mixed
- Rural property - Upper Hunter NSW
- This is a live in opportunity with use of facilities including a pool, tennis courts and a gym. Meat packs are also provided on a fortnightly basis
- Rotating roster including 1:3 weekends, afterhours as required and some public holidays (Full time - 38-hour week)
- Above award remuneration in line with experience and qualifications $65k – 75k p.a. + 17% superannuation.
A unique opportunity exists for a veterinary nurse who has a passion for working with horses. Ellerston Vet Clinic is situated in the beautiful Hunter Valley of NSW 70km from Scone and we are part of a prestigious polo operation. The clinic is a small team including one veterinarian and 4-6 supportive staff depending on the time of the year. We have a 90% equine case load with 10% small animals which includes emergency care, an embryo transfer program and surgery.
The successful candidates’ key responsibilities will be:
- Administering medications and treatments by way of oral medication, intravenous injections and IV catheter placements. The ability to perform bandage changes, general catheter care and overall wellbeing of patients.
- Excellent horse handling and observation skills
- Supporting surgical and medical procedures ensuring correct equipment is prepared and sterilised, patients are prepared and monitored throughout procedures and cared for post-operatively; these include – sequestrum and umbilical hernia repairs, joint flushes and injections, castrations, ultrasounds, radiographs, lameness exams and scoping’s.
- Assisting with advanced breeding technologies such as ET and OPU during the busy breeding season as well as post and prenatal care of mares and foals.
To be considered for the position you must have ideally completed a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and have been exposed to a broad range of veterinary surgical and medical procedures. Coupled with this the ideal candidate will have:
- a demonstrated ability to cope with emergencies and stressful situations calmly;
- a strong work ethic and be adaptable to changing circumstances;
- a high level of attention to detail, excellent organisational and time management skills;
- an ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team; and
- be able to work in a busy high paced work environment
Most importantly you will be passionate and enthusiastic about all aspects of animal care and someone with a sense of humour would fit well into our team!
A competitive salary and housing including utilities will be provided to the successful candidate as well as opportunities for continued education and training.
Applications should include a cover letter detailing how you meet the selection criteria, and you must have an existing right to work in Australia. Applications to be sent to the attention of Danielle Byrne at danielle@ellerston.com or (02) 6540 7190.
Macquarie Vetz Animal Centre, Warners Bay, City of Lake Macquarie (posted 19th March)
Join Our Amazing Team as a Casual Vet Nurse!
At Vetz, we believe in providing an exceptional work environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. We’re dedicated to ensuring that our team has the perfect work-life balance, and we support each other in delivering the best care possible to our furry friends. With a supportive and friendly atmosphere, you’ll love coming to work every day.
Position: Casual Vet Nurse
Location: Macquarie Vetz Animal Centre, Warners Bay
Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Veterinary Nurse
About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Vet Nurse with at least 2 years of experience to join our team. In this casual role, you’ll be working alongside a skilled team of professionals, assisting with various clinical duties, and contributing to the smooth operation of our clinic.
What We Offer:
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Flexible hours to ensure a healthy work-life balance
- Opportunities for continued professional development
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting veterinarians with patient care
- Performing routine pathology procedures
- Administering medications
- Monitoring anesthetised patients
- Providing exceptional client care and support
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualified Cert IV Vet Nurse with 2 years experience
- Strong experience in nursing and handling a variety of cases.
- A positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
- A genuine passion for animal care and a commitment to providing the best service to our clients and their pets.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
To Apply: If you’re passionate about veterinary care and looking for a great team to join, we’d love to hear from you!
Please send your resume to: management@vetz.com.au
We look forward to hearing from you!
Vetfriends Chatswood, Sydney's Lower North Shore (posted 18th March)
Join Our Team at Chatswood Vetfriends!
Are you a passionate, skilled Vet Nurse who loves what you do? We’re looking for a Part-time Vet Nurse to join our talented and dynamic team at Chatswood Vetfriends.
Vetfriends Chatswood is a purpose-built clinic, which opened its doors in 2005. We are a tight knit team consisting of vets and nurses who care about the patients as their own. Our focus is to improve your pets’ quality of life by providing the premium standard of care with latest knowledge and equipment whilst keeping our clients as educated as possible about their pets’ health through effective and personable communication.
Benefits of Joining Us:
- Competitive hourly rate and benefits package.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Access to training centres, online courses and dedicated nurse programs.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
- Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Staff discounts, including Health and Wellbeing benefits
- Employee Referral Bonus’
- Paid parental leave and return to work bonus
What We’re Looking For:
- A qualified Veterinary Nurse with relevant certifications.
- Strong experience in nursing and handling a variety of cases.
- A positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
- A genuine passion for animal care and a commitment to providing the best service to our clients and their pets.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
About The Role
- Provide exceptional customer care and education to our clients
- Support our Vets with routine examinations, diagnostics and procedures
- Manage the admission and discharge of surgical and hospital cases
- Provide surgical and hospital nursing including monitoring anaesthetics
- Conduct blood collection and testing, iv catheter placement
- Prepare and administer medications as required
- Assist with x-rays, ultrasounds and dental procedures
- Maintain surgical and treatment areas infection control
- Provide pre and post compassionate care to hospitalised cases
- General day to day nursing duties.
Apply Now!
If you’re looking to make a real impact in a vibrant, rewarding clinic, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to become part of our amazing team at Chatswood Vetfriends.
Send your resume and cover letter to: steph.dealmeida@vet.partners for a confidential discussion.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Animal Referral Hospital Homebush, Inner West Sydney (posted 17th March) ECC Nurse
Emergency Vet Nurse | Casual, Part-time or Full-time
If you’re an experienced emergency nurse or experienced GP nurse looking to make your move - we’d love to hear from you!
The Animal Referral Hospital is one of the most respected emergency and specialist veterinary hospitals in Sydney. Located in Homebush in Sydney’s Inner West, we offer a wide range of specialist services and provide 24-hour emergency and critical care to referring Veterinarians and the public. We pride ourselves on offering the highest standard of patient care with a focus on offering our clients the best standard of customer service. We have a dedicated Critical Care Unit with state-of-the-art equipment to provide dedicated care to the most critically ill patients. Our Critical Care Unit is staffed with Critical Care Specialists and highly experienced Veterinary Nurses and Technicians, 365 days of the year.
The Animal Referral Hospital at Homebush in Sydney is looking for Emergency Vet Nurses to join our close-knit team that is dedicated to the best possible patient outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing amazing nursing care to critically ill and injured patients from triage throughout their stay with us
- Working directly with our skilled veterinary team to deliver timely and effective treatment and patient care
- Monitor patients closely, administer medications, assist with medical and surgical procedures as needed
- IV catheter placement, blood collection, assisting with diagnostic imaging. This could progress to advanced line placements and advanced critical monitoring in our dedicated CCU for the right candidate
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with hospital protocols
- Client communication, providing advice, answering questions and supporting clients during stressful times
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent with minimum 2yrs nursing experience
- Have a passion to advance their skills with regular CE and ongoing in-house mentorship
- Strong attention to detail with ability to multitask/prioritise
- Ability to provide high quality patient care even in busy conditions
- A friendly, team player attitude - team culture is very important to us!
- Strong communication skills
- Flexibility to work across days, evenings, overnight, weekends, and some public holidays
- Previous experience working within an emergency and specialty hospital would be highly regarded but not essential
We can offer you:
- Full-time, Part-time or Casual hours available
- Competitive remuneration rates
- Rostering to support a work-life balance
- Discounts on veterinary treatment within Speciality and Greencross GP clinics
- Discounts within Petbarn retail stores
- Free on-site parking and close to public transport
- Leave entitlements – up to 5 weeks annual leave/year for shiftworkers, personal/sick leave, carers leave (all leave benefits as per award)
- Continuous education via out online platform including access to programs such as At Dove, Vet Webinar and Proskills
- Free annual influenza vaccination
- Free access to confidential Employee Assistance Program LifeWorks 24/7
Join us at ARH Homebush and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families when they need it most. Click Here to Apply Now and be part of our dedicated team!
Motto Farm Veterinary Hospital, Heatherbrae, Port Stephens (posted 14th March)
Motto Farm Veterinary Hospital | Full-Time (or Part-Time) Veterinary Nurse
About Us:
At Motto Farm Vet Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional care to our furry companions. Our state-of-the-art facility is dedicated to ensuring the health and well-being of our patients while delivering outstanding service to our clients. With a team of experienced professionals and a supportive work environment, we are committed to excellence in veterinary care.
The Opportunity:
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We’re seeking a dedicated Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis (or part-time for the candidate!). As a vital member of our team, you’ll support our veterinarians in delivering top-notch patient care. With shifts rotating between surgery, hospital, and reception, no two days will ever be the same! We’re also happy to offer flexibility and can accommodate your preferences in specific areas, whether you prefer surgery shifts, reception, or hospital duties.
What we're looking for:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
- Experience as a Vet Nurse, with knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures would prove very beneficial.
- Availability for 1 in 4 weekends.
- An empathetic, caring nurse that always advocates for their patients.
- Exceptional communication skills to build relationships with our clients.
- An eye for detail, a good work ethic and a willingness to keep learning and improving both themselves and the practice.
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Induction & Onboarding: We’ll help you transition seamlessly into our team with ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Great Place to Work Certified: Join a team that values and supports you!
- Novated Vehicle Leasing Options: Get the vehicle you need while managing your finances smartly.
- Impactful Work: Know that you’re making a meaningful contribution to the health of our patients, clients, and the community.
- Paid Parental Leave & Purrental Leave: We celebrate all families—furry ones included!
- VC Learning Academy: Access to an online learning portal for your professional growth.
- Employee Wellness Programs: We prioritize your well-being with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- National Support Network: As part of the Vets Central Network, you’ll connect with like-minded professionals across the country.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re an enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse looking to thrive in a supportive and innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be part of something special. Apply Now and Join Our Caring Family.
