Veterinary Nurse

VetPartners Australia and New Zealand; City Of Canning; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetwest Animal Hospital Canning Vale is seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join our established clinic in a full-time capacity. This hands-on role focuses on surgical nursing, anaesthesia, and patient care, with reception duties as needed to keep the clinic running smoothly.

You will support our team of veterinarians, deliver high-quality anaesthetic monitoring, monitor hospitalised patients, and maintain accurate records while delivering clear client education.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with solid surgical and anaesthesia skills.
• Experience in patient care and hospital nursing.
• Excellent communication with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Supporting vets across surgery, anaesthesia, and patient care
• Delivering high level anaesthetic monitoring and post operative recovery care
• Monitoring hospitalised patients and administering medications and treatments
• Assisting with diagnostics and maintaining accurate patient records
• Providing clear, compassionate client communication and education
• Supporting reception duties including bookings, payments, and enquiries when needed
• Managing a varied and busy workload with confidence and care
• Flexible rostering available

Skills

Surgical nursing

Anaesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Reception support

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Veterinary Nurse | Vetwest Animal Hospital Canning Vale | Full Time

A well-established clinic, a tight knit team, and a where your mindset truly matters.

About the Clinic

Vetwest Animal Hospital Canning Vale is a well established, vibrant clinic delivering a full range of GP veterinary services to the local community. Our clinic is one of the flagship clinics in the Vetwest group, and supports a collaborative team of 6 veterinarians and 4 veterinary nurses, all committed to providing high quality, compassionate care to every patient and client who walks through our doors.

We pride ourselves on maintaining high clinical standards in a supportive, team first environment where experienced nurses are trusted, respected, and encouraged to lead.

About the Role

We’re seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join our team in a full time capacity. This is a hands on, clinical role with a strong focus on surgical nursing, anaesthesia, and patient care, alongside reception support when required.

You’ll play a key role in supporting our vets, and helping the clinic run smoothly day to day – with autonomy, variety, and genuine impact.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting vets across surgery, anaesthesia, and patient care
• Delivering high level anaesthetic monitoring and post operative recovery care
• Monitoring hospitalised patients and administering medications and treatments
• Assisting with diagnostics and maintaining accurate patient records
• Providing clear, compassionate client communication and education
• Supporting reception duties including bookings, payments, and enquiries when needed
• Managing a varied and busy workload with confidence and care
• Flexible rostering available

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Solid foundational skills in surgical and anaesthesia procedures
• Confidence across patient care, hospital nursing, and reception supportli>Excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues
• A calm, proactive approach in a fast paced clinical environment
• A genuine commitment to high standards of veterinary care

We Know This Industry Isn’t Without Its Challenges – And We Take That Seriously

Your wellbeing is not an afterthought here. We’re committed to a safe, supportive workplace backed by real safety standards, EAP support, a Mental Health First Aid network, and the Best for Pet Wellness Plan – because the people who care for animals deserve to be looked after too.

Small Clinic Feel. Big Network Behind You.

Vetwest Animal Hospital Canning Vale is proudly part of VetPartners – Australia and New Zealand’s largest vet care network, with 270+ clinics and a connected community of over 4,000 vets and nurses across ANZ.

What that means for you:

• Real career pathways – grow your surgical skills, step into leadership, or progress toward practice management
• Paid parental leave – flexible programs for primary and secondary carers, plus a return to work bonus
• Health & wellbeing support – 24/7 EAP with Sonder, Mental Health First Aid network, and fitness benefits
• Everyday discounts & perks – fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment, health insurance, and more
• Pet benefits – savings on pet essentials and insurance for your own pets
• Connected community – support, learning, and career development across a national network

Sound Like Your Kind of Role?

VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.