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Part-time Exotics Veterinary Nurse
North Shore Veterinary Specialist Hospital – Artarmon, NSW

North Shore Veterinary Specialist Hospital is seeking an Exotics Veterinary Nurse to join our growing team on a part time basis.

Working within our busy referral hospital, you’ll be part of a collaborative, highly skilled team that provides exceptional care to a wide range of unusual and much-loved species—including small mammals, reptiles and birds. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the variety and challenge that exotics nursing brings, this could be the perfect opportunity.

What You’ll Do:

- Provide high-quality nursing care to a diverse exotics caseload
- Assist with procedures, anaesthesia, imaging, and patient monitoring
- Support specialists, and vets across the Exotics service
- Deliver compassionate, informed client communication
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe clinical environment
- Contribute to the smooth daily workflow of the department

About You:

- Cert IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- Previous hands-on experience in exotics nursing essential
- Confident with handling, husbandry and nursing care for small mammals, reptiles and birds.




- Strong technical skills and the ability to adapt to a dynamic caseload
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and time-management
- Kind, calm, and committed to patient care

Why Join Us?

- Real career pathways – develop your clinical skills, explore specialist interests, or grow into leadership roles
- Professional Memberships – we will pay for your professional membership with the VNCA
- Paid parental leave – flexible programs for primary and secondary carers, plus a return‑to‑work bonus
- Health & wellbeing support – 24/7 EAP support with Sonder, Mental Health First Aid network, and wellbeing initiatives
- Everyday discounts & perks – access to savings on fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment, and more
- Pet Benefits – exclusive discounts on veterinary services and products for your own pets
- Connected community – be part of a supportive network of veterinary professionals across ANZ

If you’re an experienced exotics nurse looking to utilise your skills in a specialist setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter.

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