Vet Nurses and other support staff
Nursing Positions Available in Veterinary Clinics - WA and NT
Western Australian Vet Emergency and Specialty, Perth WA (posted 12th May) Dermatology Nurse
Veterinary Dermatology Nurse full time or part time position available
Are you looking for an exciting new challenge in your nursing career, or to join a fun team with a healthy workplace culture? Does expanding your skillset in a niche field, and learning an array of skills from a variety of different specialists whilst also having a routine and balanced day to day sound like a dream to you?
Then keep reading...
Why are we hiring?
Waves Dermatology Department has been established for 6 years and currently comprises of 5 nurses, a Dermatologist, a Dermatology Resident & a Dermatology Intern. Our caseload has increased substantially with an increase in the vet and nursing teams. We therefore would love to add another nurse to the Dermatology team, so we can continue to provide excellent service to the pets & families of Perth.
Why Dermatology?
At WAVES Dermatology we have a strong focus on our team and individual staff’s values. It’s important to us that our clients and patients are receiving gold standard of care in a fear free environment; and this has been cultivated through teamwork, integrity, adaptability and passion. We believe by supporting and encouraging a healthy work/ life balance alongside personal and professional growth, it allows us to give & perform our best work and maintain job satisfaction every day.
Please click here to see photos! 
What do we actually do?
Dermatology is a niche field, where we see a vast array of different disease states, treating not only skin and ear diseases, but immune conditions, hormonal disorders, acute drug reactions. Nurses are extremely hands on in the day-to-day processes. You will learn and perform advanced dermatological procedures such as allergy testing, video-otoscopy and skin biopsies, alongside consulting with the Dermatologist and performing daily administration tasks. WAVES is a fully equipped referral hospital and you will get to work alongside other members of the WAVES family, including specialists and nurses from the other departments i.e. medicine, surgery, emergency, dentistry and radiology. We provide on the job training and support continuing education and training through many various platforms.
Job Requirements
We are after a Certificate IV qualified Nurse who enjoys dealing with clients as much as their patients on a daily basis. We are after a nurse who is willing to work both independently and alongside a small knit team of driven nurses and someone who is genuinely interested in only working within the specialized dermatology department.
The position is full-time consisting of 38hrs on 4 working days per week. We also consult at satellite clinics and the successful applicant must be available to travel north of the river once every 4-8 weeks.
What we offer;
- There are no weekends, on-call nor public holiday work (!!!) and everyone leaves on time
- We provide a healthy and happy workplace for you and everyone else
- Deal with any negative workplace behaviour to make sure you enjoy working here with us
- Provide you with a challenging and satisfying career
- Genuinely care about you as a member of the WAVES family and respect your opinion on how WAVES can be improved.
So if you think that you may be the person we are looking and or this sounds like your dream job; please email Sam Kendall at samantha@wavets.com.au and Dr Meng Siak meng@wavets.com.au to find out about our recruitment process and how to apply.
We are looking forward to hearing from you.
wavets.com.au/departments/dermatology
Edgewater Vet Hospital, Northern Perth, WA (posted 12th May) Head Vet Nurse opportunity - Full Time
Full-Time Head Vet Nurse Opportunity – Edgewater Vet
Are you a strong and passionate Veterinary Nurse ready to take the next step in your career? Edgewater Vet is looking for an experienced Full-Time Vet Nurse eager to embrace leadership and grow into a Head Nurse role!
This is the perfect opportunity for a confident, proactive nurse looking to expand their responsibilities. You’ll work closely with our Practice Manager and leadership team, with opportunities to step into the Practice Manager space during periods of leave - making this a fantastic development role for someone with a long-term view of leadership.
What’s on offer:
- A supportive, collaborative team environment
- True career progression into a Head Nurse role
- Leadership opportunities and PM cover experience
- A modern, well-equipped clinic with loyal clients
- A full-time position with flexibility for the right candidate
You’ll bring:
- A Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- Strong clinical skills and confidence in surgical and medical nursing
- Excellent communication and leadership potential
- A genuine passion for patient care and team development
Join a clinic where your skills are valued and your future is supported. Make your mark at Edgewater Vet - apply today and lead the way!
Send your resume and cover letter to management@edgewatervet.com.au
Vetwest Yokine, Northern Perth WA (posted 8th May)
Experienced Vet Nurse
Vetwest Animal Hospitals is a leading and highly regarded multi-vet company. Across our 16 locations, Vetwest Animal Hospitals are committed to providing excellence in veterinary care. Our aim is to provide a friendly work environment with an emphasis on high standards of care and continuing education.
Our Yokine hospital is a busy, growing hospital which offer offers:
- Open Monday-Friday!
- 3 spacious consulting rooms
- Large treatment area with a wet table and separate prep/treatment bench
- Digital Radiology, IDEXX Pathology, IM3 dental machine, Surgivet patient monitoring systems, ultrasonography, endoscope and dental Xray facilities
- Renovated garden area with tables and chairs so people can sit and enjoy their lunch
What we are looking for:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or the equivalent.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a veterinary nursing role.
- VSB registered (which you will be reimbursed for)
- Someone who can work in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
- Remain calm and react quickly in stressful and emergency situations.
- Display a high degree of empathy and understanding towards the needs of the patients, the clients, and the veterinary health care team.
What we can offer you:
- Salary is above award and will be dependent on the experience you bring to the role.
- 4 weeks annual leave
- Full-time (38 hours)
- Generous staff discounts
- Experienced network of support from within the clinic and the bigger Vetwest and Vetpartners community including CPD and training course
- An opportunity to create long lasting patient and client relationships
- Regular team meetings, training sessions and team social events
- A focus on recognition, celebration of success' and individualised career development plans
- Access to and training in quality equipment and programs such as Smartflow, dental radiology, blood gas, anaesthetic monitoring machines, IDEXX and more.