For further information, please reach out to our careers team at: careers@vetscentral.com.au
Vets on Crown, Surry Hills, Inner City Sydney (posted 13th March)
Vets On Crown (Paramount Veterinary Services) in Surry Hills is hiring -
*Veterinary Nurse*
Vets on Crown just keeps on growing, and we need some more magical nurses to help us get through the work load!
Who are we?!
We are a young and fun team of animal lovers, working in a fast paced boutique clinic with on-site doggy day care, cat boarding and puppy school. We also have dedicated receptionists. We see all kinds of pets from the cute first vaccinations, to the older animals needing extra TLC.
We are close to lots of cafes and bars, excellent transport links and many of our clients are insured and bring their pets in at the first sign of illness.
Our nurse team has the experience, and we want to share it! A Cert 4, an eagerness to learn and be the best is what we ask for. We can do the rest! Nurse education is supported, encouraged and funded!
Our nurses are hands on and place IV's, take bloods, perform x-rays and dental prophylaxis and are encouraged to spend quality time with the patients.
What we offer:
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
- Hands-on experience in both nursing and practice management
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Duties:
- General veterinary nursing duties including assisting the Veterinarian in consultations, monitoring anaesthesia, preparing for surgery, providing treatment, processing lab samples, providing general advice for clients, caring for boarding animals, etc.
- In house blood test equipment – Abaxis.
- Assisting with consultations, examinations and treatment.
- Admission and discharge of patients.
- Client management and billing with Vetlink SQL practice management software.
- Anaesthetic monitoring.
- Surgery / dental preparation and assistance.
- Dental assistance, including x-ray and dental x-ray assistance.
- Laser machine assistance.
- Monitor and care for patients including pre and post-operative care.
- General customer service duties include welcoming clients, admitting patients, processing insurance claims, processing payments, discharging patients.
- Maintaining overall hygiene and stocking of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment.
Please email your resume to omid@vetsoncrown.com.au or call on 0414-801458 to discuss further.
See our website: https://vetsoncrown.com.au/
The Ark Veterinary Hospital Lindfield, Sydney's Upper North Shore (posted 11th March)
Experienced Vet Nurse with Compassion and Enthusiasm
We are a dynamic team that thrive on going above and beyond to keep pets healthy and owners educated and happy. Our team are energetic, friendly and motivated team players (we even enjoy each other's company socially!).
Our independent hospital prides itself on long-term relationships with our clients and their pets. Our emphasis on compassion, empathy and teamwork are the values we stand by to deliver gold standard of care to all our patients. We were the winners of the Local Business Awards in 2023 for Outstanding Pet Care in our region and listed as Finalists in 2024.
“We are dedicated to caring gently for your pet with expertise and kindness”
What we can offer you:
- A fun and busy work environment
- The opportunity to take ownership of nurse driven procedures
- Assist with a wide variety of medical and surgical cases using superior equipment
- Dedication to your career development through ongoing training and continuing education
- Above award wages
- No after hours, Sundays or public holiday shifts
- Convenient location with easy access to public transport
- Will consider Full or Part-Time Employment for the right candidate
- Immediate Start!
The ideal candidate will:
- Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse or Equivalent
- Be able to work well under pressure and juggle multiple patients and tasks
- Possess excellent customer service skills and a willingness to further them
- Have a caring and empathetic nature to deal with all types of clients and situations
- Open to Vet Nursing students currently enrolled in Cert IV courses with practical experience in a Vet Clinic
We'd love to hear from you if you have any questions about the role, or if you're already convinced you're the person we are looking for, please send your resume and cover letter to Annie at operations@arkvets.com.au
SASH Sydney, North Ryde, Sydney (posted 10th March) Oncology Nurse
North Ryde - Oncology Nurse
- Business hours only four days a week, no weekends!
- Excellent training and development programs available
- Access to the latest technology and equipment!
Nurses are at the heart of our team and we would not be able to do what we do without our amazing nurses. The North Ryde Internal Medicine team are seeking an Oncology Nurse to join us, and continue the extraordinary care we provide to our patients and their families.
This is a full-time, permanent position however we would consider a part-time offer for the right person.
To learn more about our Oncology team please click on the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqyJEfZjP7o
Who are we looking for?
As a passionate nurse who can work independently with a reliable, adaptable and proactive approach to your work, you will have:
- Completed a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with minimum of 4 years, full-time experience as a qualified nurse
- Demonstrated desire and drive to pursue professional and personal development.
- Have a high level of enthusiasm and initiative
- Knowledge and understanding of basic medical/oncological diseases and associated terminology
- Excellent venepuncture skills
- Understanding of the importance of safe chemotherapy handling and administrative protocols to ensure the safety of patients and staff
- Confidence with anaesthesia and monitoring sedations
- Demonstrated ability to anticipate and prepare what may be required by Oncologists when assisting with procedures
What's in it for You?
- Competitive salary packaging based on qualifications and experience
- Generous continuing education allowance renewed yearly
- Paid parental leave for ALL new and expecting parents
- Flexible work/life balance day shift only 8am – 6pm
If you interested in a great opportunity to grow in a fast-paced environment, with excellent facilities on challenging and rewarding cases, we would love to hear from you!
Please apply now with your resume if you are interested in this amazing opportunity via https://adr.to/k6rwwai
SASH Sydney, North Ryde, Sydney (posted 10th March) Cardiology Nurse
North Ryde - Cardiology Nurse
- Business hours only 8am - 6pm four days a week!
- Independent opportunity as part of the broader Internal Med Team
- Access the newest facilities and technology!
SASH is the largest veterinary specialist hospital group in the Southern Hemisphere and we are privileged to care for over 18,000 pets and their families each year, offering a wide variety of services to our patients we are now seeking a Cardiology Nurse to join the North Ryde team.
Please click here to see photos! 
What your day-to-day will look like
- Assist cardiologist in consults, examination of patients as well as coordination of medications, plans and patient care
- Assist with echocardiography of patients and perform ECGs
- Become proficient in the placement, downloading and reading of Holter monitors, including ordering of equipment and entering monitor results into patient records
- Be proficient in the placement of nasal oxygen in heart failure patients, setting up and monitoring of CRIs as required, placement of IV catheters and monitoring of patients with respiratory compromise
- Assist with breeder heart checks via coordinating the paperwork, scanning microchips, and organizing the patients
- Treatments of cardiac patients in hospital. Occasional cases may require ventilation
- Assist cardiology procedures & general hospital fluoroscopies as needed
- Ordering cardiac specific drugs and devices required for cardiac procedures
To learn more about our Cardiology team check out the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JW0SJSMX1NI
What's in it for You?
- Competitive salary packaging based on qualifications and experience
- Generous continuing education allowance renewed yearly
- Paid parental leave for ALL new and expecting parents
- Flexible work/life balance Monday-Thursday OR Tuesday-Friday
Who are we looking for?
- Completed a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with minimum of 4 years, full-time experience as a qualified nurse
- Motivation and participation in continuing education outside of paid work
- Experience working in an emergency referral hospital
- Previous experience as a Cardiology Nurse is highly regarded
- Previous experience as a Specialist Nurse in Surgery, Medicine or Anaesthesia would be highly regarded but is not essential
If you interested in this opportunity, we would love to hear from you - apply today with your resume via https://adr.to/oh7gkai
Allambie Vet, Northern Beaches, Sydney (posted 7th March)
Veterinary Nurse – Full-Time, Part-Time & Casual Opportunities
📍 Allambie Vet | Northern Beaches, Sydney NSW
Looking for a rewarding veterinary nursing role where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work-life balance is respected? We've got you covered!
At Allambie Vet, we are a well-established, family-operated veterinary hospital providing high-quality care to pets and their families. Our collaborative and inclusive culture ensures that every team member feels supported, appreciated, and empowered to advance their career.
Why You'll Love Working with Us
🐾 Flexible Work Options – Full-time, part-time, and casual positions available
🐾 Work-Life Balance – No Sundays, no after-hours, minimal Saturdays (unless you want more)
🐾 Career Growth – CPD allowance, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities
🐾 Advanced Nursing Opportunities – Hands-on experience in surgery, anaesthesia, medical nursing, patient monitoring, and more
🐾 Supportive & Experienced Team – Work alongside highly skilled vets, dedicated nurses, and a friendly support team
🐾 Positive Workplace Culture – A collaborative, non-toxic work environment where your contributions are valued
🐾 Well-Equipped Hospital – Modern facilities with advanced technology to support best-practice care
🐾 A Great Location – Work in the stunning Northern Beaches, close to the water and a fantastic local community
What You'll Be Doing
🔹 Assisting in surgical and medical cases, including anaesthesia monitoring, IV catheter placement, blood sampling, and administering treatments
🔹 Providing high-level patient care, ensuring comfort and wellbeing throughout their visit
🔹 Client communication & education, ensuring pet owners feel informed and supported
🔹 Managing hospitalised and post-operative patients with care and attention
🔹 Collaborating with vets, nurses, and receptionists to maintain smooth clinic operations
🔹 Keeping accurate patient records and treatment plans up to date
What We're Looking For
✔ Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
✔ Minimum 2 years' experience in small animal nursing
✔ Strong teamwork & communication skills – able to work efficiently in a busy environment
✔ Proactive problem-solver with great attention to detail
✔ Being reliable and accountable at all times
✔ A positive attitude coming to work every day
✔ Compassionate & professional in patient and client care
✔ Commitment to learning & professional development
✔ Driver's Licence essential for patient transfers
Ready to Join Our Team?
📩 Apply Now – Send your resume and cover letter to Ally at ally@allambievet.com.au Come be a part of a team where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work-life balance matters
Rockdale Veterinary Hospital, Bexley, Southern Sydney (posted 7th March)
Veterinary Nurse
Are you a superstar vet nurse looking to practice the highest standards of care? Are you keen to work in a beautiful, purpose-built clinic? Are you looking for a little inspiration in your career?
Perfect, then we can help! We opened our brand new clinic in Rockdale 18 months ago and are looking for an upbeat, friendly person to join our team. We’re in an exciting growth stage on our clinic’s journey and we need your help to continue to offer first class, fear free care to our fur patients and parents.
The exciting part!- All of our team members are Fear Free certified and if you’re not already, then we will get you there!
