Experienced Veterinary Nurse

Experienced Veterinary Nurse

Valley Veterinary Surgery

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Mackay, Mackay & Coalfields QLD

Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare (Farming, Animals & Conservation)

Part time

$33 – $35 per hour

Posted 30d+ ago•Low application volume

Join Our Team – VET NURSE WANTED (Permanent Part-Time)

Location: Marian | Walkerston | Mackay (QLD)
Practice Type: Family-owned | Small & Large Animal Practice
Focus: Small Animal Nursing

Looking for a rewarding role where your skills are valued, and your team feels like family? Come work with Valley Veterinary Surgery, a group of three supportive, locally owned clinics in beautiful North Queensland.

We're on the lookout for a passionate, experienced Vet Nurse who’s ready to be part of a close-knit team that genuinely cares about animals, clients, and each other.

What you can expect

• Supportive, family-style team culture across 3 well-established clinics
• Annual CPD allowance
• Flexible, permanent part-time hours – minimum 2 days/week (start times from 7:30am–finish time 6:00pm)
• Half day Saturday shift fortnightly
• Diverse caseload to keep your days interesting and build your experience
• Award leave entitlements
• Staff discount on your own pet’s care
• Opportunities for career progression, with potential to increase hours or take on senior nursing or training roles over time
• All-expenses-paid, 2-night Christmas getaway to Hamilton Island after 12 months of service

What we’re looking for:

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) – studying students considered
• Ideally 2+ years of recent clinical experience
• Confidence with handling animals with care and compassion
• Excellent communication skills – with both clients and your team
• Competence in all back-of-house nursing tasks: anaesthetics, surgical prep, patient care, consultations, etc.
• General cleaning & maintenance of instruments and equipment
• Reception and front-of-house support

Our Facilities & Services

Each of our three locations is equipped with a CT machine, digital x-ray, in-house pathology, and modern surgical equipment including orthopaedic and BOAS kits. That means you’ll get to be part of surgeries and treatments not often available in rural practices, like Fracture repairs, TPLOs, Hip toggles & BOAS surgeries.

Why Mackay Region?

Enjoy the best of both worlds, regional charm with the perks of coastal living. From beach days to rainforest walks, it’s the ideal lifestyle for anyone wanting community, sunshine, and balance.

Apply now! Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Or call our Practice Manager, Anne Brightman, on (07) 4914 2404 4914 2404) to learn more.