Eaglehawk Road & Epsom Vet Clinic are looking for a qualified and experienced veterinary nurse to join our team on a casual basis. This is a great opportunity for a confident nurse who enjoys being hands-on with patients, supporting vets in consults and surgery, and contributing to a friendly, well-established clinic team. There will be an opportunity to progress to a permanent part-time position after a probation period.

About the clinics

We have been caring for pets and their people in Bendigo for over 40 years, building long-standing relationships within the community. We are proud of the culture we have built. Our veterinary nurses are highly experienced, supportive and genuinely invested in helping the vets they work with have a good day at work. Our veterinary team is collaborative, down to earth and always willing to lend a hand or share an opinion. We value kindness, teamwork and doing right by our patients, clients and each other.

About the role

This is a varied nursing role, with a mix of surgical, hospital, treatment and client-care responsibilities, including:

Assisting veterinarians with consultations and procedures
Monitoring anaesthetics and supporting surgical workflows
Providing high-quality nursing care to hospital and day patients
Performing blood collection, catheter placement, pathology, radiology and general nursing tasks
Maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring strong communication across the team
Supporting client communication and helping provide a positive experience for pets and their owners
Helping maintain a clean, organised and efficient clinical environment
Some weekend work required

About you

We’re looking for a qualified veterinary nurse who is ready to step into a flexible casual role and become a valued part of our team. The ideal person will have previous experience in a veterinary clinic and be confident across general nursing duties. Important qualities include someone who:

Holds a Cert IV in veterinary nursing
Is confident with anaesthetic monitoring, patient handling and general treatment duties
Communicates well, works calmly under pressure and enjoys being part of a supportive team
Brings a kind, professional approach to patient care, client service and teamwork

Benefits

A welcoming, team-focused clinic environment
Generous staff discounts on veterinary products, travel and retail
Supported CPD and additional opportunities for development within the Apiam network
Paid parental leave above the government award
Mental health support and access to an employee assistance program

If you are a qualified and experienced veterinary nurse looking for a role in a supportive, community-focused clinic, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your cover letter and CV.

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