- We will give you $500 each year towards further study of interest
Is this role right for you?
We are searching for a qualified Cert IV vet nurse with at least 1 year experience. We want you to be motivated, caring and committed to your role. We will take the time to continue to train you into a terrific nurse and provide you with lots of support.
The role is FULL or PART time and available to start immediately. We will offer the right candidate a competitive salary package in line with experience and promote ongoing education opportunities to help make you the best you can be! As part of the role you will be required to work your share of weekends.
Here to help
If you're ready to join a clinic striving for the best in pet and client care, then please send your application through to Rob at rob@rockdalevets.com.au.
We look forward to you joining the team!
ONE Cancer Care for Pets, Artarmon, Sydney's Lower North Shore (posted 6th March)
Oncology Nurse (permanent or casual)
The Oncology Network for Excellence (ONE) is the leading comprehensive cancer service in Australia, dedicated to delivering the best possible outcomes for their patients and clients. They pride themselves on providing a true comprehensive and collaborative approach to veterinary oncology with services across Sydney.
Our oncology team are looking for a dedicated oncology nurse who enjoy working collaboratively with their team, as well as other specialists within our broader community. Part-time, full-time and casual opportunities available.
Duties would include but are not limited to:
- Maintaining client relationships
- In-hospital patient care alongside the referral oncology team
- Administering chemotherapy under veterinary supervision
- Dispensing veterinary prescribed chemotherapy drugs
- Updating chemotherapy flowcharts
- Pathology and histopathology laboratory coordination
What are we needing from you:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Minimum of two years veterinary nursing experience in a busy clinic. Previous oncology or referral experience is preferred
- Excellent intravenous skills and proficient in anaesthesia induction and monitoring under veterinary supervision
- Understanding of cytotoxic substances and procedures
- Passionate about providing gold standard patient care
- Empathetic client and patient rapport
Join the ONE Cancer Care team and enjoy the benefits:
- Competitive salary that is reflective of the experience you bring to the position
- Support for continuous clinical training and career development.
- Access to our Mental Health, Wellbeing & Employee Assistance Program
- Discounts on health insurance for you and your pets
- A diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact
- Other exciting industry benefits
ONE Cancer Care is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please Apply Now.
If you are interested in being part of a dedicated oncology service, then this is the role for you.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Dr Alex Fox from the Talent Acquisition team on alex.fox@vetpartners.com.au
PETstock VET Bennetts Green, Newcastle/Lake Macquarie (posted 6th March)
Veterinary Nurse | Petstock Vet Bennetts Green – JR104632
Petstock Vet Bennetts Green is a small cohesive team who have come together from various Veterinary pathways. Including Emergency and Critical Care, University teaching hospitals, wildlife rehabilitation and mixed practice.
The clinic has a varied and exciting caseload, who work closely with local rescue groups preparing animals for adoption.
We are on the search for an experienced casual Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team!
Working 10-15 hours with the potential to increase along with clinic growth.
What we’re looking for…
- Experienced Veterinary Nurse with relevant vet nursing qualifications (Minimum Certificate IV required).
- Strong anaesthetic/ surgical experience.
- Comfortable managing medical cases.
- Provides exceptional care for our pet clients & their family!
- Builds strong & meaningful relationships with both colleagues & clients.
- Knowledge of EzyVet an advantage, but not essential.
- Enjoys working in a team.
- All round superstar - reception, clinical nurse, surgical nurse.
In return, we are offering:
- Regular snacks.
- Receive support and mentorship.
- No after hours, Sundays or Public Holidays,
- Shared rotating Saturday roster.
- Professional development resources.
- Opportunity for internal career advancement.
- Significant Team member, family & pet discounts across Petstock Group & Woolworth’s reward programs.
- Access to the Petstock Group’s Employee Assistance Program (Health & wellbeing support).
If this opportunity sounds like the role, you are looking for, Apply Today!
Alternatively, if you would like to have a confidential conversation about a career at Petstock Vet contact Vanessa, Recruitment Coordinator on vanessa.fernandez@petstockvet.com.au
Petstock Vet has established itself as an industry leader with a focus on delivering innovative patient care whilst providing a work environment where our team are valued for the experience & skill set, they bring.
Our diversity makes us better...we are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves.
Kiama Veterinary Hospital, South Coast (posted 5th March)
Join Our Team of Passionate Vet Nurses in Beautiful Kiama!
We’re on the hunt for a Certificate IV qualified vet nurse to join our vibrant and progressive team on the stunning south coast of NSW in the coastal town of Kiama. Whether you’re looking for a full-time, part-time, or casual role, we have the perfect opportunity for someone with a great sense of humour, enthusiasm for high-quality veterinary care, and a love for providing exceptional client service.
About Us: Our practice is a well-equipped, 3-4 vet mixed practice serving a loyal client base that trusts us to provide top-notch surgical and medical care. We regularly perform complex orthopaedic surgery including TPLO’s. We boast high quality equipment, including:
- Digital radiography
- IM3 dental unit and x-ray
- High-quality ultrasound with Doppler
- Abaxis full biochemistry, haematology, and coagulation machines
What You'll Do:
- Provide expert care and handling of animals
- Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of equipment and areas
- Perform nursing duties: treatments, pre/post-operative care, procedures
- Deliver exceptional client service (in person, via email, and phone)
- Manage administration tasks and inquiries professionally
- Confidently monitor anaesthesia and conduct radiography
What We're Looking For:
- Enthusiastic team player
- Strong knowledge of veterinary nursing procedures
- Excellent time management skills
- Excellent communication skills, both phone and in person
- Calm, professional, and friendly manner
- Minimum 2 years' clinic experience
- Experience with Vision Practice software is a bonus, but not essential
Why Join Us?
- Work in a close-knit, supportive team
- Enjoy life in the beautiful coastal town of Kiama
- Be part of a practice that values growth and development
- Enjoy a varied and rewarding role where every day brings something different
Ready to make a difference? Check out our website and social pages to learn more about us:
To apply, email your resume to the Practice Manager at fiona@kiamavet.com.au
Ramsgate Veterinary Hospital, Southern Sydney (posted 4th March)
Ramsgate Veterinary Services is hiring – Vet Nurse
Ramsgate vet just keeps on growing, and we need some more magical nurses to help us get through the work load!
- Brand new Hospital
- State of art facilities
- 2.5 vets practice
- Perfect location
- Free parking
- Walking distance to Ramsgate beach, cafes and bus stop right outside the clinic.
Who are we?!
We are young and fun team of animal lovers, working in a fast paced, brand new boutique clinic. We see all kinds of pets from the cute first vaccinations, to the older animals needing extra TLC.
We are proud to promote a positive and inclusive workplace that has a busy social diary, lots of coffee and treats daily and even weekends away for the team to bond outside of work!
A Cert 4, an eagerness to learn and be the best is what we ask for. We can do the rest! Nurse education is supported, encouraged and funded!
Our nurses are hands on and place IV’s, take bloods, perform x-rays and dental prophylaxis and are encouraged to spend quality time with the patients.
Duties:
- General veterinary nursing duties including assisting the Veterinarian in consultations, monitoring anaesthesia, preparing for surgery, providing treatment, processing lab samples, providing general advice for clients, caring for boarding animals, etc.
- In house blood test equipment – Abaxis.
- Assisting with consultations, examinations and treatment.
- Admission and discharge of patients.
- Client management and billing with Vetlink SQL practice management software.
- Anaesthetic monitoring.
- Surgery / dental preparation and assistance.
- Dental assistance, including x-ray and dental x-ray assistance.
- Monitor and care for patients including pre and post-operative care.
- General customer service duties include welcoming clients, admitting patients, processing insurance claims, processing payments, discharging patients.
- Maintaining overall hygiene and stocking of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment.
- Answering client enquiries in a professional and courteous manner.
- Reception duties include answering phone, schedule appointments for grooming and veterinary consults, paperwork and document filing.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Enthusiastic, client focused, friendly and self-motivated.
With a competitive remuneration package above the award and a great team to collaborate with, it’s an exciting time to be part of our team.
Please email your resume to omid@vetsoncrown.com.au or call on 0414-801458 to discuss further.
Parkes Veterinary Hospital, Parkes, Central West (posted 4th March)
About Us:
Parkes Veterinary Hospital is set to open soon and we require another nurse to join our team. This purpose built hospital has plenty of space to work in, plenty of parking and is easy to commute to. Featuring 2 consult rooms, separate dog and cat wards, imaging room for xray and ultrasound, large surgery room, office, laboratory, kitchen and an isolation ward with flow-through working ease to minimise hallway congestion, this hospital is long-awaited and excited to open. The town has been without a mixed practice vet facilities for over 2 years and is so grateful we are opening!
What Are We Looking For?
We currently have a position open for an experienced nurse for either a full-time or part-time permanent position. Job duties will involve reception, general nursing and in-patient care, anaesthetic and post-surgery responsibilities as well as mentorship of junior nurse/trainees. Nurse consults will be available such as nail clips, beransa/cytopoint/cartrophen injections and ear cleans. You will be placing catheters, running lab tests, blood collection, intubating, surgical preparation and keeping an eye on the patients in hospital.
What We Require?
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) recognised in Australia.
- Experience as a Veterinary Nurse is essential
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive outlook
- Passion for ongoing personal and professional growth
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Some occasional Saturday work (in the future, not immediately)
- Afterhours- kept to a minimum as much as possible with restricted hours and on rotating roster unless prefer to be available. Well remunerated for the extra assistance
What Do We Offer?
- Pay: generous above award pay + super- we want to reward our staff with better pay packets for their hard work
- Flexible working environment
- Ability and opportunities to support your own professional development (surgical nursing, anaesthesia, intensive care nursing etc)
- A team that loves to get their lunch and snack breaks and are scheduled in appropriately
- ‘We listen and we don’t judge”: if you have any ideas that will streamline tasks or improve current protocols. We will listen. We aim for team involvement and input to help everyone’s day improve
- In house pathology, digital radiography, ultrasonography, medical and surgical services within a brand new hospital facility
- A workplace committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism, integrity, and a love for animals.
