Casual Veterinary Nurse
- Deliver outstanding client care to all patients and owners
- An interesting and varied role where nurses are highly valued within the team
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
An exciting opportunity exists for a Casual Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team. You are an enthusiastic veterinary nurse with a positive ‘go-getter’ attitude and extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures. This role includes pre and post-operative care, pathology and emergency and critical care as well as day-to-day patient care and customer service.
About us
An exciting opportunity exists for a Casual Veterinary Nurse to join our passionate team at our Coburg & Preston clinics.
Over 1900 veterinarians and vet nurses across Australia have chosen a career with Greencross Vets. Our vets and vet nurses benefit from the resources that the largest veterinary group in Australia provides including an industry-leading education program, business support for better work/life balance and career opportunities throughout the 136 plus veterinary-related businesses in the Greencross Vets family.
At Greencross Vets your passion for pets is exemplified by practising the highest standards of care. We invite you to join Greencross Vets for a rewarding and fulfilling career.
The vet we saw was caring and attentive, listening to my concerns and helping us form a care plan for the health issues we came in for. My dogs can be a handful, and she was patient and understanding when it took a while to get their vitals due to their excitement and refusal to hold still – Adriana Hollenback (Google Review)
About this role
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Caring, handling and cleaning all animals
- Maintaining the overall hygiene of the practice, including surgical areas and equipment
- Undertaking general nursing tasks including pre and post-operative care, pathology and emergency and critical care
- Delivering outstanding client care to all patients and owners
- Participating as an enthusiastic team member with a positive ‘go-getter’ attitude
- Administrative duties and associated tasks.
About you
Greencross Vets, a pioneer in the Veterinary landscape for over 10 years, are committed to raising the industry bar and we want you to be a part of our journey!
The ideal candidate will have the following qualities and expertise:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
- At least 1-year of experience working as a Veterinary Nurse
- Excellent phone manner, communication and customer service skills
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of veterinary nursing procedures
- Confidence in monitoring anaesthesia
- A calm and friendly professional with a sense of humour
Our offer
- Pay is commensurate with experience and qualifications
- A job in one of Australia’s largest and most progressive vet hospitals
- An interesting and varied role where nurses are highly valued within the team
- Commitment to your career development through access to continued education, ongoing mentorship and regular performance reviews
- Access to a support network of like-minded professionals
It's time to apply
If this sounds like the position for you, we’d love to hear from you – to learn more about us and why you should join our fantastic team visit our website and social media profiles via the above icons.
For further information on our opportunities please contact Marissa La Spina our Talent Consultant at marissa.laspina@gxltd.com.au.

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