Veterinary Nurse

About Us

At Vets on Waiheke, we are dedicated to delivering expert wellness, surgical, and emergency care to our vibrant island community. As Waiheke’s only BESTPRACTICE® accredited veterinary clinic and home to the island's only registered cattery, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of service and professionalism.

Our clinic handles a diverse mixed-practice caseload with state-of-the-art facilities, offering everything from routine wellness consults to advanced surgical procedures and 24/7 emergency care. Above all, we value our team culture and are proud to be Great Place to Work™ Certified for the second year in a row!

The Opportunity

We are seeking a skilled and adaptable Casual Vet Nurse to join our dedicated team. This is a dynamic, multi-faceted role providing cover over the coming months across nurse consults, reception, surgical nursing, and running anaesthetics.

Key Details:

• Roster: 3 days per week plus every third weekend, with availability for after-hours/on-call work and coverage for team sick and annual leave.
• Caseload: A balanced mix of nurse consults, client-facing reception, surgical nursing, and anaesthetic monitoring.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: Animal Care Certificate (Level II or III) or Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent).
• Experience: 1 to 3 years of veterinary nursing experience.

Key Skills:

• Competent in surgical nursing and monitoring/running anaesthetics.
• Comfortable with occasional sole-charge responsibilities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills for reception and client consults.
• A reliable, flexible team player ready to jump in where needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive Hourly Rate: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour (based on experience).
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside experienced clinicians and nurses in a collaborative, accredited practice.
• Work-Life Balance: Live and work in a stunning island environment with a team that truly values workplace culture and well-being.

If you are a capable nurse looking for a flexible casual role in a supportive, award-winning clinic, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now using the link or feel free to email us on [email protected] if you have any questions.