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 to steph.dealmeida@vet.partners
VetSurg, Cannington, Southern Perth WA (posted 8th May)
Veterinary Nurse Wanted – Join Our Specialist Surgery Team
At VetSurg, we provide specialist surgical care across orthopaedics, neurosurgery, soft tissue, and surgical oncology. We’re looking for a passionate Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team of 2 Specialist Surgeons, 2 Interns, and 8 Nursing staff.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive environment that prioritises patient care, clinical excellence, and continual learning. Whether it’s a total hip replacement, spinal decompression, complex oncologic resection, or minimally invasive laparoscopy — you’ll be right at the centre of it.
We offer:
* Exposure to a wide variety of complex surgical cases
* A strong team culture built on respect, communication, and support
* A workplace where your contribution truly matters
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has experience in a surgical or referral setting (or a strong desire to learn)
* Is confident with anaesthesia, patient monitoring, and perioperative care
* Thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
* Brings warmth, initiative, and excellent communication skills
We are ideally looking for a full-time Veterinary Nurse, and offer a competitive salary with a focus on work-life balance.
To apply or learn more, contact us at mark@vetsurg.com.au
Visit us at vetsurg.com.au
Western Australian Vet Emergency and Specialty (WAVES), Success, Southern Perth, WA (posted 7th May) Surgical Vet Nurse
FULL-TIME SURGICAL VETERINARY NURSE REQUIRED
Western Australian Veterinary Emergency and Specialty (WAVES) is currently looking for a Full Time Surgery Nurse to join our team.
WAVES is committed to finding the right team.
We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic, and dedicated nurses who are genuinely interested in surgical veterinary procedures and are willing to consistently provide quality patient care in a sometimes-hectic environment.
Please click here to see photos!
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A Certificate IV in veterinary nursing or equivalent.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in general practice.
- Flexibility with your working hours and have a real passion for surgery.
- Previous experience in a referral hospital would be an advantage however your approach is the most important thing to us. You will get training and support if you have the right attitude, but only lack the experience.
Role Responsibilities:
- Monitoring anaesthesia.
- Preparing patients for surgery - blood taking, catheter placement, clip and prep of surgical site.
- Scrubbing into procedures such as Hip replacements, TPLO’s, Spinal decompressions, Fracture repairs and many more!
- Taking care of patients pre and post op until they are discharged, including liasing with owners.
- Instrument cleaning and sterilisation.
In return for your hard work and dedication WAVES will:
- Give you the training you need.
- Encourage and support further education over the years.
- Provide a challenging and satisfying career.
- Provide a happy and healthy workplace.
- Give you the confidence to know that you are providing patients with the highest standards of care.
If you think that you may be the person we are looking for you can find out more by emailing a cover letter and your CV attention to Cathy at wavets@bigpond.com.au. We look forward to hearing from you!
Challenger Vet Hospital, Kwinana, Southern Perth, WA (posted 1st May)
🐾 Veterinary Nurse – Full-Time or Part-Time | Challenger Vet Hospital (Perth, WA)
Looking for more than just a job? How about a workplace where you’re genuinely valued, supported in your growth, and surrounded by a team that feels more like family?
At Challenger Veterinary Hospital, we’re expanding—and we’re on the lookout for a passionate, motivated Veterinary Nurse (full-time or part-time) to join our friendly and experienced team. We welcome experienced nurses, but if you’re a recent graduate with a great attitude and a big personality, we’d love to hear from you!
🎯 About the Role
We’re not your average clinic. Our purpose-built hospital in Perth’s southern suburbs was recently ranked in the top 10% of practices in WA by the Veterinary Surgeons Board. We’re modern, well-equipped, and committed to delivering outstanding care.
Each day brings a varied and interesting caseload—including orthopaedic surgeries, complex soft tissue procedures, and everything in between. You’ll work alongside a collaborative, supportive team that values your contribution and always has your back.
✨ What’s in it for you?
- 💸 Above-award pay – because your skills are worth it
- 🍽️ Paid lunch breaks – take a real breather, on us
- 📚 CPD encouraged + subsidised – we’ll even cover your registration
- 🐶 Free vet care for your own pets
- 🗓️ Flexible roster – we’ll help make work fit around your life
- 🌱 A team that values positivity, teamwork, and ongoing growth
💡 Who You Are
- You’re passionate about animal care and ready to build a meaningful career in the vet industry
- You’re a confident communicator and a team player with a great sense of humour
- You bring reliability, initiative, and a willingness to keep learning
- You thrive in a supportive environment and enjoy making clients feel welcome
- You’re experienced—or a new grad who’s ready to jump in and grow
📍 Who We Are
We’re a proudly independent, locally owned practice located just 30 minutes south of Perth and close to the coast. Since opening in 2015, we’ve built a strong reputation for our high standards, great client relationships, and supportive team culture.
Our hospital features two surgical theatres, a dental suite, modern imaging and diagnostic equipment, and a brand-new expansion designed to improve workflow and enhance the experience for staff, clients, and patients alike. We perform a wide range of surgeries in-house and work closely with charities to provide desexing and veterinary services to animals in need.
No corporate red tape—just real care, a down-to-earth atmosphere, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.
📸 Want a sneak peek?
Check us out at www.challengervet.com.au and on Facebook, Instagram & TikTok for behind-the-scenes vibes.
📧 Ready to Apply?
Email your resume to ashleigh@challengervet.com.au – we can’t wait to hear from you!
Greencross Vets O'Connor, South Perth, WA (posted 30th April)
Greencross Vets O’Connor | Senior Vet Nurse | Full-time (30-38 hours a week)
The team at Greencross O'Connor pride themselves on providing the best standard service to all clients and patients of the clinic, whether young or old, healthy or sick. We are a high energy team who are passionate about what we do, and we make sure to have fun while doing it! With lots of laughs, good music, and a shared love for snacks, we truly enjoy our time together. We also love a bit of friendly competition and often get together for team-building events with our sister clinics.
