Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Veterinary Nurse (Full-Time) | Greencross Fairfield | Townsville, QLD 🐾

We're not the kind of clinic where everyone keeps to themselves and watches the clock.

We're the kind of clinic that shares lunches, wears fun scrubs, celebrates birthdays, pops across the road for coffee, and genuinely enjoys coming to work together. In true North Queensland fashion, the team has even been known to head out for a bit of mud crabbing behind the clinic after work.

At Greencross Fairfield, we've built a team that's supportive, welcoming, and always willing to help one another out. Whether it's a busy surgery day, a challenging case, or simply making sure everyone gets through the day with a smile intact, there's always someone ready to lend a hand.

We're currently looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team full-time.

If you're looking for a clinic where you'll be trusted to use your skills, valued for the person you are, and surrounded by teammates who genuinely care about each other, we'd love to hear from you.

What Makes Greencross Fairfield Special

Greencross Fairfield is a busy, community-focused clinic with a loyal client base and a strong reputation for both patient care and customer service.

One of the things our clients comment on most is the warm and welcoming atmosphere they experience when they visit. From reception through to our nursing and veterinary teams, everyone plays a part in ensuring pets and their owners feel supported, cared for, and heard.

You'll be joining a workplace that offers:

• A collaborative team of veterinarians and nurses who genuinely enjoy working together
• Strong nurse utilisation, with nurses empowered to use their skills and knowledge
• A culture where learning, mentoring, and development are encouraged every day
• Exposure to a varied and interesting medical and surgical caseload
• Opportunities to further develop your clinical, surgical, and client care skills
• Close relationships with neighbouring Greencross clinics and the wider Townsville veterinary community
• A fantastic relationship with the Petbarn team next door, who are an extension of our wider pet-loving community
• Our current Receptionist originally joined us from Petbarn and has become a much-loved member of the Fairfield family, highlighting the strong connection between both businesses
• A dedicated Receptionist who is a true pillar of our clinic and plays a huge role in creating the exceptional customer experience our clients know and love
• Direct access to Petbarn next door, creating a strong connection between both teams and the local pet community

We're proud of the environment we've created and believe it's one of those clinics that feels different from the moment you walk through the door.

About the Role

As a Veterinary Nurse, you'll play an important role in supporting both our patients and our veterinary team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting veterinarians during consultations and procedures
• Monitoring anaesthesia and supporting surgical patients
• Administering medications and treatments
• Collecting samples and performing diagnostic testing
• Providing nursing care for hospitalised patients
• Maintaining patient records and treatment plans
• Supporting clients through routine visits and more challenging situations
• Managing admissions and discharges
• Maintaining clinic hygiene, equipment, and treatment areas
• Assisting with reception duties when required
• Delivering outstanding patient care and customer service

This is a hands-on position where your skills will be utilised across all areas of the clinic, providing plenty of variety and opportunities for professional growth.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
• Has previous clinical veterinary nursing experience
• Has strong medical and surgical nursing skills
• Demonstrates excellent animal handling abilities
• Communicates effectively with clients and colleagues
• Is organised, reliable, and proactive
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive, team-focused environment
• Brings a positive attitude and genuine passion for animal care

Most importantly, you'll be someone who enjoys building relationships with clients, advocating for your patients, and contributing positively to team culture.

Why Greencross?

As part of one of Australia's leading veterinary networks, you'll have access to a range of benefits including:

• Ongoing continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Access to Greencross training programs and learning resources
• Annual Greencross Clinical and Leadership Conference
• Career development opportunities across a national network of clinics
• Access to an extensive community of veterinarians and nurses
• Staff discounts on veterinary services and products, including Royal Canin
• Petbarn retail discounts
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Access to Pounce employee discounts across retail, travel, fuel, entertainment, groceries, insurance, and more
• Cashback opportunities through our employee benefits platform
• Recognition and rewards programs with opportunities to receive vouchers and virtual awards
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing support services
• A genuine commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing

Why Live and Work in Fairfield?

Fairfield is one of Townsville's most vibrant and convenient lifestyle hubs, offering everything you need right on your doorstep.

Located directly across from Fairfield Central Shopping Centre, you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to lunch, coffee, shopping, and everyday convenience. Whether it's a Vietnamese iced coffee from Annee's, sushi, Grill'd, Zambrero, GYG, KFC, pizza, or one of the many cafés nearby, there's always somewhere to grab a bite with the team.

Beyond work, you'll have easy access to:

• Fairfield Central, with Coles, Woolworths, cafés, retail stores, beauty services, and more
• Petbarn right next door
• World Gym
• Bunnings, Pillow Talk, restaurants, and specialty stores
• Childcare facilities and family-friendly amenities
• The Townsville Rock Climbing Centre
• Lavarack Barracks just minutes away

You'll also be a short drive from Townsville's incredible beaches, swimming spots, Magnetic Island, waterfalls, and the city centre, offering the perfect balance of career and lifestyle.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Veterinary Nurse looking for a full-time opportunity with a supportive team, a fantastic culture, and a clinic where you'll genuinely enjoy coming to work, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Greencross Fairfield and become part of a team where exceptional patient care, genuine friendships, colourful scrubs, lunchtime food runs, mud crabbing adventures, plenty of laughs, and a whole lot of teamwork go hand in hand. 🐾💙

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