If you would like to enquire more about the position please forward your interest including CV & resume to admin@parkesvethospital.com.au
Fairford Road Animal Hospital, Bankstown, SW Sydney (posted 3rd March)
Join Our Team at Fairford Rd Animal Hospital!
Are you a passionate, skilled Vet Nurse who loves what you do? We’re looking for a Part-time Vet Nurse to join our talented and dynamic team at Fairford Rd Animal Hospital.
Established in 1970, Fairford Road Animal Hospital has been part of the Bankstown and surrounding community for many years. In more recent times the hospital has been fully renovated, upgrading to the best possible facilities in which to provide animal care.
We offer an extensive range of Professional Veterinary Services, Animal Care Products and Boarding Facilities. Our qualified staff are passionate about animal health and continually complete further training and development to increase their knowledge and remain up to date with current products and procedures. We promote best practice for the pets we care for, as they are part of the Fairford Road Family.
Benefits of Joining Us:
- Competitive hourly rate and benefits package.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Access to training centres, online courses and dedicated nurse programs.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
- Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Staff discounts, including Health and Wellbeing benefits.
- Employee Referral Bonus’.
- Paid parental leave and return to work bonus.
What We’re Looking For:
- A qualified Veterinary Nurse with relevant certifications.
- Strong experience in nursing and handling a variety of cases.
- A positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
- A genuine passion for animal care and a commitment to providing the best service to our clients and their pets.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
About The Role
- Provide exceptional customer care and education to our clients
- Support our Vets with routine examinations, diagnostics and procedures
- Manage the admission and discharge of surgical and hospital cases
- Provide surgical and hospital nursing including monitoring anaesthetics
- Conduct blood collection and testing, iv catheter placement
- Prepare and administer medications as required
- Assist with x-rays, ultrasounds and dental procedures
- Maintain surgical and treatment areas infection control
- Provide pre and post compassionate care to hospitalised cases
- General day to day nursing duties
Apply Now!
If you’re looking to make a real impact in a vibrant, rewarding clinic, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and cover letter to steph.dealmeida@vet.partners to become part of our amazing team at Fairford Rd Animal Hospital.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Baulkham Hills Veterinary Hospital, Hills District, North-West Sydney (posted 27th February)
Experienced Full-Time Veterinary Nurse
The Baulkham Hills Veterinary Hospital has a position available for an experienced, Certificate 4 qualified veterinary nurse. We are located in the Hills district of northwest suburban Sydney and have been a trusted part of our community for over 50 years. We are a companion animal practice with an interesting mix of patients including dogs, cats, small exotics and wildlife. This is a permanent full time position, mainly Monday to Friday with some weekend sessions available. You will working as part of a collaborative and supportive team of 6 vets and 10 support staff and have the opportunity to develop a satisfying nursing career in a friendly practice environment with committed and appreciative clients.
There are reception duties as well as the full range of nursing responsibilities and general duties. Applicants must possess and be experienced with higher level nursing skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, surgical monitoring and dentistry as there is a significant exposure to higher level surgical and medical procedures.
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) recognised in Australia.
- Experience as a Veterinary Nurse is essential.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for ongoing personal and professional growth.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
Opportunity Highlights:
- Great Place to Work – Certified: Join a clinic renowned for its positive and inclusive work culture.
- Novated Vehicle Leasing Options: Access flexible vehicle leasing arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
- Great Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a supportive and balanced work environment that prioritizes your well-being.
- Mental Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from our accreditation as a ‘Skilled Mental Health First Aid®’ workplace, focusing on mental health and work-life balance.
- Flare HR Perks & Discounts: Save on everyday expenses like groceries, electronics, entertainment, and more.
- Paid Parental and Purrental Leave: Receive paid leave for both human and furry family members.
- VC Learning Academy: Utilize our online learning portal for continuous education and skill development.
- Personal Wellness: Take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your overall well-being.
- National Vets Central Network: Connect with a broad network of like-minded professionals across the nation.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@vetscentral.com.au
Apply now to join our team and make a difference in veterinary care!
Balmain Veterinary Hospital, Balmain/Rozelle, Inner West Sydney (posted 27th February)
Calling all Veterinary Nurses…
If you're looking for a hospital where you feel supported and valued, and where you can build your skills and career… We've got you covered! We place emphasis on staff harmony and are strong supporters of the continuing education of all staff.
If you're looking for a role that enables flexibility for you to fulfil your family commitments and live the lifestyle you want… We've got you covered! You tell us what you want and how you want to work!
We are offering:
- Permanent full-time position, as well as casual or fixed term roles
- No Sunday work
- Minimal Saturday work
- No afterhours
- Flexible working environment
Who are we?
Balmain Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, 10 x full-time Veterinarian practice. We have been delivering superior quality veterinary services to the Balmain/Rozelle community for over 50 years. As a sizeable hospital, we regularly see interesting cases and are able to practice very high-quality medicine. We are committed to providing excellent service to all of our clients and patients in a professional and friendly environment. Our clients are the best.
The owners of the hospital are vets who work in the practice, all of whom have undergone management and leadership training through The Lincoln Institute and who actively work on having the best work culture.
Who are you?
The successful applicant will possess the following attributes:
- A passion for working with animals in a community-centric environment
- A pro-active nature and willingness to go above and beyond for clients, animals and colleagues
- Be comfortable working in a well-managed team where team members are encouraged to grow and are accountable for their position
- Commitment to continuing education and a natural curiosity
- Excellent time management and organisational skills with a strong attention to detail
- Good presentation, excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment managing multiple tasks
- Have a good sense of humour and a keenness to actively help create a positive and enjoyable workplace
- This role is only suitable for experienced Vet Nurses
- You must have the right to legally live and work in Australia to apply.
This is your opportunity to join a friendly team that is passionate about providing outstanding care to animals and excellent customer service to their owners.
If you feel well suited to this position and wish to apply, please send your cover letter and resume to: bvhcareer@gmail.com
You must have the right to legally live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Kogarah Veterinary Hospital, Sydney South (posted 27th February)
Full Time Experienced Vet Nurse
Are you a passionate Vet Nurse seeking a unique opportunity to shine?
Kogarah Veterinary Surgery is looking for a Full-time Vet Nurse to join our fast-paced, thriving team.
Kogarah Veterinary Clinic is the most popular veterinary hospital in the South of Sydney, we are the buzz of the community on social media as the place to take your animal, because we are caring, compassionate and committed to providing the best veterinary care to our patients. Our clinic facility consists of 4 consult rooms, 2 surgical theatre rooms, 2 integrated in-house pathology systems, iM3 dental X-ray and more…
Some of our benefits include:
- Full-Time opportunity working 5 days a week
- Supportive and Collaborative Team: Join our well-rounded veterinary and nursing team, fostering an environment conducive to your professional growth.
- Assess to Vetpartners training centre and opportunity to attend workshops to further skills
- A focus on recognition, celebration of success' and individualised career development plans
- The Mental Health, Wellbeing & Employee Assistance Program e.g. Access to Assure
- Various discounts e.g. SpecSavers, access to Medibank Corporate Health Cover and staff discounts
- Paid Parental and Return to work bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Fitness Passport
What we are looking for:
- Certificate IV Vet Nurse with minimum 1 year Vet Nursing experience
- Provide effective support to veterinarians in all aspects of veterinary nursing, including anaesthetic monitoring, animal handling, IV catheter placement and blood collection
- Have strong problem solving, decision making and organisational skills
- Be committed to high standards of service excellence and clinical care
- Positive can-do attitude
Finally
If you're the "Rockstar" Vet Nurse we're searching for, take centre stage in your career journey and apply today!
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success. Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please 'Apply Now’
Sydney Animal Hospital - Baulkham Hills, The Hills Shire, North-West Sydney (posted 26th February)
Senior Nurse / Practice Manager needed for a Brand new, purpose built hospital in the Hills District.
Sydney Animal Hospitals Baulkham Hills is a brand new clinic with excellent surgical and medical facilities and we are growing fast!
We opened less than one year ago, and in that time our client base has grown, and our team has doubled in size.
Our purpose built hospital services the Hills and surroundings areas with a state of the art surgical suite, access to CT, and a fully loaded rehabilitation centre on site with hydrotherapy. Our facilities and experienced team means we can offer expert surgical and medical care above the usual GP capabilities.
We have multiple consult rooms, so have plenty of room to care for the fun routine aspects of GP such as puppy and kitten checks, annual vaccinations as well as everything in-between.
Who are we looking for?
- A nurse who loves to think on their feet and be hands on – We want you placing catheters, intubating, taking xrays, surgical preparation and ensuring that the nursing standards are gold.
- Someone who loves surgery – we are looking for a nurse who enjoying being in theatre, whether its monitoring those hairy anaesthetics or scrubbing in
- Someone who loves to teach and mentor – we have an enthusiastic team of nurses who enjoy learning and challenging themselves to be the best
- Someone with a positive outlook. We pride ourselves on being a fun and mentally healthy workplace. Our nurses always get a break, snacks are plentiful and there is always plenty of banter and jokes to get us through the work day.
- Someone organised. Do you like things to live in their rightful place? Are you a fan of protocols so no task is left behind? We are looking for someone to help drive these and implement any new processes that can help us be more streamlined
- Do you enjoy leadership? We want someone to lead the team to continue to be successful
- Do you love to chat to clients? Being a new hospital, we need to take that extra time to impress our clients, so client chit chats are encouraged.
For those looking to step in to management there is also the opportunity to be involved in the management of rosters, ordering, staff performance, timesheets, banking, and recruitment.
If you are looking for the next challenge, love building client relationships and have a passion for surgery please get in touch!
Email: alana.dent@sydneyanimalhospitals.com.au
Or call: 0416 722 941 for a confidential discussion.
