Veterinary Nurse - Greencross Vets Diamond Creek

Greencrosspetwellnesscompany; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education

Career progression

Professional development

Job summary

Greencross Diamond Creek in Melbourne, VIC is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse on a part-time basis (3-4 days per week). You’ll join a close-knit team in a busy clinic with varied cases, including surgical nursing, anaesthesia monitoring, and client education.

The role offers opportunities to mentor others and work alongside a supportive leadership team in a community-focused practice.

Qualifications

• Requires Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years veterinary nursing experience.
• Confident with surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring.
• Excellent animal handling and professional client communication.

Responsibilities

• Surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring.
• Pre- and post-operative patient care.
• Hospital nursing and patient monitoring.
• Assisting with diagnostics and treatments.
• Dental nursing and dental procedures.
• Laboratory and pathology work.
• Radiography assistance.
• Client communication and education.
• Maintain high clinical and infection-control standards.
• Support day-to-day running of the clinic.

Skills

Veterinary nursing experience

Teamwork

Client communication

Education

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing

Tools

IDEXX in-house lab equipment

Job description

Veterinary Nurse (Part-Time) | Greencross Diamond Creek | Melbourne, VIC

Big enough to keep things interesting. Small enough to feel like home.

Greencross Diamond Creek is looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our close-knit team on a part-time basis (3-4 days per week).

Nestled between Melbourne's leafy northern suburbs and the Yarra Valley, we're a bright, stand-alone clinic where you'll enjoy a varied caseload, supportive leadership, and the opportunity to work alongside a team that genuinely enjoys coming to work each day.

Whether you're assisting with surgery, monitoring anaesthesia, nursing a pocket pet, or helping manage a snake bite patient during the warmer months, no two days are quite the same. If you're an experienced nurse looking for a role where your skills are valued, your contribution is recognised, and your teammates have your back, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Diamond Creek

Life at Diamond Creek offers the perfect balance of interesting medicine and genuine team connection.

We're a clinic where collaboration comes naturally, questions are encouraged, and support is always available. Many of our team members live locally, creating a strong sense of community both inside and outside the clinic.

You’ll be joining:

• Practice Manager Bree, who has been with the clinic for five years and is known for her honest, approachable, and supportive leadership style
• Veterinary Director Dr Huong, who recently stepped into the role after working across multiple Greencross clinics and brings a collaborative and team-focused approach to leadership
• An experienced ECC veterinarian who consults two days per week and shares valuable knowledge through CPR and snake envenomation training
• A passionate graduate veterinarian who has recently completed the Greencross Graduate Program
• Two experienced veterinary nurses
• Two developing nurses who are building their skills and confidence

We're looking for a nurse who enjoys being part of a team, sharing knowledge, and helping others grow.

About the Clinic

Diamond Creek is a busy, community-focused clinic with a varied caseload and excellent nursing opportunities.

We mainly see dogs and cats, with the occasionaly chicken, and, being located in a well-known snake area, occasional snake envenomation cases which are stabilised before referral when required.

Our light-filled clinic is fully equipped with:

• IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment
• IM3 dental suite
• Dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Tonopen
• Two consultation rooms
• Dedicated surgical suite
• Modern treatment area

Our daily workflow allows nurses to remain actively involved in patient care and make the most of their clinical skills.

About the Role

As a Veterinary Nurse, you'll be involved in all aspects of patient care and clinic operations.

Responsibilities

• Surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring
• Pre- and post-operative patient care
• Hospital nursing and patient monitoring
• Assisting with diagnostics and treatments
• Dental nursing and dental procedures
• Laboratory and pathology work
• Radiography assistance
• Client communication and education
• Maintaining high clinical and infection-control standards
• Supporting the day-to-day running of the clinic

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
• Has a minimum of 3 years' veterinary nursing experience
• Is confident with surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring
• Has excellent animal handling skills
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team
• Communicates confidently and professionally with clients
• Is organised, proactive, and reliable
• Takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting less experienced team members
• Most importantly, you're someone who values teamwork, professionalism, and creating positive experiences for both pets and their owners.

Availability

This is a part-time position, ideally suited to a nurse available 3-4 days per week. The successful candidate will also be willing to participate in a rotating Saturday roster, supporting our Saturday morning nursing service.

Why Diamond Creek?

Diamond Creek offers the best of both worlds. Located approximately 45 minutes from Melbourne CBD and 30 minutes from the Yarra Valley, you'll enjoy:

• A leafy, green environment
• A relaxed and welcoming community
• Great local cafés and restaurants
• Easy access to wineries, walking trails, and outdoor activities
• The perfect blend of city convenience and country charm

It's an ideal location for veterinary professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle without sacrificing career opportunities.

Why Join Greencross?

As part of one of Australia's leading veterinary networks, you'll enjoy access to:

• Ongoing continuing education and professional development opportunities
• LinkedIn Learning and VetWebinars
• Annual Greencross Clinical Conference
• Career progression