Veterinary Nurse

Veterinary Nurse | Swan Street Vet | Full-Time

Gold‑standard care, a purpose‑built clinic, and a genuinely supportive team.

About the Clinic

Swan Street Vet has been caring for the Richmond community from our state‑of‑the‑art, purpose‑built clinic on Swan Street. We’re an experienced team of veterinarians and nurses delivering gold‑standard veterinary care with a strong focus on preventative medicine, wellbeing, and high clinical standards.

Our clinic is known for its professional yet welcoming culture, where teamwork, clear communication, and genuine care for both pets and their people sit at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our team in a full‑time position, working standard clinic hours. This is a varied and hands‑on role suited to a nurse who enjoys clinical work, values strong client relationships, and takes pride in maintaining high standards across the clinic.

You’ll work closely with our 3 Veterinarians and Nursing team of 4, contributing across surgery, patient care, nurse consults, and reception when required (we have a dedicated Client Relations team as well).

What you’ll be doing:
• Supporting vets across surgery, anaesthesia, and patient care
• Providing high‑quality nursing care and monitoring patients throughout their visit
• Assisting with nurse consults and preventative health services
• Supporting front‑of‑house duties including reception, phone enquiries, and client communication
• Delivering warm, professional service to clients and their pets
• Contributing to a positive, supportive, and collaborative team environment
• Working part‑time hours during standard clinic hours

What We’re Looking For

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
• Previous clinical experience as a Veterinary Nurse
• Confidence across general nursing, surgical support, and patient handling
• Experience with reception duties and client communication
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of care
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A reliable, flexible, and team‑focused approach

We Know This Industry Isn’t Without Its Challenges - And We Take That Seriously

Your wellbeing matters. We’re committed to creating a safe, supportive workplace backed by real wellbeing initiatives, including access to EAP services, a Mental Health First Aid network, and the Best for Pet Wellness Plan – because the people who care for animals deserve to be looked after too.

Small Clinic Feel. Big Network Behind You.

Swan Street Vet is proudly part of VetPartners – Australia and New Zealand’s largest veterinary care network, with 270+ clinics and a connected community of over 4,000 vets and nurses.

Being part of VetPartners means access to genuine career development, wellbeing support, and long‑term opportunities across the network, including:
📈 Real career pathways and development opportunities
👶 Paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers, plus a return‑to‑work bonus
🧠 Health and wellbeing support including 24/7 EAP and Mental Health First Aid
🛍️ Everyday discounts on fuel, groceries, travel, health insurance and more
🐾 Pet benefits including savings on pet essentials and insurance
🌐 A connected veterinary community across Australia and New Zealand

Sound Like Your Kind of Place?

We’d love to hear from you. Apply via the link or reach out to Joe Friend at joseph.friend@vetpartners.com.au for a confidential chat – even if you’re just exploring whether this role is the right fit.

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