Narellan Animal Hospital, SW Sydney (posted 26th February)
Narellan Animal Hospital
Casual Veterinary Nurse
About Us
Narellan is located 60 kilometres southwest of the Sydney CBD. It offers a great family community with a vast array of shopping outlets, a cinema complex and numerous five-star restaurants throughout the area. Narellan Animal Hospital is a purpose-built ASAVA accredited 'Hospital of Excellence'. We offer comprehensive services to our clients including medical, surgical (including visiting surgeon), IDEXX in-house pathology, digital radiology (including dental radiology), grooming, cat boarding and puppy pre-school. This rapidly growing hospital aims to provide a fun, enthusiastic and supportive working environment.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate and patient-care-focused Casual Veterinary Nurse to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with our experienced veterinarians across all areas of small animal veterinary practice, including hospital care, surgery, consultations, and reception. We pride ourselves on delivering the highest standard of patient care, veterinary excellence, and customer service.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) is desirable.
- Previous experience in a veterinary clinic is preferred.
- Available on Fridays and Saturdays, with flexible availability throughout the rest of the week as required.
- Strong communication skills, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer service.
- Highly motivated and honest with a great work ethic.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a high-performing team.
- Flexible and adaptable in a team environment.
- A desire to work in a patient-focused, high standard of care practice.
What’s on offer
- Competitive remuneration, depending on skills and experience.
- A supportive, inclusive, and fun team environment.
- Ongoing professional development through on-the-job training and access to the VC Learning Academy (online learning portal).
- Mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Novated vehicle leasing options.
- Paid Parental Leave, as well as Paid Purrental Leave (for your furry family members!).
- A workplace committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism, integrity, and a love for animals.
- Recognition as a Great Place to Work – Certified.
If you think you would make a great addition to our team, please send all applications and enquiries to careers@vetscentral.com.au.
Double Bay & Pyrmont Veterinary Hospitals, Sydney East & West (posted 26th February)
Double Bay and Pyrmont Veterinary Hospitals
Required: Qualified Veterinary Nurse (part time or full time position available)
$37.50 per hour plus super.
We are a busy small animal hospital, providing top quality patient care in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
We are a highly respected, modern, well-equipped practice located in a sought-after area of Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, with a second branch in Pyrmont. We are a team of highly experienced veterinarians and an excellent Nurses; you will not only have the tools but the team to help you succeed.
The job:
- Assisting veterinarians during consultations, examination and treatments, while using appropriate restraint techniques.
- Performing reception duties, including answering telephone calls, making appointments, preparing accounts and accepting payments.
- Assisting in the preparation, induction and monitoring of patients during surgical procedures.
- Basic grooming (comfort clipping, bathing, ear cleaning).
- Preparing and administering medications and treatments prescribed by veterinarians.
- Managing the day-to-day operational requirements of running two veterinary hospitals.
- Ensuring there is strong communication amongst the team, and driving them to achieve their goals (particularly the trainee nurses)
- Mentoring trainee nurses.
- Overseeing stocktake, stock rotation and product ordering for both clinics. Including the ordering and purchasing of stationery and supplies, equipment and building maintenance and repair.
Who are you?
- A Cert 4 qualified veterinary nurse with extensive experience in small animal care.
- An energetic individual with a positive and cooperative attitude.
- Committed and dedicated to your work, able to take initiative in appropriate situations
- Well presented and professional.
Please either call 0413 276 999 or forward expressions of interest and a resume to info@doublebayvet.com.au and shaneabood@mchenrynorris.com.au
Liverpool Veterinary Hospital, South West Sydney (posted 25th February)
Veterinary Nurse - Full or Part Time
About us:
Our clinic is a Three Vet small animal, family-oriented pet hospital and has been servicing the Liverpool area for over 35 years.
We are well equipped with in house Idexx Procyte, Catalyst and UA machines, brand new digital radiography, ultrasound, IM3 elite dental unit, dental x-ray and multiple equipment for monitoring, temperature control and supportive therapy.
What we are looking for in a nurse:
- An experienced Veterinary Nurse.
- Certificate 4 in Veterinary nursing.
- Hard-working with Great customer service and communication skills.
- A reliable person with a positive attitude.
- Ability to multi-task and maintain high standards.
You will be responsible for:
- Medical nursing duties such as i.v catheter placements, administering medication, caring for hospitalised patients
- Reception duties including phone calls, admission and discharges
- Nurse consults for post op check ups, suture removals, nail clips, follow up injections eg Synovan, Beransa, cytopoint or B12.
- Surgery duties including set up, monitoring, recovery, surgery room disinfection and maintaining of surgical instruments.
- Pathology routines including blood collection, running in house bloods, UA, staining slides, labelling specimens etc.
Benefits of joining us:
- Competitive above-award wages based on experience.
- Access to employee perks including discounts on services and products.
- Bonus on special occasions (Christmas and Easter).
- Ongoing training, support and professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Free on-site parking.
We are looking for a driven individual who is passionate about being a nurse. If this is you, we’d like to hear about it.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Suzanne at: vets@lvh.com.au
For more information, see www.lvh.com.au, 
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Kidman Way Veterinary Surgery, Central Western NSW (posted 25th February) Maternity Leave Position
Maternity Leave Position - Veterinary Nurse
Kidman Way Veterinary Surgery Cobar is seeking an enthusiastic and hard working individual to join our team as a Veterinary Nurse & Practice Manager to fulfill a Maternity leave position. The position will be commencing in July for 6-12 months, with the possibility of ongoing employment.
On the job training will be provided with the opportunity to start part time employment immediately for the successful applicant.
What you will do:
- All aspects of medical and surgical nursing.
- Admissions and discharges.
- Cleaning.
- Performing administrative duties.
- Manage stock, schedules, compliance and place orders.
- Communicating with other Veterinary staff, referral clinics, product representatives, pathologists, wholesalers and members of the community.
- Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations.
- Communicating with pet owners, providing guidance, addressing their questions, offering support during emotional times and completing bookings.
About you:
- Certificate III or IV Veterinary Nurse qualification desirable but not essential.
- Previous experience in reception, customer service or administrative roles.
- Experience working with and a genuine love for animals.
- Attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communication and organisation skills.
- A genuine desire to provide a high standard of care to patients and clients.
- Commitment to promoting a positive workplace.
- Ability to remain calm and work efficiently in busy and stressful situations.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to show compassion.
What we can offer you:
- A challenging and rewarding role.
- A collaborative team environment where nurses and vets work alongside one another.
- 4 day working week
- Support with training and continuing education.
- A highly supportive environment.
- Interesting case load with both large and small animals.
- Award wages.
How to apply:
Interested applicants are encouraged to either hand their resume and cover letter in to 32 Blakey Street Cobar or email to Cobar@kidmanwayvet.com.au.
Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre, North-East NSW (posted 24th February) Equine Vet Nurse
Equine Veterinary Nurse – Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre (full time)
- Experienced team of veterinarians, nurse and support people
- Offering variety of nursing in assisted reproduction, hospital and out calls
- Beautifully located in Tamworth, NSW.
Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre
Tamworth Equine Veterinary Centre is a referral equine hospital located in Tamworth, the heart of the New South Wales north west Pleasure and Performance Horse region. The practice offers Assisted Reproduction services; Intensive Care, Lameness and Podiatry for horses in our hospital and provides a comprehensive On Farm service to our equine clients in the region.
The Role
The Equine Nurse position is a full-time fixed term position. You are well supported by an experienced team of veterinarians, visiting specialists, nurses and support team. This is a Monday – Friday role with minimal weekend requirements (approx. 1 in 4 on call).
The Culture
Our vision is to be the best at patient care and the best place to work.
Skills and experience
- Certificate 4 or equivalent experience in Veterinary Nursing
- Experience in working with a variety of horses
- Prioritise and work effectively within a team.
Benefits
- Full-time position
- Varied and interesting role
- Ongoing supported career development
- Peer support from experienced nurses.
Please apply by sending your CV and cover letter to HR@sconeequine.com.au.
Dr Paws Lane Cove, Sydney Lower North Shore (posted 21st February)
Experienced Vet Nurse Wanted - Part Time
Dr Paws Lane Cove is seeking an experienced veterinary nurse to join our dedicated team. We’re a small, hardworking group that enjoys providing top-notch care for our patients and clients while having fun along the way.
Location: Lane Cove is just 9 km from Sydney's CBD, with local attractions such as Lane Cove National Park and the stunning East Coast beaches like Manly, Bondi, and Coogee all within a 30-minute drive.
About the Role: We’re looking for someone who is:
- Highly motivated
- An excellent communicator
- Able to work both independently and under pressure in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Capable of multitasking and staying organized in day-to-day operations
- Skilled at making clients and their pets feel valued and comfortable
- Exceptional at providing customer service
- Confident in problem-solving and decision-making
- Dedicated to maintaining a strong work ethic, time management, and organisational skills
Key Requirements:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent), with a minimum of 2 years experience. Note: Trainee nurses need not apply as this role requires formal qualifications
- A passion for delivering outstanding patient care
- Proficiency in all aspects of nursing (including IV catheter placement, blood collection, surgical prep, anaesthesia, dental nursing, radiology, and nurse consultations)
- Ability to mentor trainee nurses and placement students
What We Offer:
- A balanced work-life roster with rotating weekends
- No after-hours shifts
- Support for mental health with a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Team lunches
- A supportive team environment
Our Clinic: For more details, check out our website: Dr Paws Lane Cove
- Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am - 7 pm, Saturday 8:30 am - 1 pm
If you're ready for an exciting change and want to join our team, please send your cover letter and resume to Stephanie at lanecovepm@drpaws.com.au.
Sash Alexandria, Inner South Sydney (posted 19th February) ECC Nurse
Short Description
Be a part of a passionate Emergency team supporting patients throughout their SASH journey.
Bullet Points
- Be part of the largest team in the Southern Hemisphere
- Work on challenging and rewarding cases alongside industry best specialists!
- Access to current technology and equipment!
Full Job Description
At SASH we are seeking a ECC nurses to join our Alexandria team. You will play a vital role working closely with our patients throughout their entire SASH journey as part of Emergency and Critical Care.
SASH Alexandria is a purpose-built veterinary referral hospital close to Sydney’s CBD, we’re a model of multidisciplinary round-the-clock care to the Eastern Suburbs, Inner West and Southern Suburbs of Sydney
What your day-to-day looks like:
- Assist with and/or perform advanced interventions such as placement of central, PICC and arterial lines, direct arterial pressure monitoring, urinary catheter placement, feeding tube placement, high flow nasal oxygen provision, and mechanical ventilation.
