Vet Nurses and other support staff
Locum Vet Nursing Positions
Ellerston Veterinary Clinic, Upper Hunter, NSW (posted 21st August) Night Watch Foaling Attendant
NIGHT WATCH FOALING ATTENDANT – RELIEF POSITION
Ellerston, NSW
4 Days Per Fortnight | Late September – Mid December
Attractive remuneration + accommodation & benefits
Ellerston Polo’s Veterinary Clinic is seeking a dedicated Night Watch Foaling Attendant to join our team during the foaling season. This relief position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced equine professionals in a world-class breeding environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Regular overnight checks on mares and assistance during foaling
- Administering treatments and monitoring health of mares and foals
- Feeding and watering mares and foals
- Supporting the on-site veterinarian when required
- Maintaining accurate records and ensuring high standards of care
What You’ll Bring:
- Proven foaling experience, including ability to manage foaling independently
- Strong knowledge of neonatal foal care and emergency protocols
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
- Attention to detail and commitment to animal welfare
- Familiarity with WHS procedures
Perks & Benefits:
- Comfortable on-site accommodation
- Access to Ellerston’s exclusive facilities: gym, tennis courts, cinema, and Club
- Supportive team environment and stunning rural setting
If you’re calm under pressure, passionate about equine care, and ready to make a difference during the foaling season, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Danielle at vetclinic@ellerston.com
Ellerston Veterinary Clinic, Upper Hunter, NSW (posted 21st August) Stable Hand September to February
Stable Hand – Breeding Season (September to February)
Location: Ellerston NSW
Are you passionate about horses and keen to be part of a dynamic breeding team? We’re seeking a reliable, hardworking Stable Hand to join us for the upcoming breeding season.
This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced farm environment and enjoys working closely with animals and professionals in the equine industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily horse husbandry: feeding, grooming, and cleaning stables
- Assisting veterinarians with reproductive procedures and general care
- Supporting the breeding team with foaling, mare and foal management
- General farm duties as required
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience with horses preferred but not essential
- Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
- Good physical fitness and a strong work ethic
- Ability to follow instructions and maintain high standards of animal care
Contract Details:
- Seasonal position: September to February
- Full-time hours, including weekends and public holidays as needed
If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something special this breeding season, we’d love to hear from you.
Marlin Coast Veterinary Hospital, Trinity Beach, Cairns, QLD (posted 20th August) Locum Late Sep for 2-3 Months
Locum Nurse
Start late September for 2-3 months negotiable.
Marlin Coast Veterinary Hospital is seeking a skilled and experienced Vet Nurse to join our team.
The nursing team at MCVH is a high-performance team that plays a vital role in support of our dedicated vet team providing exceptional care for our patients. Day to day responsibilities include surgical and anaesthetic nursing, nurse consults, admit and discharge of surgical and procedure patients, ensuring daily cleaning protocols of consistent high level and general office admin tasks.
Our ideal candidate will have the following:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent;
- 2-3 years Vet Nurse experience highly regarded;
- Great problem solving and organisation skills;
- Excellent customer service skills;
- The ability to stay calm and work well under pressure;
- Drive to continue to learn and grow;
- Experience with Rx works (preferred but not essential);
What we offer:
- Full time hours with interesting variety of cases (part-time hours will be considered)
- Opportunity to join a passionate & highly skilled team of Veterinary professionals
- Your roster will operate on 10-hour shifts (4 shifts per week but part-time shifts also available)
- Some weekend work (7.30am to 3pm shift)
- Above award wage, and commensurate with your level of experience
- Accommodation assistance
If you have any questions, please contact:
Jenna Marangone
Practice Manager
(07) 4057 6033
management@mcvet.com.au
See www.marlincoastvet.com.au and 
Leppington Veterinary Clinic, South-West Sydney, NSW (posted 20th August) Locum Late Nov to Mid Feb
Veterinary Nurse Locum required Late November 2025 - Mid February 2026.
We are a busy, independently owned small animal practice with a friendly and professional team committed to providing a high level of patient and customer care.
Applicants must have a Certificate IV qualification or equivalent with at least 2 years of paid employment experience, good communication skills and a wide range of nursing skills.
The main roles will include:
- Reception - admission and discharge
- Theatre - anaesthesia monitoring, patient preparation, instrument preparation and occasional surgery assistance.
- Medical and hospital - including consultation assistance, IV Catheterisation, blood collection, radiography, laboratory work, routine dentistry and patient treatments.
- Maintaining general hospital hygiene.
We value and encourage a work/ life balance and you will not be required to work after hours, Sundays or public holidays. We close at 4 pm Monday-Friday. Roster will likely include 1 in 3 Saturday mornings.
Leppington Veterinary Clinic offers a friendly supportive environment and above award payment.
To apply for the position please send your application and CV to Stan by email to leppingtonvet@gmail.com
https://localvet.com.au/Leppington/
Fur Life Vet Horsham, Horsham, Vic (posted 20th August) Locum 1 Oct - 21 Dec
Locum Vet Nurse - Fur Life Vet Horsham
Fur Life Vet Horsham is a companion animal vet clinic located in Victoria. We provide comprehensive veterinary care for the pets of our community and offer a full range of services to support the health and wellbeing of pets in the local community.
Horsham is located in regional western Victoria, approximately 300km northwest of Melbourne. It is a great place to visit with a friendly community atmosphere, art gallery, outdoor activities and the Grampians National Park to explore nearby.
We require an experienced, qualified veterinary nurse to assist our awesome team.
