Experienced Veterinary Nurse – Casual or Flexible Part-time position
Fraser Coast Veterinary Services is a long established, well respected small animal clinic with our main practice in Maryborough and a branch clinic in Howard. We are proud of our strong reputation in the local community and our genuinely supportive, close knit team culture.
We are currently looking for an experienced and qualified Veterinary Nurse to join our team on a casual or part time basis, with a particular focus on surgical nursing excellence and mentoring support for our wider nursing team.
About the role
This role is ideally suited to a confident, capable nurse who enjoys being hands on, leading by example, and helping maintain high clinical standards across the clinic. You will play a key role in supporting surgery days, guiding less experienced nurses, and ensuring smooth daily workflow.
Key responsibilities include:
- Advanced surgical nursing including anaesthesia monitoring and theatre support
- Supporting and mentoring junior and trainee nurses
- High quality inpatient care and client communication
- Assisting veterinarians with a varied and interesting caseload
About you
We are looking for someone who brings both skill and quiet leadership to the team. You will ideally have:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent qualification preferred
- Experienced and confident in animal handling and general small animal nursing
- Strong surgical nursing and anaesthesia monitoring skills
- Confidence supporting and guiding other nurses
- A calm, practical approach in a busy clinical environment
- A genuine commitment to patient care and teamwork
Why join us?
- Flexible casual or part time employment options
- Supportive and experienced veterinary and nursing team
- Interesting, varied caseload in a well-equipped clinic
- A workplace that values collaboration, wellbeing and professional respect
- Backing of the wider Apiam Animal Health network. You will be supported by a national network that genuinely values its veterinary nurses. We actively encourage professional development through access to ongoing continuing education, regular nurse focused training and webinars, and supported career conversations.
Our nurses are a vital part of how our clinic runs, and we truly value the experience and leadership that senior nurses bring to the team.
Ready to join us?
If you are an experienced veterinary nurse looking for flexible work where your skills are genuinely valued, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your resume and cover letter or reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions!