- Participate in and lead CPR resuscitation efforts.
- Assist with admissions and discharges from the ICU.
- Conduct and collect various laboratory samples for internal and external analysis.
- Assist with transfer to and reception of critical care referrals from general practice veterinarians.
- Support the emergency department with triage and procedural responsibilities.
- Assist with critical care anaesthesia, including TIVA, in collaboration with anaesthetists within the SASH network.
What's in it for You?
- Offering a competitive salary and roster flexibility to support work life balance
- Generous Continuing Education allowances and internal learning programs
- SASH paid maternity leave for ALL new parents
- Access to mental health and wellbeing EAP 24/7 through Converge
- Discounts for your furry and exotic family members
Who are we looking for?
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with minimum 2 years, full-time experience as a qualified nurse.
- Demonstrated experience managing and prioritising tasks in a busy environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to confidently liaise with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Previous experience in emergency or specialist nursing would be highly regarded but is not essential.
If you have experience in emergency or specialist nursing working with general anaesthesia & ventilation this will be highly regarding but not essential.
Training programs will be developed for the right person to support your ongoing learning and development!
If you feel this is your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! - apply today with your resume and cover letter. https://adr.to/gg5wqai
Greencross Vets Mortdale & Punchbowl, Southern & Western Sydney (posted 18th February)
We are seeking an enthusiastic Certificate IV Nurse to join our practices at Greencross Vets Mortdale & Punchbowl!
Our practices are growing! Join the team and help us continue to provide the excellent patient and client care we are known for!
Our clinics are 100% small animal. We see predominantly dogs and cats and the occasional pocket pet. Our team consists of 9 Vets and 11 Nurses and a Practice Manager across both clinics. We have a great client base with a regular and loyal clientele!
Mortdale and Punchbowl are both busy practices with exposure to a variety of medical and surgical cases. We have a visiting surgeon for orthopaedics that we call in as required. The clinic is well-equipped with digital x-rays, ultrasound, iM3 Elite Dental suite, dental x-rays, laser machine, full internal lab to run CBC, electrolytes and biochemistry, multi-parameter monitoring devices, blood pressure monitoring, separate dog, cat and isolation wards, full surgical suite and more.
We are a friendly bunch who love to have fun while working. We are ready for an enthusiastic Nurse to join our diverse and supportive teams!
Why work for Greencross Vets?
- We offer a great continuing education program year round
- Yearly symposium with a large selection of Nursing courses or management courses to choose from
- We support career growth and development; the sky is the limit!!
- Opportunities to move up the ladder in your career
- Large support network of Nurses and Vets to be able to collaborate with and learn from
- We work closely with Petbarn to provide clients with a comprehensive and great client/patient experience
- We ensure our team has a good work/life balance
- Opportunity to move into specialist Nursing within the network
Why work for our clinics?
- We are a happy and engaged team that support one another
- We all share in a professional attitude towards our work and ensure we uphold exceptional client and patient care
- We value our team’s work/life balance and ensure our team gets their regular breaks throughout the day with an effective scheduling system.
- You will have the support of a large Team to be able to collaborate with
- Exposure to a wide variety of medical and surgical Nursing
- Busy practice with great clients
- We continually try to be innovative to ensure we are offering the best we can to our clients and patients
What attributes are we seeking?
- A motivated and passionate Nurse that loves coming to work each day
- Experienced Nurse (2+ years) to help with upskilling junior Nurses, but other applicants of less experience will still be considered.
- Experience in both surgical and medical Nursing
- Someone with high attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
- Ability to deal with a varying work load and able to prioritise work tasks effectively
- Accountable and reliable
- Works well within a team
- Great communication skills
- Great customer service skills with the ability to build rapport with our clients
- Help with driving our clinic initiatives and goals
About the role
- This is a Part-time role around 20 - 25 hours a week
- You will work on a rotating roster and be exposed to a variety of Nursing duties. All our Nurses work on a rotating weekend roster system and the weekend shifts are divided up between the staff
- Exposure to a busy practice that will ensure your Nursing skills are not wasted and you can practice them every day
- Help with delivery and ensure patient care is upheld
- Work within a great team that all get along well and are like family
If this sounds like the role for you, Click Here and Apply Today! We would love to meet you!
East Port Veterinary Hospital, Port Macquarie, Mid North Coast (posted 14th February)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time
Do you love what you do, and enjoy building relationships with clients, and people around you? Is caring for our patients, an extension of the love you have for your own fur kids?
Love to reside in a holiday destination with a low-key lifestyle? Do endless beaches with waterside bars, and surrounding hinterlands to chase waterfalls tick boxes for you? We’d love to hear from you!
We currently have a full-time position available in our nursing team.
What we can offer you:
- Competitive hourly rate and benefits package.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Access to training centres, online courses and dedicated nurse programs.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
- Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Staff discounts, including Health and Wellbeing benefits
- Employee Referral Bonus’
- Paid parental leave and return to work bonus
Who we are:
- Supportive, positive and fun environment where family always comes first
- Busy small animal hospital, with some exotic and wildlife patients
- We value a peaceful, friendly and approachable working environment, while also encouraging accountability and personal leadership within the team, while recognising that we all have “off” days.
- Fabulous team of experienced and highly skilled vets and nurses
- Foster a large, loyal clientele base, who are happy to work up a range of surgical, medical and wellness cases
- We celebrate individuality and diversity with mufti uniform days – come as your best self
- Sociable team who genuinely like spending time together outside of work, so if that’s your kind of thing, come join us
What we’d like from you:
- Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- Ideally 1-2 years minimum experience working as a veterinary nurse
- Confidence in all areas of nursing
- A bright outlook and can-do attitude with attention to detail and high standard of patient care
- Excellent communication and client interaction skills
- Ability to work well in a team as well as independently
- Familiarity of RX Works is preferable but not essential
- Share in aligned values including honesty, empathy and exceeding expectations
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer and recognises that diversity is crucial to our success.
Whatever your identity and background, if this role sounds like you, then please apply now with your resume and cover letter or by emailing: steph.dealmeida@vet.partners
Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, Ewingsdale, Northern Rivers Region (posted 14th February)
🐨 Senior Veterinary Nurse – Wildlife Care & Conservation
📍 Location: Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, Byron Bay, NSW
❤️ Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), professional development, and the opportunity to work with Australia’s incredible wildlife.
About Us
Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital is dedicated to the rescue, treatment, and rehabilitation of Australia’s native wildlife. As a non-profit, fully equipped wildlife hospital, we provide expert veterinary care to injured and ill native species, helping them recover and return to the wild.
We are looking for an experienced senior Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team. If you have a strong background in wildlife nursing and leadership, this is your opportunity to make a real impact in conservation medicine.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to a diverse range of Australian wildlife.
- Assist veterinarians during medical and surgical procedures.
- Supervise and mentor a team of veterinary nurses, volunteers, and support staff.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure best-practice protocols are followed.
- Help manage hospital operations, including stock control and workflow coordination.
- Participate in training programs for staff, volunteers, and external stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
✅ Essential Criteria:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or an Australian-recognized equivalent).
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in veterinary nursing, with at least 1 year in wildlife care.
- Confident in handling, treating, and rehabilitating Australian native species.
- Strong skills in surgical nursing, emergency care, and patient monitoring.
- Experience in team leadership and staff mentoring.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
⭐ Desirable:
- Accreditation as a Veterinary Nurse (AVN) through the VNCA.
- Additional training or experience in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a passionate, expert team dedicated to wildlife conservation.
- Diverse, rewarding cases—no two days are the same!
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your well-being.
- Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
- Make a real difference in the lives of Australia’s native animals.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced wildlife veterinary nurse looking for a meaningful role, we would love to hear from you!
📧 Send your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria to bree@byronbaywildlifehospital.org
📅 There is no official closing date for applications—we will continue reviewing candidates until we find the right fit. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to wildlife care and conservation.
🚀 Join us in protecting Australia’s wildlife!
Veterinary Specialists of Sydney, Miranda, Sutherland Shire (posted 14th February)
Overnight Emergency Veterinary Nurse - Full Time, Part Time or Casual
Are you an experienced emergency or GP nurse looking for your next challenge? We want to hear from you!
VSOS is a privately owned emergency and specialist veterinary hospital. Our services provide a 24-hour, Advanced Treatment Centre outfitted with brand-new, world-class, ‘cutting-edge’ technology and equipment. Since opening in June 2020, our business has grown from 35 employees to +200 dedicated and passionate veterinary professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide exceptional nursing care to critically ill and injured patients from triage through their entire VSOS journey building a rapport with their fabulous owners.
- Work closely with our veterinary team to ensure timely, effective treatment and care.
- Monitor patients, administer medications, and assist with medical and surgical procedures as required.
- Perform IV catheter placements, blood collection, and assist with diagnostic imaging.
- Maintain accurate and up to date records on SmartFlow and ezyVet
- Communicate with pet owners, providing guidance, addressing their questions, and offering support during highly emotional times.
About You:
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent, with at least 2 years of nursing experience.
- Passion for continuous learning and skill advancement through regular in-house training.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- A positive team player who values a strong, supportive team culture.
- High-level communication skills, maintaining clear communication channels between clients, Veterinarians and other internal departments
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and some public holidays.
- Experience in working in an emergency and/or ICU setting, preferred but not required.
- Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
What We Offer:
- Must be available to work overnight shifts
- Full-time, part-time, and casual roles available.
- Competitive remuneration.
- Rostering that supports work-life balance.
- Staff pet discounts.
- Training and career progression
- Work in one of the premier multi-disciplinary Veterinary Specialist hospitals in Sydney
- Reputable childcare facilities next door
- Close to all local amenities - public transport, parking, cafés, gym
- Free annual flu vaccinations.
- Free Employee Assistance Program for yourself and immediate family.