Dates Needed: 1st of October - 21st of December 2025
Additional Information:
- Remuneration negotiable and dependent on experience
- Must be an experienced veterinary nurse who can jump in and work with our efficient team
- Accommodation provided
If you are interested in this position, please apply with your resume through recruitment@apiam.com.au or contact Corinne on 0458 387 478 if you have any questions.
Melbourne Pet Surgery, South East Melbourne VIC (posted 15th August) Mat Leave Cover Oct to May 2026
Looking for a qualified nurse for casual maternity leave cover from October to May with opportunity for some shifts during September as well.
Exciting opportunity exists to work in a brand new purpose built clinic opening in Dandenong in the South East Suburbs which opened 2 years ago.
You will be part of a team of veterinarians, vet nurses invested in providing quality patient care and client experience. We are privately owned
What we offer
- Working with a team of friendly and inclusive Vets and nurses
- Lots of hands on nursing and utilising your nursing skills
- Varied surgery caseload including orthopaedics and major soft tissue.
- Opportunity to grow as a nurse
- Above award wages depending on experience
- Work-life balance
- No weekends or public holiday work
Must be Cert IV Vet Nurse with a minimum of 2 years of experience
Your role will include but not limited to –
- admission and discharges
- anaesthetic monitoring, recovery and assisting with procedures
- IV placement, blood draws and processing bloods
- assist with radiology procedures and positioning
- preparing patients for surgery and administering medications
- assisting surgeon in theatre
- sterilising instruments
- assist in consults and animal handling
- general cleaning and maintaining hygiene standards
- occasional reception duties
- providing our clients and patients with an experience, that reflects your passion
- support, counsel and show compassion to our patients and clients
Our new clinic has 4 consult rooms, large client waiting area, 2 purpose built theatres, onsite radiology and pathology.
Our opening hours are 7am to 5pm Mon to Fri.
You can find out more about us on our website www.melbournepetsurgery.com.au
Please attach your CV and cover letter attention to Maddy at admin@melbournepetsurgery.com.au
Great Western Animal Hospital, Greystanes, NSW (posted 12th August) Locum 20 Oct-5 Dec
Casual or Locum Veterinary Nurse – 20th October to 5th December 2025
Great Western Animal Hospital – Greystanes, Greater Western Sydney
We’re looking for an experienced, confident vet nurse to join our friendly and supportive team from Monday 20th October to Friday 5th December 2025.
This role can be offered as either an ongoing casual position or a short-term locum contract — perfect if you’re between jobs, looking for extra hours, or just keen to spend 6 weeks in a busy, well-equipped clinic with a great team.
You’ll be stepping in while two of our wonderful nurses are off getting married at the same time!
Hours: 30+ hours per week available during October/November/December
Roster: No after-hours, shift time ranges from short and long shifts 7:30-4pm, 8-7:30pm, 11-7:30pm, 7:30-12pm, 3-7:30pm with guaranteed lunch breaks.
What we’re looking for:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- 2+ years paid experience preferred
- Confident in anaesthetic monitoring with multiparameter equipment
- Strong clinic nursing skills, including hospital patient care, blood collection, catheter placement, and in-house lab testing
- Comfortable managing a high medical case load in a fast-paced environment
- Friendly and collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
What we offer:
- Competitive rates for both casual and locum contracts depending on experience
- Supportive, non-judgemental work environment where collaboration is encouraged
- Fear Free principles are practiced throughout the hospital
- Great nurse-to-vet ratio and dedicated reception team
- Well-stocked, modern clinic with Smartflow, in-house lab machines, digital x-rays, dental x-ray and multiparameter monitoring
- A fun, close-knit team culture - check out our vibe on TikTok: tiktok.com/@gwahpet
To apply: Send your resume and a short cover letter to Keira at keira@gwah.com.au
🐾 Find us online:
Tiktok | Instagram | Facebook | Website
Whitehorse Veterinary Hospital, Blackburn, East Melbourne VIC (posted 8th July)
Join Our Team at Whitehorse Veterinary Hospital – 2 month part-time fixed-term Veterinary Nurse (15-20 hours per week)
Start: ASAP. Flexible around days.
Whitehorse Veterinary Hospital, an Accredited Veterinary Hospital of Excellence, is seeking a talented and dedicated Veterinary Nurse to join our team. With 6 veterinarians and 12 support staff, we’re a growing clinic looking for our next superstar nurse! This is an exciting opportunity to take on as much responsibility as you desire, making a real difference to the lives of our beloved patients and their owners. If you’re seeking a rewarding and progressive nursing career, this could be the perfect fit for you!
What We’re Looking For:
- Ideally, 2-3 years of experience in veterinary nursing
- A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing is highly desirable
- A genuine eagerness to learn, grow, and develop alongside our supportive team
- A passion for delivering exceptional care to pets and their owners
- Enjoyment in all aspects of veterinary nursing, including Reception, Nurse Consulting, Vet Technician, and Surgery shifts – with the opportunity to specialize in an area of your interest if desired
What We Offer:
- Work-life balance with lifestyle-friendly hours: We close at 7pm weekdays and 1pm on Saturdays (Saturday rotation shifts are required). Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.
- Above-award remuneration with room for personal and professional growth
- Fortnightly team lunches and meetings, where everyone has a voice and ideas are shared
- A supportive, family-like environment where individuality is embraced, and each team member’s skills and strengths are celebrated
If you're looking to make a real impact in a vibrant, rewarding clinic, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to become part of our amazing team at Whitehorse Veterinary Hospital.
Send your resume and cover letter to steph.dealmeida@vet.partners for a confidential discussion.
We can't wait to meet you!
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