When you join us, you’ll be working alongside a large team of empathetic, motivated, and inclusive individuals who are all about delivering the best care to our furry friends!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- This role is 30 - 38 Hours a week
- Carrying out a range of nursing duties, including surgical, medical, consult, emergency, critical care, and pathology
- Assisting with minor procedures when needed
- Handling, caring for, and cleaning up after all animals
- Assisting with creating and implementing policies and processes
- Assisting practice manager with administrative tasks
- Driving team development and education
- Mentoring students throughout their nursing journey
- Exceptional communication skills to build relationships with our clients.
- Keeping our clinic sparkling clean, including surgical areas and equipment
- Providing a warm welcome to clients - being the first point of contact and answering questions in person or over the phone
- Managing appointments, client accounts, and patient admissions/discharges
Who We're Looking For:
If you’re an experienced veterinary nurse who’s passionate about providing exceptional care and loves working in a dynamic, supportive team, we’d love to meet you! Here’s what we’re hoping you bring:
- A Cert IV qualification in Veterinary Nursing with a min. 2+ years of hands-on experience
- A strong understanding of veterinary nursing procedures and excellent animal handling skills
- Be positive and enthusiastic about their job and have plenty of energy and optimism, eager to learn and grow in their career.
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a close working relationship with your leading
- staff and fellow teammates.
- Experience leading a team is highly regarded
- Autonomy and drive during day to day practice
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Flexibility and a team-first attitude
- Familiarity with RX Works is a bonus, but not a dealbreaker!
Every day will bring something new and exciting, and you’ll always have a fantastic team by your side. Plus, you'll get to work with amazing clients and their beloved pets!
Sound like the perfect fit? Click Here and Apply today—we can’t wait to meet you!
Margaret River Veterinary Hospital, Coastal South West WA (posted 24th April)
Veterinary Nurse - Full Time (4 days) one Saturday a month
Qualified Vet Nurse to work in beautiful Margaret River!
Sea change?
Tree change?
Surfing?
Wineries?
Breweries?
Only three hours’ drive to Perth?
Shame about having to go to work! Family friendly, well-equipped hospital.
We see a huge variety of really interesting medical, surgical and emergency cases where your skills will be well utilised.
In peak season we see a large variety of wildlife including possums, birds joeys and other marsupials.
We currently have 4 Excellent fully qualified, experienced and registered nurses, a supportive full time practice manager and 4 highly skilled vets.
Our clinic hours are 8am to 5:30pm opening hours Monday to Friday 9-1pm on Saturdays.
Would consider a recent nurse graduate.
Pay is well above award.
Email your resume to Leigh Johnson: leigh@margaretrivervet.com.au
Darwin Vet Hospital, Wanguri, Northern Darwin, NT (posted 22nd April)
Join Our Team! Veterinary Nurse Wanted in Tropical Darwin
Full-time / Part-time considered
Are you a kind, capable, and enthusiastic Vet Nurse looking for a clinic that will support your growth, value your skills, and make every day exciting? Well, you’ve just found your people!
Darwin Veterinary Hospital is a locally owned, small animal vet hospital positioned in the heart of tropical Darwin.
What you'll be doing:
- Supporting our vets during consultations and surgeries
- Providing exceptional nursing care to our furry patients
- Monitoring anaesthesia and assisting with surgical prep and recovery
- Maintaining medical records and ensuring a high standard of cleanliness
- Offering kindness, reassurance, and education to pet owners
- Being a vital and valued part of a fun, dedicated team
Who We’re Looking For:
- 1–2+ years’ experience in small animal nursing (veterinary qualifications are preferred, but not essential)
- Comfortable with in-house laboratory work, radiography, and ultrasound
- Ability to work independently and as part of a close-knit team
- Excellent communication skills — you’ll be interacting with clients and our fun-loving team
- Willingness to participate in shared on-call duties
Passion for animal welfare, with experience in handling a variety of animals (including wildlife)
- Attention to detail and high standards in all aspects of patient care
- Ability to navigate our vet software (a bonus, but not essential)
- A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to think on your feet
- Experience in customer service and client education
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
- Diverse caseloads — from family pets to wildlife
- Specialist surgeries scheduled every second month (soft-tissue, orthopaedic and more!)
- A team that strives to be supportive - our passionate and fun-loving team always back each other, and aim to make every day exciting!
- Real opportunities for learning and career development (participating in veterinary conferences, training days, continuing professional development, study support and opportunities)
- A flexible roster — full or part-time options available
- Shared after-hours with five other local clinics
Why Darwin?
Darwin is widely known for its laid-back tropical lifestyle, stunning scenery in the beautiful surrounding national parks (Litchfield and Kakadu), vibrant markets (Mindil Beach and Parap are a couple of our faves!), unforgettable sunsets along our incredible beaches, and croc-free swims at the Darwin waterfront. It’s a lifestyle that we know you’ll fall in love with!
If you’re keen to join our supportive, outgoing team then please send through a cover letter and your resume to: admin@darwinvet.com.au
Also, check out our Facebook page “Darwin Veterinary Hospital”
Attadale Veterinary Hospital, South Perth WA (posted 17th April) Casual Vet Nurse
Casual Vet Nurse
Are you a passionate Vet Nurse who loves what you do?
Attadale Veterinary Hospital is on the lookout for a Casual Veterinary Nurse with potential for Part-time position to join our friendly, experienced team in the beautiful riverside suburb of Attadale, WA.
We're a close-knit, community-focused clinic that prides itself on delivering high-quality care - with heart. If you're a team player with a great attitude and a love for animals, we'd love to hear from you!
About the Role
In this casual nursing role, your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting vets with consultations, surgeries, and routine procedures
- Monitoring anaesthesia and providing hospital care to our patients
- Administering medications and preparing treatments
- Performing blood sampling, IV catheter placement, and in-house pathology
- Supporting with dental procedures, including x-rays and scale & polish
- Helping with patient admissions and discharges
- Maintaining accurate records and excellent client communication
- Reception support including calls, bookings, and general client care
What We're Looking For:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Clinical experience in a busy small animal practice
- Strong patient handling and surgical nursing skills
- Calm, compassionate, and confident under pressure
- A team-focused attitude with a flexible and reliable approach
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine passion for animal welfare
Why Join the Team at Attadale Vet?