If this job aligns with what you’re looking for and you’re available to work overnight shifts, then please reach submit your CV with interest to: careers@vsos.com.au
Kingsford Veterinary Hospital, Inner South-East Sydney (posted 14th February)
Kingsford Vet Hospital
Saturday Vet Nurse/Receptionist
Kingsford Veterinary Hospital is currently looking for a Qualified & Experienced Veterinary Nurse to cover reception every Saturday, 8.30am-5pm.
A bit about us…
We are a small passionate team that pride ourselves in the quality of care we provide to our patients & clients. Kingsford Vet Hospital is a family run practice and has been dedicated to the care of Sydney’s Eastern suburbs pets for more than 50 years! We are a well-equipped hospital with in-house Idexx Catalyst and Procyte pathology machines, digital radiography, ultrasound, IM3 dental unit with dental radiography and we have a multi parameter anaesthetic monitor & bair hugger for your anaesthetic needs.
Kingsford Vet Hospital is looking for a person with the following skills:
- Ideally at least 1 year full-time, in-clinic experience
- Have a strong passion for working with animals
- Provide gold standard care to all patients and clients
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, reception and telephone skills.
- Works well in a busy environment
- Good general nursing skills, including blood collection, catheter placement, anaesthetic monitoring, etc;
- Friendly and professional nature
We are a supportive team and making you feel welcome and part of the KVH family is a priority!
A bit about the position…
We are looking for someone to work every Saturday 8.30am-5pm. The role is casual, but part-time, with additional weekday shifts will be considered for the right person. The role is mainly reception, but we are seeking an experienced veterinary nurse as you will be responsible for patient care & need to be able to recognise emergencies & triage affectively. You will also be required to assist the vet were necessary.
To apply, or for more information, please contact Eilla Eaton, manager@amsvet.com.au
We look forward to hearing from you!
Bayside Animal Hospital, Sydney Inner South/Inner West (posted 12th February)
Part-time/Full-Time/ Casual - Vet Nurse – Sydney
Bayside Animal Hospital (Rhodes; Wolli Creek and Green Square)
- Study allowance
- Flexible hours and generous leave policy
- Discount veterinary care for your pets
Bayside Animal Hospital first opened its doors in 2018 with just one vet and two nurses. Today, we have two ISFM-accredited hospitals and a third being accredited: Wolli Creek, Rhodes and Green Square.
We are looking for enthusiastic nurses to join our rapidly expanding team at our purpose-built hospitals to provide quality care for our patients. Working with various companies and representatives within our industry, we organise and provide training for our team so that we can remain at the forefront of our field and provide the best possible care for our clients.
We're looking for someone who has a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) and:
- Has at least two years of experience in clinic
- Ability to do advanced nursing tasks including placing an IV catheter, intubation, blood collection etc
- Experience with IDEXX lab equipment
- Experience with EzyVet or similar Practice Management Software
Your duties will include:
- Handle general nursing duties including but not limited to: patient admission and discharge, monitoring anaesthetic, providing advice to clients, processing insurance claims and assisting in consultations with the vets
- General cleaning of hospital and client areas
- Providing a gold standard of patient care and advocacy at all times
- Assist the Nurse Coordinator(s) in tasks including banking, stock management and other general hospital maintenance tasks
Benefits of working at Bayside Animal Hospital include:
- Above award wage
- Flexible hours with no after-hours work (unless desired)
- Ongoing training, support and professional development
- Free on-site parking
- Snacks and drinks available for staff
- End-of-year party hosted by management
If you would like to join our team and help us provide high-quality service to our patients, please email your cover letter and resume or any questions you may have to our Head Nurse Caroline Tiagor at executive@baysidevets.com.au or learn more about us by visiting our website at www.baysidevets.com.au.
Macquarie Vet Hospital, North Ryde (posted 12th February)
Vet Nurse Macquarie Veterinary Hospital
We’re expanding! As our practice grows, the friendly team at Macquarie Veterinary Hospital are seeking FULL TIME or PART TIME VET NURSE applicants. We offer the right candidate a competitive salary package in line with experience and provide ongoing education opportunities within our supportive training framework. This is your chance to experience an inspiring and dynamic environment with lots of opportunity for growth, offering first-class Fear Free care to our fur patients and parents.
The exciting part!
- Be spoilt with all of the tools needed to offer the best care
- We cover the costs of your Fear Free certification
- In- house training on anaesthetics; all of the monitoring equipment you need to deliver the safest anaesthetics you can
- We will give you $600 each year towards further study of interest
- Opportunities for ongoing learning across our tight network of sister clinics
- AND if you have a few years of experience and love teaching, we will pay to send you across to Fiji each year to work alongside VetProjects. So good!
Is this right role for you?
We are searching for Cert IV qualified and experienced veterinary nurse with at least one year of experience.
We are seeking a nurse that has skills in:
- Surgical and hospital nursing including monitoring anaesthetics
- Pre and post operative patient care
- Reception and client liaison
- Blood collection and testing, iv catheter placement
- Admission and discharge of hospital cases
- Assist with x-rays and ultrasounds
- General cleaning duties to help make the clinic sparkle
Here to help
If you're keen we’d love to hear from you! Please send your resume including references and a cover letter through to Nat at nat@avclanecove.com.au and we’ll be in touch. We look forward to hearing from you!
Yass Valley Veterinary, Yass & Murrumbateman (posted 12th February)
Yass Valley Veterinary
Permanent Part-Time Veterinary Nurse
About Us:
Yass Valley Veterinary is seeking an experienced veterinary nurse to join our growing passionate and friendly team. We are looking for someone to join us on a Permanent Part-Time basis. We are a busy mixed practice vet consisting of 75% small animals and 25% large animals. Our primary hospital is in the township of Yass and our new purpose-built hospital is located in Murrumbateman.
We dedicate one nurse to each vet which helps us provide the best standard of care to our patients, helps the wellbeing of our team, and allows our nurses to be very hands on and involved in all aspects of the veterinary industry. These include assisting in surgery, consultations, large animal out calls etc.
Our Ideal Candidate
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) is desirable.
- Previous experience in a veterinary clinic is preferred.
- Strong communication skills, with a focus on delivering outstanding customer service.
- Highly motivated and honest with a great work ethic.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a high-performing team.
- Flexible and adaptable in a team environment.
- A desire to work in a patient-focused, high standard of care practice.
- Availability to work rotational Saturdays, occasional weekends, and after-hours on-call shifts.
What's on offer:
- Competitive remuneration, commensurate with experience.
- A supportive, inclusive, and fun team environment.
- Regular lunch and learn staff trainings.
- Modern and well-equipped hospitals.
- Ongoing professional development through on-the-job training and access to the VC Learning Academy (online learning portal).
- Mental health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Novated vehicle leasing options.
- Paid Parental Leave, as well as Paid Purrental Leave (for your furry family members!).
- A workplace committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism, integrity, and a love for animals.
- Recognition as a Great Place to Work – Certified.
Check out our website www.yassvet.com.au & our Facebook page Yass Valley Veterinary to learn more about us!
If you think you would make a great addition to our team, please send all applications and enquiries to careers@vetscentral.com.au
Vet Vision, Sutherland Shire (posted 11th February)
Veterinary Nurse – Sutherland Shire (Veterinary Specialists of Sydney)
Part time | Casual | Flexible position
$36 – $40 per hour dependent on experience
Continuing Education and CPD Supported | Clinic discounts
About us
At Vet Vision we are dedicated to providing compassionate, cutting-edge specialist ophthalmic care to a wide range of species within a multi-disciplinary specialist hospital setting.
Working with the team at VSOS (Veterinary Specialists of Sydney) we provide the highest standards of care to our patents in a supportive, collaborative environment.
About the position
We are seeking an enthusiastic veterinary nurse to complement our existing team, practicing high standards of patient and client care.
The role includes;
- Working closely with the clinicians in specialist ophthalmic consultations
- Assisting and performing diagnostic tests
- Preparing, inducing, intubating and monitoring patients during anaesthesia
- Admitting and discharging patients for surgery
- Providing excellent patient care and client communication
About you
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing with ideally 2+ years of clinical experience
- Confident in general nursing skills including: animal handling, venipuncture, IV cannula placement
- Comfortable with general anaesthetic monitoring
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ophthalmology experience not required! We provide support and any training needed.
What we offer
The team at Vet Vision pride ourselves on maintaining a strong and inclusive culture with an excellent work life balance and dedication towards wellbeing.
We support you with;
- A competitive above award salary package
- A supportive, friendly and enjoyable work environment
- An excellent work life balance with a roster that can be flexible, with no weekends, after hours or public holidays.
- Further education and career progression - continuing educational and CPD supported and allowance provided
- Paid parental leave / maternity leave
- Potential for personal growth with future training and leadership roles
We offer staff discounts to look after your furry friend and our nurses enjoy paid team entertainment nights out.
Reach out to Fiona at info@vetvision.com.au or call us on (02) 9881 5759.
Fur Life Vet Merimbula, Sapphire Coast (posted 11th February)
Veterinary Nurse- Fur Life Vet Merimbula
Full time | Part Time | Flexible Hours/Days
Continuing CE and training encouraged and supported | VNCA membership paid for
Clinic and Flare discounts | Employee assistance program
About us:
Our team believes there are two very important factors that ensure great job satisfaction:
- You are part of an experienced, caring team that challenges and supports you to be your best
- Your surroundings allow you to wind down outside of work depending on your interests.
We have an experienced, fun loving, family orientated team. Career longevity and ensuring that work life is balanced with enjoying the beautiful area we live, are extremely important to us.
Our beautiful Sapphire Coast region offers an incredible choice of outdoor activities. You will never be bored…at work or at play.
About the position:
We are looking for a part time or full time experienced veterinary nurse to join our team.
We are looking for a vet nurse who is passionate about implementing their high standards of patient care and can fulfill both hospital and surgical nursing roles.
This is a hands-on nursing role for an experienced nurse; you will need to have the skill set and confidence to monitor anaesthetics, perform pre and post operative procedures, collect and run blood/urine samples in Idexx machines, dental skills, radiology procedures, IV placement, fluid therapy, giving medications, admitting and discharging patients and love all things nursing.
