Veterinary Nurse

Vets Central Pty; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

No on-call or after-hours shifts

Weekend work limited

VC Learning Academy access

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Familypet Vet in Coromandel Valley seeks a positive Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly, community-focused team.

We offer a flexible arrangement (full-time or part-time, ~4 days per week, occasional Saturdays) with no on-call or after-hours shifts.

You will deliver high standards of patient care, support veterinarians across general practice nursing, and benefit from ongoing training and team social activities.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Vet Nursing preferred or solid in-clinic experience.
• Minimum 3 years veterinary nursing experience.
• Strong animal handling and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians across general practice nursing (consults, surgery, hospital care).
• Delivering high standards of patient and customer care.

Skills

Animal handling

Client service

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate IV in Vet Nursing

In-clinic experience

Tools

Ezyvet

Job description

• Competitive Pay (commensurate with experience)
• Work-Life Balance: No on-call or after-hours shifts; weekend work limited.
• Access to the VC Learning Academy and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Familypet Vet, Coromandel Valley | Full-time or Part-time Vet Nurse

Our Clinic

Located in beautiful Coromandel Valley with stunning views, Familypet Vet has been caring for animals in Adelaide’s south-east for over 34 years. Our dedicated and knowledgeable team provides high-quality care by investing in ongoing training and utilizing the latest technology such as digital X-ray, dental X-ray, and IDEXX laboratory machines. We offer in-house progesterone blood testing and are supported by a loyal client base. Plus, we have the added charm of our clinic cat, Shrimp!

The Opportunity

We are looking for a positive and enthusiastic Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive, tight-knit team. We are offering a flexible arrangement, either full-time or part-time position (approx. 4 days per week, and occasionally Saturdays) depending on the right candidate.

If you love nursing, enjoy being hands-on, and want to work in a community-focused clinic where your skills are valued, this is the role for you!

Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting veterinarians across all aspects of general practice nursing (consults, surgery, hospital care)
• Delivering high standards of patient and customer care
• Monitoring anaesthesia and handling patient recovery
• Performing minor procedures and maintaining practice hygiene
• Assisting with reception and administrative tasks when needed

About You:

• Certificate IV in Vet Nursing (preferred, but candidates with solid in-clinic experience will be considered)
• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary nursing role
• High standard of patient care, excellent animal handling skills, and strong client service orientation
• Good time management skills, initiative, and a collaborative team attitude
• Knowledge of Ezyvet is an advantage, but not essential

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay (commensurate with experience)
• Work-Life Balance: No on-call or after-hours shifts; weekend work limited.
• Team Perks & Culture: Fun Scrub Fridays, birthday lunches, regular social outings, and a Great Place to Work certified workplace
• Benefits & Growth: Novated leasing options, paid parental & "purrental" leave, access to the VC Learning Academy, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support
• Support Network: Connect with peers across the national Vets Central network

Category: Clinical - Veterinary Nurse

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: MM000020

Posted: 1 Sep 2026