- Casual flexibility to fit around your schedule
- Work in a positive, collaborative, and supportive team
- Access to ongoing training and professional development
- Beautiful location with a loyal client base and varied caseload
Interested?
If you're looking for casual work in a great clinic where you'll be appreciated, supported, and part of something meaningful - let's chat.
📧 Send your resume and a short cover letter to attadalevethospital@gmail.com for a confidential conversation.
We look forward to meeting you!
www.attadalevethospital.com.au/
Pinjarra Veterinary Hospital, Peel Region WA (posted 17th April)
Pinjarra Veterinary Hospital is looking to expand our Amazing Nursing Team.
We currently have a position available for a motivated individual to join our team!
This is not your average veterinary nurse role and our clinic is not your average clinic! Located in Pinjarra, Western Australia, we are a short 15 minute drive away from the coast whilst still being surrounded by farm and bushland, making us easily accessible to whatever outdoor activity you desire.
In our practice, every team member brings value and is part of something that we think is exceptional within the industry. Guided by our values of compassion, respect, excellence and shared responsibility, these values form the cornerstone of what we do.
As a member of our nursing team you will:
- Enjoying being part of a team
- Enjoy building relationships between clients and pets to enable us to help provide the best life possible for pets.
- Find preventative health just as important as surgery and medicine
- Want to continually develop your professional and personal skills
Ideally we are looking for someone with at least 2 years experience in the veterinary industry. You must have completed a Certificate IV Veterinary Nursing.
The nurse we are looking for:
- Is passionate about people and their pets
- Is detail focused
- Loves working in a fast-paced environment
- Enjoys being one of the team
- Genuinely cares for both people and pets
- Has a desire to grow your technical knowledge
- Is an excellent communicator with clients and their colleagues.
This is a full-time role, and will include some Saturday mornings.
If you are ready to take on the challenge, then please email your application to:
Dr Susan Bilbow at susan@pinjarravets.com.au
University Avenue Vet Hospital, Darwin, NT (posted 17th April)
Full or Part Time Experienced Vet Nurse
University Avenue Vet Hospital & Darwin My Vet Service are looking to expand our team of qualified Vet Nurses in our 100% small animal practices.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, and experienced nurse to join us, ideally in a full time role however part-time positions will be considered.
We are an independent family-owned business with a well-established clientele base. Our philosophy is to provide best practice medicine and build long lasting relationships with our clients. Our opening hours are 7:30am to 6:00pm Monday to Friday and 8:00 to 15:00 on Saturday with a typical day running with 2 Vets and 4 Vet Nurses. Our after-hours service is shared between a group of clinics in Darwin; therefore, you would only be expected to be on-call once a month. We share our hospital, surgical and reception duties between all qualified nurses, ensuring every day is different and you can utilise your skills across all areas.
What can we offer you?
5-day week, plus roughly 1 in 4 Saturdays (37.5 hours per week)
Supportive team. We have a great team of nurses at various stages of their career who love learning and studying and utilising their skills. Our nurses regularly perform nurse consults, catheter placement, blood draws, dental scale and polish and loads more. Our vets are pretty great too and always have time to discuss cases and share their knowledge with us. Daily board meetings are a must for team communication and information sharing.
We aim to leave on time and have scheduled lunch breaks.
Flexibility. We are very family friendly and happy to consider flexible hours for the right candidate.
CPD is strongly encouraged. We are happy to support further study/ online webinars and are currently running anaesthesia sessions in house for all staff to attend.
We have all the latest tools to help with patient care/diagnostics in real time. Digital x-ray, iM3 dental x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, multi parameter monitors and in-house blood machines.
What will you bring to the role?
- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- 2 years + experience in a small animal practice desired
- A great attitude. We need someone who will get along well with the team and have a positive, can-do approach.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passionate about providing the highest standard of care to our clients and patients.
- Exceptional work ethic and team focused approach.
- A desire to learn. There is always so much that is new and exciting in our job. We need to keep learning and growing so we can continue to take the best possible care of our patients.
Does this sound like the opportunity you have been waiting for? Come see Darwin for yourself and experience this vibrant tropical lifestyle. You will fall in love with the laid-back way of life up here and the 5-minute commute to work is just what you need to get your work/life balance back to where it should be!
Employee Testimonials:
"Family friendly employment! Moving from interstate, away from family and friends with a small child was challenging enough. Yet to find employment that supported your families availabilities with some extra personal challenges along the way has hands down been a winner! To be supported, listened to and able to work on personal & professional goals has enabled me to build my village again and am so honoured to be a part of this amazing team and have met some beautiful people I now call family." Kind Regards; Chantelle Leverton
"University Avenue and Darwin My Vet has been my workplace for now 7 years. It is the most people oriented, family-friendly and flexible workplace I have ever encountered. The owners are focused on staff wellbeing, satisfaction and will support an individuals’ special interests and goals. Management will support staff in any way they can and are focused on solutions. The core staff is long term, compassionate and highly experienced to give great client outcomes." Dr Lara Dauth BScBVMS
Visit: www.tourismtopend.com.au for further information.
You can also find our practices at: www.univets.com.au and www.facebook.com/univets or www.darwinmyvetservice.com.au
If you are interested in joining our team, please forward your details to: manager@univets.com.au
Pack & Clowder Vets, Fremantle WA (posted 17th April) Weekend Vet Nurse
Weekend Veterinary Nurse Wanted – Come Join Our Fear-Free Family
We would like to welcome you to join our brand new independent, Fear-Free small animal clinic. We’re on the lookout for a qualified Veterinary Nurse with minimum 2 years’ experience to join our weekend team.
We got fed up with the rushed, stressful insanity that is often veterinary medicine. Fear-Free has been career-altering for us. We have time to hug our patients and sit with clients. We actually enjoy going to work - fancy that?!
