Veterinary Nurse – Full-Time | Melbourne South East

Our client is seeking an experienced Certificate IV Veterinary Nurse to join their modern and progressive small animal practice in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinary nurse looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive environment where nurses are encouraged to fully utilise their skills, continue learning and make a genuine contribution to patient care.

About the Practice

Our client is a well-established, purpose-built small animal hospital committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

The practice believes in empowering veterinary nurses to work to the full extent of their qualifications, encouraging active involvement in patient care, clinical decision-making and client education.

Supported by an experienced veterinary team and dedicated client service staff, nurses are able to focus on what they do best—providing outstanding patient care.

The Role

This full-time position offers a varied and rewarding caseload across medical, surgical and dental nursing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting veterinarians during consultations and procedures
• Anaesthetic monitoring and peri-operative patient care
• Medical and surgical nursing
• Dental nursing
• Intravenous catheter placement and fluid therapy
• Blood collection and laboratory procedures
• Diagnostic imaging assistance, including radiography
• Hospital patient monitoring
• Client education and treatment plan discussions

Veterinary nurses are encouraged to take ownership of patient care, work collaboratively with the veterinary team and contribute ideas that enhance clinical standards and practice efficiency.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally possess:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
• A minimum of two years' experience in a small animal practice
• Confidence across medical, surgical and hospital nursing
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
• A proactive approach with a genuine desire to continue learning and developing professionally
• The ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment

An interest in areas such as stock management, workflow improvement or practice development will be well supported.

What's on Offer

• Full-time position within a modern, purpose-built veterinary hospital
• Opportunity to fully utilise your nursing skills across a broad clinical caseload
• Dedicated client service team allowing nurses to focus on patient care
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• Access to internal and external continuing education opportunities
• A collaborative and supportive workplace culture
• Opportunity to contribute to practice improvement initiatives
• Regular team-building and social activities
• Generous staff discounts
• A practice committed to recognising and supporting the contribution of veterinary nurses

If you're an experienced Veterinary Nurse looking for a workplace where your skills, knowledge and professional growth are genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:

Kieron Wineberg
Lead Veterinary Recruitment Consultant – GVC
📞 0426 956 621
✉️ kieron.wineberg@gvcvets.com