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".

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