We’re a dog and cat-only clinic (with the occasional rabbit!) and we enjoy long consults in a peaceful, mindful, and supportive environment. If you’re not already Fear-Free trained, we’ll support you through the program - it’s that important to us.
This position is for 9am - 12pm every Saturday and Sunday, working every other weekend, with the potential for additional weekday shifts for the right applicant.
We offer flexible working weeks, pay our team what they deserve, insist on providing mental health support, encourage continuing education - and eat cake whenever we like! We don’t do after hours, because… no.
We need your excellent skills.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to: admin@pcvets.com.au
See our website: https://pcvets.com.au/
City Beach and Forrestdale Vets, Perth, WA (posted 16th April)
Veterinary Nurses - Permanent Part Time
Join Our Growing Practices!
We have a nurse leaving to join a specialist centre and, in a few months, a nurse is moving overseas.
We are looking for qualified nurses to become a part of our expanding practices. As we prepare to move into a brand-new, purpose-built facility in 2025 after many years at our current location, we are excited to welcome new staff members to help us continue providing exceptional care. These are permanent part-time positions, though we offer flexibility depending on the candidate. While you'll primarily be based at City Beach Veterinarians, there may be occasions where you’ll need to work at our Forrestdale Veterinary Hospital.
What We’re Looking For:
- A compassionate individual with excellent interpersonal skills
- A strong desire to work in a practice that upholds high standards of care
- Experienced nurses are preferred, though newly graduated nurses are encouraged to apply
You’ll be working alongside a fantastic team, many of whom have been with us for years, and with clients who genuinely care about their pets' well-being.
What We Offer:
- A supportive, long-term work environment
- Competitive remuneration based on qualifications, experience, and teamwork
- The opportunity to work in a brand-new facility at City Beach (expected to be finished mid 2025) and our Forrestdale facility is only 6 years old.
Visit our websites at citybeachvet.com.au and forrestdalevet.com.au to learn more about us.
If you’re passionate about veterinary care and ready for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Please email your resume and application to Nev and Al at: office@citybeachvet.com.au
RSPCA WA, Malaga, Perth North WA (posted 16th April)
Veterinary Nurse - Part Time
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) WA is the state's leading voice in animal welfare. On an average day, we employ around 100 staff and we have the support of an amazing group of volunteers. Together, our team works diligently toward preventing animal cruelty.
About this opportunity
The veterinary clinic based at the RSPCA WA shelter in Malaga provides services for the shelter animals and the RSPCA WA Inspectorate. As we do not offer a veterinary service to the public, there is no reception work. You will rotate across surgery, wards and shelter checks. Our caseload includes surrendered animals, prosecution cases, surgery, medical cases, and routine care.
This permanent, part-time role will be 4-5 7.6-hour days (Mon-Fri) per week. No weekends!
This role is aimed at an experienced Veterinary Nurse who can work unsupervised and does not require supervision from a veterinary surgeon for general, and more complex, nursing tasks.
Duties
Carry out all nursing tasks without instruction including (but not limited to):
- Surgical nursing including; anaesthetic monitoring and conducting radiography under direction of veterinarian.
- Provide general animal care, including feeding, cleaning, exercising of animals in care, without requiring any veterinary supervision or requiring additional assistance.
- Be willing to assist or handle a wide variety of animals using low stress handling techniques.
- Comply with workplace policies and procedures, including Occupational Safety and Health and Equal Opportunity legislation.
Skills & experience
- Certificate IV qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse.
- Shelter experience (desirable).
- Experience working as a veterinary nurse.
- The ability to work within a team environment.
Inclusive
At RSPCA WA, we accept and celebrate our differences. We aim to create a diverse workforce where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We believe it is in the RSPCA WA's best interests and those who work within it, to recognise the value of each individual and to combat prejudice, stereotyping and harassment.
Applications must include a concise CV along with a covering statement outlining the skills and experience you would bring to this role and your salary expectations.
For any enquiries or to apply please email: hr@rspcawa.org.au
Greencross Vets Cannington, Southern Perth, WA (posted 14th April)
We are looking for a Vet Nurse to join the Cannington team!
If you are looking to join a genuinely friendly, caring team who are passionate about providing great patient standards of care and customer service, this is it! We are a close-knit, supportive team where everyone's wellbeing is a top priority, with a collaborative focus on learning, development and strong team engagement. We would love to welcome a like-minded Vet Nurse to join us in providing the exceptional standard of care we are known for.
Our clinic is co-located within a busy Petbarn retail store, creating a network of highly engaged and committed pet owners being referred to our clinic. The clinic is well equipped and has a large team of experienced and supportive vets and nurses. This is a great opportunity for a nurse looking to utilise their skills and be a respected part of the team!
About your new role
- Part-time or Full-time
- Delivering personalised and dedicated client care to all patients and owners
- Caring, handling and cleaning all animals
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment
- Undertaking general nursing tasks, including pre and post-operative care, animal pathology and emergency and critical care
- Performing minor procedures when required
- Reception duties including being the first point of contact for clients, handling client enquiries in person and over the phone, scheduling appointments, managing client accounts, admitting and discharging patients.
About your skills and your experience
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- 2+ years of experience
- Excellent animal handling skills
- An extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Good organisational, communication and customer service skills
- Flexible and adaptable within a team environment
- Knowledge of RX Works ideal but not essential
Vetwest Carine (Duncraig), Northern Perth, WA (posted 10th April)
Join Our Team at Vetwest Carine!
Are you a passionate, skilled Vet Nurse who loves what you do? We’re looking for a Full-time Vet Nurse to join our talented and dynamic team at Vetwest Carine!
Our Vet Nurses cover all aspects of veterinary nursing, from assisting with a wide surgical case load, blood sampling and in-house pathology, cannula placement, to animal handling. There is also a component of reception duties including answering client enquiries over the phone, updating patient records, making appointments and discharge of patients.
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:
- Holds certificate IV in Vet Nursing or equivalent qualification.
