Experienced Veterinary Nurse | Essendon Vet Clinic | Part‑Time
Caring, community‑focused medicine — with weekdays only and a team that genuinely has your back.
About the Clinic
Essendon Vet Clinic has been caring for the local community and their pets for many years, building strong relationships with a loyal client base who value high‑quality, compassionate care. Located in Essendon, Victoria, our clinic offers comprehensive small animal services including medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and preventative care.
Our team is known for its supportive, collaborative culture and its commitment to delivering uncompromising standards of patient care while looking after one another’s wellbeing.
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team on a part‑time basis. This is a varied, hands‑on role where you’ll be able to fully utilise your clinical skills, particularly in surgical nursing and nurse consults, while working alongside supportive vets who enjoy sharing their knowledge.
What you’ll be doing:
Supporting vets across anaesthesia, surgery, patient care, and nurse consults
Providing exceptional care and communication to our valued clients
Anaesthetic monitoring and general surgical nursing duties
Assisting with a varied caseload in a well‑run, organised clinic
Reception duties as part of a team‑based approach
A consistent roster with a minimum of Tuesday and Thursday
1 in 4 weekends and no public holidays
What We’re Looking For
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
Minimum 2+ years’ experience as a Veterinary Nurse
Confidence in surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring
Experience running nurse consults
Strong customer service and reception skills
A genuine passion for high standards of care and quality practice
A team‑first attitude and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
We Know This Industry Isn’t Without Its Challenges — And We Take That Seriously
Your wellbeing is not an afterthought here. We’re committed to a safe, supportive environment backed by real safety standards, EAP support, a Mental Health First Aid network, and the Best for Pet Wellness Plan — because the people who care for animals deserve to be looked after too.
Small Clinic Feel. Big Network Behind You.
Essendon Vet Clinic is proudly part of VetPartners, Australia and New Zealand’s largest veterinary care network of 270+ clinics and a community of over 1,000 vets and nurses united by a genuine love for animals.
Here’s what that means for you:
Real career pathways — develop your skills, explore special interests, or grow into leadership
Paid parental leave — flexible programs and a return‑to‑work bonus
Health & wellbeing support — 24/7 EAP with Sonder, Mental Health First Aid network, and fitness benefits
️ Everyday discounts & perks — fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment, and more
Pet benefits — savings on pet essentials and insurance
Connected community — access to a large, supportive network of veterinary professionals
Sound Like Your Kind of Place?
We’d love to hear from you. Apply via the link below or reach out to Joseph Friend at [email protected] for a confidential, informal chat — even if you’d just like to learn a bit more before applying.
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.
