Veterinary Nurse

Vetpartners; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 68,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Real career pathways

VNCA membership support

Paid parental leave

Health and wellbeing support

Discounts and perks

Pet benefits

Connected veterinary community

Job summary

New Lambton Vet Clinic is seeking a qualified Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly team on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will lead and support junior staff while continuing to develop skills in a progressive clinic environment.

The role involves assisting with consultations, surgery, anaesthesia, and hospital cases, supporting day-to-day clinic operations, and providing high-quality patient care and client support. Mentoring juniors is part of the role.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) is required.
• Minimum 4 years’ veterinary nursing experience.
• Confident across all general practice nursing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with consultations, surgery, anaesthesia, and hospital cases.
• Support veterinarians and nursing team with day-to-day clinic operations.
• Provide high-quality patient care and client support.
• Mentor and guide junior team members when required.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Job description

Job Description

Description

Part-Time Veterinary Nurse Wanted – New Lambton Vet Clinic

New Lambton Vet Clinic is looking for a qualified Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and dedicated team on a part-time basis.

We are seeking an experienced nurse who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care, enjoys working as part of a supportive team, and is ready to take the next step in their veterinary nursing career.

This role offers the opportunity to lead and support junior team members as required, while continuing to develop your skills within a progressive and caring clinic environment.

About the role:

• Assisting with consultations, surgery, anaesthesia, and hospital cases
• Supporting our veterinarians and nursing team with day-to-day clinic operations
• Providing high-quality patient care and client support
• Mentoring and guiding junior team members when required

About you:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
• Minimum 4 years’ veterinary nursing experience
• Confident working across all aspects of general practice nursing
• Strong communication skills and a passion for teamwork
• A desire to grow and progress your career

Why join New Lambton Vet Clinic?

• Real career pathways – develop your clinical skills, explore specialist interests, and grow into leadership roles
• Professional membership support – we will cover your professional membership with the VNCA
• Paid parental leave – flexible programs for primary and secondary carers, plus a return-to-work bonus
• Health and wellbeing support – access to 24/7 EAP support with Sonder, a Mental Health First Aid network, and ongoing wellbeing initiatives
• Everyday discounts and perks – enjoy savings on fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment, and more
• Pet benefits – exclusive discounts on veterinary services and products for your own pets
• Connected community – be part of a supportive network of veterinary professionals across Australia and New Zealand