- Strong experience in nursing and handling a variety of cases.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay calm under pressure.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
- 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.
About The Role
- Assisting our veterinarians with routine exams and procedures
- Providing surgical and hospital nursing care, including anaesthetic monitoring
- Delivering pre- and post-operative patient care, as well as offering grief support to clients
- Administering medications and preparing treatments as required
- Managing the admission and discharge process for surgical and hospital patients
- Communicating treatment plans and updates to clients
- Performing blood collection, testing, and IV catheter placement
- Assisting with diagnostic imaging (x-rays and ultrasounds)
- Supporting dental care, including scale and polish and performing dental x-rays
- Contributing to day-to-day nursing tasks to support our vets and team in providing the highest standard of patient care
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 Vetwest Carine.
Send your resume and cover letter to steph.dealmeida@vet.partners for a confidential discussion.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Baldivis Veterinary Hospital, Semi-Rural Southern Perth WA (posted 8th April) Senior Vet Nurse
Senior Veterinary Nurse
About the Opportunity:
An exciting new opportunity has become available for an experienced Senior Veterinary Nurse at the Baldivis Vet Hospital. We are a large, privately owned, multi-faceted Veterinary Hospital providing a range of pet medical and surgical services where we put paws in good hands and care for your pets like family.
Key Responsibilities:
- Holding animals to allow examination and treatment by Veterinarians
- Cleaning and sterilising examination tables and equipment
- Preparing instruments and handing them to the Veterinarian
- Assisting Veterinarians to administer anaesthetics and oxygen during operations
- Placing animals in cages for recovery from operations and monitoring their condition
- Giving medications to animals
- Maintaining stock control and records
- Providing animal care advice, and preparing, delivering, and reviewing animal care education programs
- May perform diagnostic laboratory tests
- Assist with imaging procedures as directed by the Veterinarian.
- Running and implementing extracorporeal shockwave therapy
- Advocate for the patients. Ensure all patients have appropriate pain management, medication and after care client information, including medical care and compassionate nursing.
- Discharge patients ensuring clear and concise information is relayed to the client.
- Administration duties
- Maintain the stock levels and cleanliness of the hospital area.
Qualification and Skills required
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent qualification) and be eligible for registration as a veterinary nurse in Western Australia.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience with extracorporeal shockwave therapy for horses.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience assisting with anaesthetics and oxygen during operations.
What we offer:
- Commitment to your ongoing professional development
- Full-Time Permanent Role
- Salary Range $75 000 – $80 000, experience-dependent
- Sponsorship on offer for eligible candidates via Baldivis Veterinary Hospital Pty Ltd
- Salary sacrifice on superannuation
- The practice has great access to the freeway and is only a few minutes from the coast and shopping centre.
How to Apply:
Click apply or contact Dr Danae Dunn on 08 9524 1466 for a confidential discussion. Resumes can also be forwarded to hr@baldivisvet.com.au
See www.baldivisvet.com.au, and
Yangebup-Beeliar Veterinary Clinic, South Perth WA (posted 7th April)
We are an independent, family owned small animal veterinary clinic in the suburb of Yangebup, Western Australia. Our client base is local, and we deal almost exclusively with dogs and cats, with the occasional bird or small pet consultation. We have a fantastic supportive team of two veterinarians and five vet nurses, plus a kennel hand. Two of our staff are taking leave during May and June, so we are looking for a nurse to fill this position.
We are looking for a friendly, dedicated, hardworking nurse who has good communication skills and works well in a small team. The range of duties include reception duties, answering the phone, triaging patients, scheduling consultations and surgeries, assisting the veterinarians with restraint and procedures, monitoring anaesthesia and recovery of surgical patients, care of hospital patients, and general cleaning duties. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
Position details: The hours would be between 15 and 20 hours per week. We are hoping for someone who can cover Thursday (full day), Friday (6 hour shift) and alternative Saturday mornings, plus potentially Mondays (6 hour shift). We can be somewhat flexible with times and hours, the most important days we need covered are the Thursday and the Saturday morning. There is no after hours required. The position will be available from the 28th of April, with a permanent part time position possible for the right candidate.
Renumeration would be between $35 and $40 per hour casual, depending on experience.
To apply, please email manager@ybvet.com.au with your CV and cover letter.
Hanly Veterinary Hospital, South East Perth WA (posted 3rd April)
Looking for 2x Part Time Veterinary Nurses and 1x Full Time Veterinary Nurse.
2 days a week and 1 in 3 Saturdays / 4 days a week and 2 in 4 Saturdays
Are you a new graduate looking for a dynamic team to work with?
Do you have experience in clinical and surgical nursing?
We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic nurses to join our team, you will have full support from our Practice Manager, 4 Veterinarians, 5 Nurses and office staff. We believe in the importance of a happy working environment.
We are a very busy small animal practice with regular clientele. Our practice is well equipped with an ultrasound machine, digital x-ray machine, full inhouse Idexx blood machine and a K-Laser machine.
What we are looking for:
- Certificate 4 in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification.
- Registered with the Western Australian Veterinary Surgeons Board.
- Experience in surgical nursing is beneficial.
- Confident monitoring anaesthetic, animal handling and general nursing duties.
- Maintain an excellent level of patient care and customer service.
- Maintain a high level of care and cleanliness.
- Assist with reception duties and tasks as required.
What we offer:
- Supportive team
- Family operated hospital, we all look after each other.
- Totally devoted to animal welfare.
- Not a euthanasia clinic, this is why our logo says “may all animals be happy and free from suffering”.
- A rostered Saturday 1 in 3 for part time & 2 in 4 for full time, between 8am and 1pm.
- Fee free veterinary expenses for your own pets.
Please email your resume with a cover letter to: hanlyvet@bigpond.com
Tel: 08 949 5595 - Email: veterinaryteam@hanlyvet.com.au
Perth Animal Eye Hospital, Manning, Southern Perth, WA (posted 25th March)
Full Time Ophthalmology Nurse
Full time: 38-hour week
Perth Animal Eye Hospital is seeking an experienced, self-motivated veterinary nurse to join their energetic, dynamic team.
