Veterinary Nurse | Corio Veterinary Clinic | Part-time 9m contract

A clinic with history. A team with heart. A role where your nursing skills are truly valued.

About the Clinic

Corio Veterinary Clinic has been caring for the local community for almost 50 years and is proud to be a trusted, well‑established part of the region. We’re a close‑knit team of 4 vets and 5 veterinary nurses, delivering high‑quality small animal care with a strong focus on teamwork, support, and genuine connection – both with each other and our loyal clients.

Our clinic is up-to-date, well‑equipped, and known for being calm, friendly, and drama‑free. People stay here because they feel supported, respected, and part of something that works.

This is a fixed term mat leave cover contract for 9 months, with potential to extend.

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced, all‑rounder Part‑Time Veterinary Nurse, with a minimum of 25 hours per week across 3–4 days to cover maternity leave.

This is a hands‑on nursing role where your skills will be used daily across surgery, hospital care, nurse consults, and reception – with plenty of variety and support from a genuinely collaborative team.

What you’ll be doing:

- Supporting vets across anaesthesia, surgery, diagnostics, and patient care
- Confident anaesthetic monitoring and hospitalised patient care
- Assisting with procedures including radiology, blood draws, and IV catheter placement
- Running nurse consults and delivering warm, professional client communication
- Reception duties including appointment scheduling and client queries
- Maintaining a clean, organised clinic and jumping in wherever needed
- Working part‑time with flexibility and additional hours available during maternity leave cover

What We’re Looking For





- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (required)
- Experience as a confident, capable all‑rounder veterinary nurse
- Strong skills in anaesthetic monitoring and general nursing procedures
- Comfortable working across surgery, hospital, and reception
- A calm, proactive approach in a fast‑paced clinic
- A team‑first mindset with positive energy and reliability
- Excellent communication skills and genuine care for clients and patients

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

Your wellbeing is not an afterthought here. We’re committed to a safe, supportive environment backed by real safety standards, EAP support, 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.

Corio Veterinary Clinic is proudly part of VetPartners – Australia and New Zealand’s largest vet care network, with 270+ clinics and a community of over 1,000 vets and nurses.

What that means for you:

- Real career pathways – develop in surgical, emergency, or dental nursing, step into leadership, or grow into practice management with support
- Paid parental leave – flexible programs for primary and secondary carers, plus a return‑to‑work bonus
- Health & wellbeing support – 24/7 EAP with Sonder, Mental Health First Aid network, and fitness benefits
- Everyday discounts & perks – fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment, health insurance, and more
- Pet benefits – savings on pet essentials and insurance for your own pets
- Connected community – access to a national network of veterinary professionals across ANZ

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

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📌 Veterinary Nurse - Corio Vet Clinic (Geelong)
🏢 Vetpartners
📍 Geelong