Vet Nurse I Peninsula Veterinary Surgery

VetPartners; Redcliffe; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time role

Supportive team

Professional development

Varied caseload

Competitive salary

Job summary

Peninsula Veterinary Surgery in Queensland is seeking a compassionate, motivated Veterinary Nurse to join our clinical team in a full-time capacity.

You will support veterinarians across clinical and surgical cases, performing nursing and reception duties to keep the clinic running smoothly in a busy practice.

The role offers a stable full-time position with opportunities for professional development and a varied caseload in a well-established clinic.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Nurse with Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
• Experience in small animal clinical practice preferred.
• Confident in anaesthetic monitoring and surgical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Surgical nursing assistance, including anaesthetic monitoring and patient recovery.
• Patient handling, restraint, and pre- and post-operative care.
• Medication administration and inpatient care.
• Assisting with diagnostic imaging and laboratory work.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Client communication and education.
• General reception and front-of-house support when required.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment.

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Full-Time Veterinary Nurse – Peninsula Veterinary Surgery

Peninsula Veterinary Surgery is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated clinical team in a full-time capacity.

We are a busy, community-focused small animal practice committed to providing high-quality veterinary care and excellent client service. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills and input are valued.

About the Role

As a Full-Time Veterinary Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting veterinarians across a wide range of clinical and surgical cases. You will be involved in both nursing and reception duties, contributing to the smooth day-to-day running of the clinic.

Key Responsibilities

• Surgical nursing assistance, including anaesthetic monitoring and patient recovery
• Patient handling, restraint, and pre- and post-operative care
• Medication administration and inpatient care
• Assisting with diagnostic imaging and laboratory work
• Maintaining accurate clinical records
• Client communication and education
• General reception and front-of-house support when required
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised clinical environment

We are looking for someone who is:

• A qualified Veterinary Nurse (Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent preferred)
• Experienced in small animal clinical practice (preferred, but motivated newer nurses are encouraged to apply)
• Confident in anaesthetic monitoring and surgical assistance
• Calm under pressure and able to multitask in a busy environment
• A strong communicator with excellent client care skills
• A genuine team player with a positive, professional attitude

What We Offer

No afterhours, no overtime and NO WEEKENDS!

• Full-time stable position in a well-established clinic
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development
• Exposure to a varied and interesting caseload
• Competitive remuneration based on experience