We are a busy ophthalmology referral hospital (the only one in WA) in the Southern Suburbs consisting of 2 specialists,1 registrar, 2 resident and 5 nurses. We are looking to expand our family.
The position will be 38 hours worked Monday- Friday between 7:30 – 6:30pm with an on-call roster of one weekend every 5 to 6 weeks. The on-call roster is for emergencies only as we are not open for routine appointments during the weekend. The position will cover a range of aspects of surgical nursing, anaesthesia, customer service, reception, patient care, and of course, ophthalmology!
The right candidate will require:
- Certificate IV in vet nursing or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years’ experience
- VSB registered.
- Great work ethic
- Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a close working relationship with your leading staff and fellow teammates.
- Highly effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills, and the demonstrated ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with staff at all levels of the organisation.
- An amazing ‘can do’, team player attitude.
What we can offer:
- Predominantly weekday shifts – no more pesky weekend work other than the on-call roster
- An interesting and varied roll
- Supportive team environment
- Salary is above award and will be dependent on the experience you bring to the role.
- Full time 38-hour week.
If you are looking for the opportunity to practice high level nursing care and extend your nursing knowledge in a specialist field, whilst working in a great atmosphere, please send your CV and covering letter (with the contact details of two referees) to:
nurses@pertheyevet.com.au
Attention: Tracy Pinto RVN
Our website can be found at: http://www.pertheyevet.com.au
For any additional information on the position call (08) 6110 1616
Perth Vet Emergency, Yokine, Northern Perth, WA (posted 20th March)
Casual Veterinary Nurses 🐾💙
At Perth Vet Emergency (PVE) Yokine, we’re proud of our exceptional emergency veterinary care and the strong culture we've built. Our dedicated team offers the highest standards of care to patients, while providing continuous opportunities for professional growth. With a leadership team that’s open, supportive, and collaborative, we prioritize personal and team development. Due to an exciting period of growth for PVE, we have vacancy in our Casual Nurse team.
What We Offer:🏥
- Training & Development: Hands-on training, buddy shifts, access to webinars, online resources, and monthly in-house CPD. We also support mental health through First Aid Officers and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Varied Shifts: Flexibility to take on diverse shifts and gain experience with exciting cases.
- Competitive Pay: Above-award rates with penalty pay for most shifts, tailored to your experience.
- Supportive Team: A passionate, collaborative environment focused on patient care and teamwork.
What You’ll Do:👣
- Triage, pathology, radiography, treatments, surgery, and patient care.
- Handle complex cases, including trauma, medical and surgical emergencies.
- Work closely with the veterinary team to provide top care.
- Participate in debriefs after challenging cases.
- Collaborate with our client care team to ensure excellent outcomes.
Ideal Candidate:🏆
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Technology.
- Experience: MUST HAVE - 1-2 years in Emergency & Critical Care OR 3-4 years in general practice.
- Availability: MUST HAVE - flexibility to work various shifts (mornings, nights, weekends).
- Skills: Passion for patient care, ongoing learning, strong communication, and teamwork.
Why Work at PVE? 🌞
At PVE, you’ll gain invaluable experience in emergency care with access to advanced equipment and support from an enthusiastic team. You will be encouraged and supported. If you’re ready to advance your career and be part of our dynamic team, apply now!
For more info, contact us at careers@aes.emailRiverton Rossmoyne Vet Hospital, South Eastern Perth, WA (posted 18th March)
EXPERIENCED VET NURSE/TEAM LEADER REQUIRED - PART TIME OR FULL TIME
About us
We are a recently renovated, well-equipped, family-owned small animal veterinary hospital located in Riverton. A unique opportunity for an experienced vet nurse has arisen at our hospital!
We have fantastic clients and an exciting, varied caseload. We practice a very high standard of veterinary care, and our team has all the equipment and skills needed to fully work up and treat our cases, including complex soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with outstanding customer service every step of the way.
Our team currently comprises 4 vets and 8 vet nurses, and on most days we have 2 vets and 3-4 vet nurses working together, however we are in the process of expanding.
About you and the role
We are looking for an experienced vet nurse who is looking to advance to the next level in their career. As Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading our team of friendly nurses.
You will manage the day-to-day running of the practice, in collaboration with our Principal Veterinarian. You will be the initial point of call for managing staff, clients and other stakeholders. You will work closely with the management team to develop policies and protocols, implement changes, undertake performance reviews, nurse training, inventory management and equipment maintenance schedules.
A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is essential, as well as experience working in all facets of small animal general practice. A self-motivated individual with leadership qualities is essential for this higher-level role. Amount of experience required is flexible for the right person, but someone with at least five years’ experience would be preferable.
Excellent customer service skills are also essential, as well as strong skills with patient care, anaesthetic monitoring and surgical nursing, as this position involves a mix of everything! If you are someone who enjoys building relationships with clients and their pets, is enthusiastic and confident, and works well in a team then we want to speak with you!
The weekly hours worked for this position is negotiable, but a commitment of around 25 hours per week on average will be required to fulfill the duties. The hours worked will be across Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts. Additional hours will also be required when other team members are on leave, as it is essential all team members work additional hours/shifts when others are on leave.
Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
How to apply
For further information or to apply for this position, please email a cover letter and your CV to Dr Kelly Hall at: kelly@rivertonvet.com.au
Western Australian Vet Emergency and Specialty (WAVES), Success, Southern Perth, WA (posted 17th March)
Veterinary Radiology Nurse - Casual / permanent part-time Position
Western Australian Veterinary Emergency and Specialty (WAVES) is a veterinary referral hospital located in Success, WA. We provide emergency and specialist veterinary care for family pets, treating them as we would our own family members.
