Veterinary Nurse

VetPartners Australia and New Zealand; Geelong; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing support

Discounts & perks

Pet benefits

National network

Job summary

Corio Veterinary Clinic in Geelong is seeking an experienced Part-Time Veterinary Nurse to support surgery, hospital care, nurse consults and reception. This hands-on role offers variety and a collaborative team in a modern, calm clinic.

You will have a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and proven skills in anaesthetic monitoring and general nursing. Flexible 16+ hours across 3–4 days, with additional hours to cover maternity leave.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is required.
• Experience as a confident all‑rounder veterinary nurse.
• Strong anaesthetic monitoring and nursing skills.
• Comfortable across surgery, hospital, and reception.

Responsibilities

• Support vets in anaesthesia, surgery, diagnostics and patient care.
• Monitor anaesthesia and care for hospitalised patients.
• Assist with radiology, blood draws and IV catheter placement.
• Run nurse consults and manage reception duties.

Skills

Anaesthetic monitoring

Surgical nursing

Client communication

Team player

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Veterinary Nurse | Corio Veterinary Clinic | Part‑Time

A clinic with history. A team with heart. A role where your nursing skills are truly valued.

About the Clinic

Corio Veterinary Clinic has been caring for the local community for almost 50 years and is proud to be a trusted, well‑established part of the region. We’re a close‑knit team of 4 vets and 5 veterinary nurses, delivering high‑quality small animal care with a strong focus on teamwork, support, and genuine connection – both with each other and our loyal clients.

Our clinic is modern, well‑equipped, and known for being calm, friendly, and drama‑free. People stay here because they feel supported, respected, and part of something that works.

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced, all‑rounder Part‑Time Veterinary Nurse, with a minimum of 16 hours per week across 3–4 days, and additional hours initially available to cover maternity leave.

This is a hands‑on nursing role where your skills will be used daily across surgery, hospital care, nurse consults, and reception – with plenty of variety and support from a genuinely collaborative team.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting vets across anaesthesia, surgery, diagnostics, and patient care
• Confident anaesthetic monitoring and hospitalised patient care
• Assisting with procedures including radiology, blood draws, and IV catheter placement
• Running nurse consults and delivering warm, professional client communication
• Reception duties including appointment scheduling and client queries
• Maintaining a clean, organised clinic and jumping in wherever needed
• Working part‑time with flexibility and additional hours available during maternity leave cover

What We’re Looking For

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (required)
• Experience as a confident, capable all‑rounder veterinary nurse
• Strong skills in anaesthetic monitoring and general nursing procedures
• Comfortable working across surgery, hospital, and reception
• A calm, proactive approach in a fast‑paced clinic
• A team‑first mindset with positive energy and reliability
• Excellent communication skills and genuine care for clients and patients

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 environment 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.

Corio Veterinary Clinic is proudly part of VetPartners– Australia and New Zealand’s largest vet care network, with 270+ clinics and a community of over 1,000 vets and nurses.

What that means for you:

• Real career pathways – develop in surgical, emergency, or dental nursing, step into leadership, or grow into practice management with support
• 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 – access to a national network of veterinary professionals across ANZ

Sound Like Your Kind of Place?

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