Veterinary Nurse | Fitzroy Vet Hospital | Full Time, 12m Contract

A close-knit team, interesting clinical work, plenty of laughs, and a place where great nursing is genuinely valued.

About the Clinic

Fitzroy Vet Hospital has been caring for local pets and their families for more than 20 years. The hospital provides comprehensive, professional and compassionate veterinary care, with services spanning general medicine, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, and more.

The clinic is well equipped and designed to provide a high standard of patient care while maintaining a warm and welcoming environment. Separate dog and cat waiting areas and hospital wards help keep patients comfortable, while the team works collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for every pet.

Most importantly, we're a close-knit team who genuinely care about our patients, clients and each other. There's plenty of laughter amongst the serious stuff!

About the Role

We're looking for a Full Time Veterinary Nurse on a 12m fixed term contract to become an important part of our team.

This is a hands-on nursing position where you'll work closely with our vets across all areas of patient care. You'll have opportunities to use and develop your clinical skills while being part of a team that values initiative, collaboration and consistently excellent standards of care.

Why pick us and VetPartners?

📈 Grow your skills and knowledge – Enjoy free, unlimited access to the Veterinary Training Centre (VTC), with face-to-face workshops designed by nurses, for nurses. Plus myVTC, our online learning platform featuring live and recorded CPD, hands-on workshops, and an extensive library of exclusive learning designed to strengthen both your clinical and non-clinical skills.

🎓 Paid VNCA Membership – We'll cover the cost of your annual VNCA membership, giving you access to valuable professional resources, education, exclusive member benefits, and ongoing career development, while also strengthening professional identity and encouraging connection with the wider veterinary nursing industry.

🩺 Nurses have a voice in clinical care – Our Nurse Advisory Committee (NAC) works alongside our Veterinary Advisory Committee (VAC) to develop evidence-based Clinical Standards, with VetParters nurses able to identify and recommend areas where guidance is needed, helping shape standards that are relevant to everyday nursing practice.

🧠 Your wellbeing matters – Caring for others starts with caring for you. We offer comprehensive wellbeing support, including 24/7 confidential assistance through Sonder for you and your family, a Mental Health First Aid network, and a strong commitment to workplace safety, because the people who care for pets deserve exceptional care too.

🛍️ Everyday savings & exclusive perks – Make your money go further with access to discounts on fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment, retail, private health insurance, gym memberships and much more through our employee benefits program.

🐾 Amazing benefits for your pets – Your pets are part of the family too. Enjoy exclusive discounts on veterinary services, our Best for Pet Wellness Plan, pet insurance, medications, food, treats, and everyday pet essentials to help keep them happy and healthy.

🌐 Be part of something bigger – As the largest veterinary network across Australia and New Zealand, VetPartners offers more than just your next role, we offer a career with endless possibilities. Whether you're looking to broaden your experience by working across different clinics, explore new areas of veterinary nursing, or progress into leadership, our extensive network gives you the flexibility and opportunity to grow your career in ways a single clinic simply can't. Your next role is just the beginning.

What We're Looking For

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is desired, although we're happy to consider applications from experienced candidates
• Ideally, a minimum of two years' veterinary nursing experience
• Strong skills and confidence in anaesthetic monitoring
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a busy clinical environment
• Initiative, problem-solving skills and the ability to self-manage while also taking direction
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A genuine commitment to exceptional patient care and customer service
• Most importantly, a genuine love for animals and the people who care for them

Sound Like Your Kind of Place?

We'd love to hear from you. Apply online with your CV and cover letter, or reach out to Joe Friend at joseph.friend@vetpartners.com.au for a confidential chat, even if you just want to know a little more before you decide.

VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.