Veterinary Nurse

Vets Central; The Hills Shire Council; On-site; AUD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work® Certified

Excellent Work/Life Balance

Mental Health & Wellbeing Focus

Paid Parental & Purrental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Novated car leases with Fleet Partners

Job summary

A trusted veterinary practice in Sydney is seeking a full-time Veterinary Nurse to join their collaborative team. The role involves providing high-level nursing support, monitoring anaesthetics, and performing various medical procedures. Ideal candidates will have a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent experience, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. Enjoy a supportive workplace focused on well-being, alongside fair remuneration ranging from $37,000 to $48,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Veterinary Nurse is required.
• Confident working independently and within a team is essential.
• Passion for learning and delivering patient care is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on veterinary nursing support.
• Perform dental and advanced medical procedures.
• Conduct reception and general clinic duties as needed.

Skills

High-level nursing and surgical support

Venipuncture and catheter placement

Anaesthetic and surgical monitoring

Strong organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent

Job description

Baulkham Hills Veterinary Hospital is a trusted companion animal practice in Sydney’s northwest, offering a diverse caseload of dogs, cats, small exotics, birds and wildlife.

This permanent full‑time nursing position (primarily Monday–Friday, with limited weekend shifts) is part of a collaborative team of six veterinarians and ten support staff led by Lindsay Hay (Lead Veterinarian) and Lyn Shephard (Practice Manager). The role provides an opportunity to build a rewarding, long‑term career in a friendly, professional environment.

The Role

You’ll be hands‑on across the full scope of veterinary nursing, including:

• High‑level nursing and surgical support
• Venipuncture and catheter placement
• Anaesthetic and surgical monitoring
• Dentistry and advanced medical procedures
• Reception and general clinic duties as required
• IDEXX lab, running bloods in‑house

Advanced nursing skills are essential due to the strong surgical and medical caseload.

About You

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is preferred, not essential (or equivalent recognised in Australia)
• Proven experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
• Confident working independently and within a team
• Passion for learning, growth and delivering exceptional patient care
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Why Join Us?

• Great Place to Work® Certified – a genuinely positive and inclusive workplace
• Excellent Work/Life Balance – supported by engaged leadership
• Mental Health & Wellbeing Focus – accredited Skilled Mental Health First Aid® workplace
• Paid Parental & Purrental Leave – because family includes fur‑kids too
• Flare HR Discounts & Perks – savings on groceries, tech, entertainment and more
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential wellbeing support
• National Vets Central Network – connect and grow with professionals across Australia
• Novated car leases with Fleet Partners

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia – Salary: $37,000.00–$48,000.00 (per annum).

If you’re looking to work in a well‑established, progressive clinic with strong leadership and a supportive team culture, we’d love to hear from you.