Veterinary Nurse

Job Description

Veterinary Nurse (Part-Time | 20–25 Hours Per Week) | Greencross Vets Glen Eira | Ormond, VIC

Looking for a nursing role where you can hit the ground running, be part of a genuinely supportive team, and enjoy the best of Melbourne's bayside lifestyle? 

Greencross Vets Glen Eira is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our wonderful team on a part-time basis (20–25 hours per week).

We're looking for a competent, confident nurse with a solid foundation in all aspects of general practice nursing—someone who can comfortably step into a busy clinic environment and make an immediate contribution while continuing to learn and grow alongside a passionate team.

Established in 2019, Greencross Glen Eira has become a trusted part of the Ormond community, caring for generations of local pets and building strong relationships with our loyal client base.

🐾 About Us

We are a small, close-knit team of animal lovers who genuinely enjoy working together. Communication, kindness, and patient care are at the heart of everything we do.

Our clinic sees primarily dogs and cats, with the occasional wildlife triage patient, providing a varied and rewarding caseload.

What makes Glen Eira special?

• Friendly, supportive team culture
• Loyal and longstanding clientele
• Modern, well-equipped clinic
• Strong focus on patient care and client experience
• Great mix of surgical, medical, and preventative healthcare nursing
• Plenty of opportunities to learn and further develop your skills

We're also part of a broader Greencross community across Melbourne's south-east, meaning you'll have access to support from neighbouring clinics and a wider network of veterinary professionals whenever needed.

An additional benefit is our proximity to Greencross Vet Hospital, allowing seamless referrals for more complex and after-hours cases. This helps ensure excellent patient outcomes while supporting a healthier and more sustainable work/life balance for our team.

🩺 About the Role

This is a part-time position (20–25 hours per week) offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to fully utilise your nursing skills.

Your day-to-day duties may include:

• Assisting veterinarians during consultations and procedures
• Surgical preparation and theatre assistance
• Anaesthetic monitoring and patient recovery
• Pre- and post-operative patient care
• Collecting and processing pathology samples
• Administering medications and treatments
• Dental procedures and radiography
• Monitoring hospitalised patients and providing inpatient care
• Emergency and critical care nursing when required
• Safe and compassionate animal handling and restraint
• Maintaining infection control standards and clinic hygiene
• Maintaining medical records and patient notes
• Supporting reception and client service duties when required
• Communicating treatment plans, estimates, and post-operative instructions to clients
• Assisting with stock control and daily clinic operations

This role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys being hands-on and involved in all aspects of veterinary nursing.

✅ About You

We're looking for a nurse who can confidently jump into clinic life and become an integral part of the team.

You'll bring:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience
• Strong knowledge across all areas of GP nursing
• Confidence with surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A positive, team-focused attitude
• Willingness to mentor and support junior nurses when needed
• Experience with RxWorks (advantageous but not essential)

Most importantly, you're passionate about animal care, enjoy working collaboratively, and are motivated to continue developing both personally and professionally.

💚 Why Greencross?

When you join Greencross, you're joining one of Australia's leading veterinary care networks, with access to exceptional support, development opportunities, and benefits.

Our benefits include:

• Ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Access to VetEducation, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Annual Greencross Clinical Conference
• Career progression opportunities across a national network
• Access to a large community of veterinary professionals
• Staff discounts on veterinary services and products, including Royal Canin
• Petbarn retail discounts
• Fitness Passport membership
• Pounce benefits platform with discounts across retail, travel, fuel, entertainment and more
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mental health and wellbeing support resources
• Genuine commitment to work/life balance

☕ Why Live & Work in Ormond?

Located in Melbourne's sought-after south-east, Ormond offers the perfect mix of convenience, community, and lifestyle.

Just minutes from the clinic you'll find:

• Excellent public transport, including Ormond Train Station
• Popular local cafés and eateries
• Easy access to Nepean Highway and major transport routes
• Brighton and Elwood beaches only a short drive away
• Beautiful parks and green spaces
• Chadstone Shopping Centre nearby
• Vibrant local shopping strips and village atmosphere

Whether you're grabbing a coffee before your shift, meeting friends at the beach after work, or enjoying everything Melbourne has to offer on your days off, Ormond provides an outstanding lifestyle with all the conveniences close at hand.

🐶 Apply Today

If you're an experienced veterinary nurse looking for a part-time role with a supportive team, a great local community, and plenty of opportunities to utilise your skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Greencross Glen Eira and become part of a team that loves what they do and has a lot of fun doing it. 🐾

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