Job Description

Our client is seeking a reliable and adaptable Locum Veterinary Nurse to provide essential clinical and operational support during November and December 2026. This temporary opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinary nursing professional who enjoys varied responsibilities, communicates confidently with clients and can integrate smoothly into an established veterinary team. With approximately two to four shifts available each week, the position offers flexibility for nurses seeking additional clinical experience or short-term employment alongside existing commitments.

The successful candidate will assist across surgical nursing, general clinical support and reception duties according to daily staffing requirements. Responsibilities may include preparing patients for procedures, supporting anaesthetic monitoring, assisting with postoperative recovery, maintaining organised clinical areas and providing attentive client service. The ability to move confidently between nursing responsibilities and front-of-house activities will be particularly valuable. This varied locum assignment offers an opportunity to apply practical veterinary nursing expertise while helping maintain productive patient care and smooth daily operations.

Qualifications Needed

- Recognised veterinary nursing qualification or equivalent practical veterinary nursing experience appropriate to the responsibilities of the position.
- Previous experience in small animal veterinary nursing, particularly surgical assistance,



patient monitoring and routine clinical procedures.
- Confidence undertaking general nursing duties, assisting with daily patient care and supporting veterinary colleagues.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to assist reception teams and respond professionally to client enquiries.
- Availability for approximately two, three or four shifts per week during November and December 2026.

Package

- Flexible locum arrangements offering approximately two to four shifts per week according to availability and staffing requirements.
- Temporary veterinary nursing opportunities available throughout November and December 2026.
- Varied responsibilities encompassing surgical nursing, general clinical support and reception duties.
- Opportunity to utilise practical anaesthetic monitoring, patient preparation and postoperative nursing skills.
- A flexible working arrangement suitable for experienced veterinary nurses seeking short-term professional commitments.
- Exposure to different aspects of veterinary operations, including clinical assistance and client-facing responsibilities.
- Opportunities to work alongside veterinary professionals while contributing to efficient daily patient care.
- A varied working environment encouraging adaptability, practical problem-solving and effective communication.
- Short-term employment offering opportunities to strengthen existing clinical and administrative nursing experience.

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📌 Small Animal Locum Vet Nurse Job, Eltham, Victoria, Australia (Melbourne)
🏢 The Vet Service
📍 Melbourne