Lead Vet Nurse & Clinic Manager — Growth & Leadership

PetO; Melton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award hourly rate

Bonus structure and team incentives

Autonomy to run your clinic your way

Staff discounts across PetO & Our Vet

Work-life balance: rotating Saturdays,

Birthday leave

Supportive leadership and career grow

Job summary

PetO is seeking a motivated Vet Nurse leader to oversee a busy small animal clinic in Melton. You will balance hands-on veterinary care with team leadership and clinic management, supported by a national network.

You’ll mentor vets and nurses, lead from the front on clinical excellence, and drive growth while maintaining superb patient care and client communication. Join a family-run Australian business with strong training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ in clinic experience as a Vet Nurse in small animal medicine
• Proven experience running a practice and leading a team
• The drive to foster a supportive and positive clinic environment
• Natural drive to grow and lead a successful clinic
• Solid commercial acumen to balance great care with business success
• Collaborative and approachable leadership style

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist vets with consults, surgeries, dental procedures, diagnostics, hospital and general animal care to ensure best outcomes.
• Diagnostics & Treatments: Collect and process samples, support lab work, administer medications, and monitor patients under vet guidance.
• Strengthening client relationships: ensure every pet owner leaves feeling supported, informed, and confident in the care their pets receive.
• Leading the team: mentoring vets, nurses, and potential students while building a positive, engaged, and supportive clinic culture.
• Running the business side: oversee the clinic’s performance (P&L, budgets, stock management, rostering) and help the team hit targets without losing sight of patient care.
• Driving growth: contribute ideas, implement improvements, and make sure the clinic thrives financially, culturally and operationally.

Job description

PetO is seeking a motivated Vet Nurse leader to oversee a busy small animal clinic in Melton. You will balance hands-on veterinary care with team leadership and clinic management, supported by a national network.

You’ll mentor vets and nurses, lead from the front on clinical excellence, and drive growth while maintaining superb patient care and client communication. Join a family-run Australian business with strong training and development opportunities.