Part-Time Veterinary Nurse — 9m Mat Leave Coverage

VetPartners Australia Pty; Geelong; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Best for Pet Wellness Plan

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Employee discounts

Pet benefits

Networking with VetPartners network

Job summary

Corio Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Part-Time Veterinary Nurse to join our close-knit team on a 9-month maternity leave cover. You’ll work across surgery, hospital care, nurse consults, and reception, with support from 4 vets and 5 nurses in a calm, collaborative environment.

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is required, with strong anaesthetic monitoring and general nursing skills. This role offers flexible hours across 3–4 days and the chance to contribute to a trusted

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is required.
• Experience as an all-round veterinary nurse in a fast-paced clinic.
• Strong anaesthetic monitoring and nursing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support vets across anaesthesia, surgery, diagnostics, and patient care.
• Monitor anaesthetics and care for hospitalised patients.
• Assist with radiology, blood draws, and IV catheter placement.
• Run nurse consults and provide warm client communication.
• Reception duties including scheduling and client queries.
• Maintain a clean, organised clinic and assist wherever needed.
• Work part-time with flexibility and extra hours during maternity cover.

Skills

Anaesthetic monitoring

Surgical nursing

Reception duties

Client communication

Team player

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Corio Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Part-Time Veterinary Nurse to join our close-knit team on a 9-month maternity leave cover. You’ll work across surgery, hospital care, nurse consults, and reception, with support from 4 vets and 5 nurses in a calm, collaborative environment.

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is required, with strong anaesthetic monitoring and general nursing skills. This role offers flexible hours across 3–4 days and the chance to contribute to a trusted