Locum Veterinary Nurse – Malvern, VIC
Armadale, VIC, 3143, Australia
Location: Armadale VIC 3143
Clinic: Independent small-animal clinic (name withheld as requested)
Role Type: Locum Vet Nurse – Multiple Dates (Jan – Mar 2026)
A well-established and highly regarded veterinary clinic in Malvern is seeking an experienced Locum Veterinary Nurse (Reception-focused) to assist with annual leave coverage from January to March 2026.
Due to the frequency of shifts and preference for continuity, the clinic is ideally seeking one recurring nurse who can commit to as many dates as possible.
This position suits a confident, organised and personable nurse with strong reception, client communication and administrative skills who can integrate seamlessly into an established and supportive team.
Reception Shifts Requiring Coverage
February 2026
- Thursday 05/02/2026 – 7:30am–4:00pm
- Thursday 19/02/2026 – 2:00pm–7:00pm
March 2026
- Thursday 05/03/2026 – 2:00pm–7:00pm
- Thursday 19/03/2026 – 7:45am–7:00pm
- Thursday 26/03/2026 – 7:45am–7:00pm
Requirements
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) preferred
- Previous experience in veterinary reception or client services
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Confident managing bookings, phones, payments and client enquiries
- Reliable, professional and able to integrate effectively into the team
- Ability to follow clinic protocols after an initial induction
What’s on Offer
- Consistent block of locum work across multiple months
- Supportive, friendly and well-structured team
- Well-equipped small-animal practice
- Warm, flexible working environment