Diamond Valley Veterinary Hospitals are proud to be independently owned veterinary hospitals located in the beautiful leafy suburbs of Eltham and Montmorency. Our Eltham Central Veterinary Hospital is an ASAV-accredited facility, and both clinics are well-equipped, busy small animal practices.
We are currently seeking a Veterinary Nurse to join our supportive and experienced team. This role involves assisting in all aspects of the clinic and helping oversee the smooth day-to-day running of operations.
Position Available
Permanent part-time role working 2, 3 or 4 days/week.
About Us
We pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of veterinary care and service. Our clinics offer a varied and interesting caseload, supported by extensive in-house diagnostics, including:
- Blood machines
- Digital x-ray
- Dental x-ray
- Ultrasound
You’ll be working alongside a skilled team of veterinarians and nurses who are dedicated to supporting our loyal clients and their pets.
Clinic Hours
- Monday–Friday: 8:00am – 7:00pm (both clinics)
- Saturday: 8:00am – 5:00pm (Eltham Central only)
- Sunday & Public Holidays: 9:00am – 1:00pm (Eltham Central only- closed Christmas day and Good Friday)
- No after-hours work
We value work-life balance, with structured lunch breaks, finishing on time, regular staff meetings, and ongoing training and above award wages.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient and client care
- Nursing procedures and support
- Admission and discharge processes
- Anaesthetic monitoring
- Surgical preparation
- Triage
- IV catheter placement and blood collection
- Reception duties and client communication
- Appointment scheduling and work flow coordination
- Maintaining clinic facilities and equipment
- General cleaning duties
About You
- Minimum 6-12 months veterinary nursing experience
- Strong animal handling skills
- Excellent communication and phone manner
- Self-motivated with initiative
- Takes pride in their work
- Solid understanding of veterinary nursing responsibilities
-This is not an entry-level position.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a positive change and want to be part of a cohesive, supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
Ready to join us? Click the apply button on this page and send your application (including cover letter, resume, and references) marked "Attention: Practice Manager".