At WAVES, we are committed to building the right team. We are looking for energetic, enthusiastic, and dedicated nurses to join our specialised radiology department. As a radiology nurse at WAVES, you will work alongside highly skilled radiologists, radiographers, experienced nurses, and other specialist teams within the hospital.
On a daily basis, you will assist with ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, X-rays, fluoroscopy and minor procedures such as ultrasound-guided sampling, biopsy and CSF tap etc. You will also collaborate closely with our anaesthesia specialists, assisting with general anaesthesia monitoring as needed.
To be a successful applicant for this role, you will have:
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent and registration with the WA Veterinary Surgeons’ Board
- A minimum of two years of full-time veterinary nursing experience (experience in a referral hospital is advantageous but not essential)
- Exceptional time management and scheduling skills
- The ability to multitask both independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication skills with pet owners and colleagues across departments
- Familiarity with Apple computer systems (advantageous but not essential)
What we offer:
- Reasonable working hours with no weekend work
- Comprehensive training to support your development
- A friendly, supportive and healthy work environment
To learn more about our recruitment process and how to apply, please send a copy of your cover letter and CV to teresa@wavets.com.au
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Animal Happiness Manning Vet, Southern Perth, WA (posted 14th March)
Animal Happiness Vet is seeking a Casual or Part Time Registered Veterinary Nurse
Do you want a vet nursing job that makes you happy?
Animal Happiness Manning Vet is an independent, fully equipped veterinary hospital on Manning Road, in Manning WA - just 9 km south of the Perth CBD.
Our veterinary practice embodies the happiness philosophy: Happiness comes from a love of people, pets, and wildlife that guides every interaction and decision with clients, patients and colleagues.
We seek an enthusiastic, vibrant, energetic, experienced veterinary nurse to join our team.
What the role includes:
- All aspects of reception and surgical nursing duties
- Providing a high standard of care and support to our patients and clients
- Assisting the vets in a surgical and medical nursing capacity
- Monitoring and recovery of patients during and after general anaesthesia
- Administering medication under vet supervision
- Performing catheterisation, blood sampling and diagnostic laboratory tests
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice
What you will bring:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
- Registration with the Veterinary Practice Board of Western Australia
- The capacity to perform the tasks and responsibilities listed above
- A warm, friendly, happy, and professional disposition towards clients, patients and team members
- The capacity to work collaboratively in a team as well as independently as necessary
- The desire to learn and to progress your professional skills and capabilities
- The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience, both in surgical nursing and reception duties, and be confident in these areas
What we will offer you:
- An inviting, happy, warm, active, and professional veterinary team
- Equal opportunity in every respect
- The opportunity to contribute to and ensure best nursing practices
- Active support in career advancement
- In-house diagnostic equipment including Abaxis Vetscan blood analysers, ultrasound, microscope, DR and dental radiological equipment, and more
- Human grade anaesthetic monitoring equipment (SurgiVet)
- Fun team building events
- We always pay above the award rate
We are looking for the right person to match our happiness philosophy - do you have a passion for animals and people, and are you a hard-working, contributing, positive and enthusiastic team member?
If you think this role is for you, please submit a cover letter explaining your suitability and a recent CV with at least three professional referees to our Practice Manager Sammy at: hr@animalhappinessvet.com.au
If you have any questions about this job, please contact Sammy at: hr@animalhappinessvet.com.au or call 08 6355 5177 Tuesday to Friday.
Mt Helena Family Vet Clinic, North East Perth, WA (posted 14th March)
Small Animal Practice - Vet Nurse - Casual/Part Time
(1-2 regular shifts a week, on-going, with the potential for more if that suits)
Our clinic renovations are almost complete, which means you have the exciting opportunity to join our team in a modern, welcoming environment!
We are growing and are looking for one amazing vet nurse to join our wonderful team!
An exciting opportunity has become available for a friendly, professional, and enthusiastic vet nurse to be part of our wonderful team.
We are an independent family-owned clinic where best practices are maintained, and every decision is made with the patient and their owner’s best interest at heart.
We are a happy and thriving practice that prides itself on having a great relationship with clients, customer satisfaction and providing elevated patient care.
The Position:
Ideally, we would like an experienced vet nurse however this position will also suit a motivated recent graduate who wants to be exposed to an interesting and varied caseload. Most of the cases are companion animals, however, the practice also sees pocket pets, wildlife and the occasional avian case.
We close at 2pm on Saturdays and are closed Sundays and Public Holidays. There are no on-call duties.
Our Facilities & Services:
- We understand to provide a high standard of care you require the equipment to perform effectively and offer extensive medical and surgical facilities -
Integrated Digital DR-Tech touch screen radiography
- Stryker orthopaedic drill set
- Electrocautery unit
- Mylab ultrasound
- Integrated Vetscan VS2 and Haematology REM blood analyser, urine analyser
- MACH Theatre, Procedure and examination lights
- iM3 Elite Dental station and Dental Xray
- Surgivet, plus mobile Multi-parameter anaesthetic monitoring
The Team:
We have a supportive and collaborative management, veterinary and nursing team to attribute to an enjoyable and positive workplace.
Our nursing team are always willing to assist and are highly engaged in the treatment and care of patients. Team members are chosen for their technical skills, knowledge, enthusiasm, care and also personality to join in a friendly and professional work environment. Vets nurses are encouraged to engage in continuing education.
Salary and Benefits:
- A generous above award remuneration package
- To be part of a fantastic and supportive working environment
- Continued education supported and encouraged – including being able to jump onboard our monthly team education workshops collaborating with the Lincoln Institute
- Opportunity to extend your nursing knowledge and responsibilities
Location:
Mundaring is a vibrant and growing community with the easy-going lifestyle. We have great sporting facilities, infrastructure as well as good schools, medical facilities, and shopping. (For more information about living in Mundaring, please click here)
If you would like to be part of our valued team working in an exciting and enjoyable workplace with a genuine commitment to elevated patient care and great work/life balance, please apply.
To apply, please contact Michael Bennett by email: michael@mthelenavet.com.au or call 08 9572 1777
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