About you:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technician Degree preferred but a veterinary nurse with the right experience is welcome to apply (and will be supported in gaining Cert IV qualifications if desired)
- 2+ years' experience with well-rounded nursing skills
- Registered Veterinary Nurses are highly regarded.
- Commitment to promoting a positive workplace culture and continuing to improve and grow our clinic.
Apiam Perks and Benefits:
- Generous clinic discounts for your own fur babies.
- VNCA membership paid for and AVNAT registration encouraged.
- Access to VetEducation as ongoing CE and upskilling is supported and encouraged.
- Access paid Volunteer Leave, extra Parental Leave and Apiam Wellness Day - extra day of annual leave!
- Discounts from various retail, travel, fitness and health providers (including Kmart and Woolworths!)
- Work life balance and mental health taken seriously, we have our own Mental Health First Aid Officer and an excellent Employee Assistance Program (free and confidential counselling sessions for you or your immediate family).
At Apiam Animal Health we genuinely support and encourage nurse upskilling and professional development. We offer yearly discussions around career development, free monthly webinars, provide opportunities of secondment to other clinic locations across Australia and career progression pathways.
How to Apply:
If you would like to join us at Fur Life Vet Merimbula, then apply here with your resume and cover letter. Or contact recruitment@apiam.com.au for more information.
The Pet Specialists, Terrey Hills, Sydney's Northern Beaches (posted 10th February) Veterinary Nurse - Specialist Internal Medicine
Veterinary Nurse - Specialist Internal Medicine
Full or Part Time
- Boutique Specialist / Referral Centre in Sydney's Beautiful Northern Beaches
- Friendly, inclusive environment where you are encouraged to continually grow
- Interesting and varied caseload - we see incredible cases and carry out awesome procedures!
Endoscopy, ultrasound, CT, chemotherapy, managing tricky diabetics, teaching clients how to administer medication – a day in the life of an Internal Medicine Nurse at The Pet Specialists is never boring! Work in a fast-paced environment and act as the patient advocate – ensuring each and every medicine patient receives optimal care, from admission through to discharge.
About us
We are a rapidly-growing referral centre with specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Anaesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging, Oncology, Ophthalmology and Dermatology. We pride ourselves on maintaining a close-knit team and providing exceptional service that makes the client feel like their pet is as important to us, as it is to them. We also proudly hold gold feline friendly accreditation.
About this role
Our internal medicine nurses are superstars! They work in a fast-moving environment and act as the patient advocate – ensuring each and every medicine patient receives optimal care, from admission through to discharge. The medicine team performs a huge range of procedures and works very closely with our other specialists to provide coordinated, comprehensive care. Medicine nurses are often involved in advanced imaging procedures such as ultrasound and CT scans, administer medical treatments, and perform a vital role in client communication and education.
About you
Our ideal nurse will meet the following criteria:
- Minimum Cert IV Veterinary Nursing qualification (or equivalent)
- Internal Medicine nursing experience preferred
- Solid general nursing skills, including venepuncture, catheter placement, anaesthetic monitoring, etc
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Love the thrill of medical detective-work
- Enjoy working as part of a collaborative team
- Have excellent, friendly communication skills and work well under pressure
The Pet Specialists is working to become the Employer of Choice amongst the specialist hospitals of Sydney. We strive to promote a healthy work environment and have a strong focus on overall wellness. We provide a range of in-house and external CPD and learning opportunities, and truly wish to see every one of our employees reach their career goals.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, tenure rewards and - perhaps the biggest bonus of all - we don't work nights, weekends, or public holidays! We are very fortunate to be partnered with Northside Emergency Veterinary Services (NEVS) who operate in the same building weekends and after-hours, looking after our patients so we can go home and be re-energised for our next shift.
Interested?! We'd love to chat! For a confidential discussion, send your resume and covering letter to hr@tps.vet
See our website https://thepetspecialists.au
Castle Hill Veterinary Hospital, Hills District, North-West Sydney (posted 5th February)
Join Our Team at Castle Hill Veterinary Hospital!
Are you a passionate, skilled Vet Nurse who loves what you do? We’re looking for a Part-Time Vet Nurse to join our talented and dynamic team at Castle Hill Veterinary Hospital!
At Castle Hill, we are more than just your regular veterinary clinic. We are a group of compassionate and dedicated professionals who work together to provide exceptional care to pets and support to each other. If you're looking for a role in a fast-paced, high-energy clinic that offers variety, challenge, and growth, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Why Choose Castle Hill Veterinary Hospital?
- A Passionate Team: Work alongside a group of talented professionals who are truly dedicated to what they do. We value skill, empathy, and teamwork above all else.
- Fast-Paced Environment: No two days are the same at Castle Hill! We offer a large and diverse caseload, ensuring that you'll be challenged, engaged, and constantly learning.
- Prime Location: We’re conveniently located in the Hills District, with close access to metro transport and major bus routes, making your commute easier.
- Ongoing Professional Development: We invest in our team’s growth with opportunities for further training, certifications, and career advancement.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our clinic is equipped with the latest veterinary technology to help you provide the best care possible.
- Great Work-Life Balance: As a part-time position, this role provides you with flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.
Benefits of Joining Us:
- Competitive hourly rate and benefits package.
- Access to employee perks including discounts on products and services.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.
- Access to modern equipment and technology to aid in your day-to-day work.
What We’re Looking For:
- A qualified Veterinary Nurse with relevant certifications.
- Strong experience in nursing and handling a variety of cases.
- A positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
- A genuine passion for animal care and a commitment to providing the best service to our clients and their pets.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
Apply Now!
If you’re looking to make a real impact in a vibrant, rewarding clinic, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now to become part of our amazing team at Castle Hill Veterinary Hospital.
Send your resume and cover letter to steph.dealmeida@vet.partners for a confidential discussion.
We can’t wait to meet you!
WellPet Vets, Regentville, Western Sydney (posted 4th February)
Experienced Full time or Part time Vet Nurse required
Small Animal General Practice, ICU, and Emergency Hospital
Summary:
Are you a skilled Veterinary Nurse with experience in Triage, Emergency and Critical care?
Do you want to be challenged by constant variety, genuinely fascinating cases, and a focus on being your best?
Come and join our friendly and face paced 24-hour Emergency Hospital located at the foot of the beautiful Blue Mountains in Regentville, NSW.
A fantastic opportunity exists for a passionate and experienced Veterinary Nurse looking to develop their career.
WellPet Vets has a team of over 60 vets and nurses working within a dynamic and well-equipped hospital environment. We are committed to providing the very highest level of care to our patients and clients. We have 3 hospital locations in Regentville, Blaxland & St Clair and currently provide one of the only genuine 24hour emergency services to the surrounding suburbs of Western Sydney.
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We are looking for an experienced and dedicated individual to work regular afternoon and weekend hospital shifts in our busy emergency hospital located in Regentville, NSW.
The primary responsibilities of this role would include:
- Management of patient care and ensuring best possible outcomes for patients and clients.
- Communicating with clients on a regular basis both face to face and over the phone.
- Reception/administration duties including invoicing, data entry and record keeping.
- Veterinary nursing duties including providing medical care and treatments to patients, performing basic diagnostic testing and assisting veterinarians in care and management of hospital and surgical patients.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar experienced veterinary nursing role (Junior Veterinary Nurses will not be considered for this position).
- Have an enthusiastic and outgoing personality
- Have an excellent phone manner and customer service/communication skills
- Be committed to high standards of patient care
- Have an interest in training and mentoring junior veterinary nurses
- Have experience using RxWorks (desired but not essential)
- Have experience using Vet Check (desired but not essential)
- Be open to regular feedback and eager for continual self-improvement
- Hold a Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent experience
- Be willing to work regular afternoon/evening shifts during the week and on weekends.
- Be willing to work as a team and share roles on Hospital, Reception, Surgery and Ward when required.
If you would like to become part of our caring and hardworking team, please email your CV with a brief cover letter to Alex Falzon at careers@wellpet.com.au (please put VETERINARY NURSE APPLICANT in the subject line).
Veterinary Dermatology Clinic, Sydney (posted 4th February)
Full-Time Veterinary Dermatology Nurse
Full-time $33 – $37 per hour dependent on experience
Join Our Team as a Full-Time Veterinary Nurse – Sydney
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic vet nurse seeking an exciting opportunity? Do you value forming long term bonds with your patients and their owners? VDC is seeking a skilled nurse to join us in Sydney - multiple locations. While experience in a busy referral or GP practice is essential, no previous dermatology experience is required—we’ll provide all the training you need!
This is a full-time, clinic-based role, 4 days per week (38 hours per week) across various Sydney locations (Northern Beaches, Lower North Shore, Inner West and Sutherland Shire). Part-time will be considered for the right nurse. If you're ready for a rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact and improve the quality of life of your patients, we’d love to hear from you!
What We’re Looking For:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Ideally 2+ years of clinical experience (but we highly value hard work and a positive attitude)
- Strong communication skills—both written and verbal
- Team player mentality
- A Driver’s License
No dermatology experience? No problem! We provide comprehensive training.
Your Responsibilities:
- Assisting with patient admissions and discharges for consultations and procedures
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placements
- Preparing and administering medications under specialist guidance
- Monitoring anaesthesia
- Assisting with intradermal allergy testing, bee/wasp venom testing, video-otoscopy, and skin biopsies
- Providing support to client’s post-consultation
Perks & Benefits:
- Above award wages
- No weekend or after-hours work
- Flexible working conditions
- Weekly “Team Legend” rewards
- Staff discounts for your own pets on products and services
- Fun paid team activities throughout the year (How about an electric bike tour through Murrumbateman’s wineries or a Paint & Pinot session in the Southern Highlands?)
- Supportive team environment where your contributions are valued.
- Opportunities for personal growth and development within a specialised field.
- A dynamic, fast-paced role with a wide range of responsibilities, ensuring no two days are the same.
Meet our team and discover why they love working in dermatology.
Email your resume to reegan@vetdermclinic.com.au or call us at 1800 VDC VET or (02) 72284232.
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