GP Veterinary Nurse – Maternity Leave Cover - Part-time

GP Veterinary Nurse – Maternity Leave Cover - Part-time 

Peninsula Vet Care - East Mornington

 Our Mornington site houses both a general practice clinic and a specialist referral hospital offering 24/7 emergency, surgery, and internal medicine services. Our collaborative, multidisciplinary team is driven by a shared passion for providing outstanding patient care in a supportive, positive culture.

 At Peninsula Vet Care, we offer more than just a job we provide a pathway to grow, learn, and thrive in a supportive, progressive environment.

 Why Join Us?

Peninsula Vet Care is the Mornington Peninsula’s largest and veterinary care provider. With a team of nearly 60 vets and over 90 nurses, we’re a community of passionate professionals backed by specialists, industry leaders, and a hands-on support team. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A structured onboarding and training program
• A people-first culture focused on your personal and professional development

About the Role

You’ll be an essential part of our team, with duties including:

• Assisting with consultations, surgeries, and patient care
• Administering medications and preparing animals for procedures
• Placing IV catheters, blood collection, intubation
• Running in-house pathology and assisting with imaging (ultrasound & radiography)
• Maintaining hospital hygiene and post-operative monitoring
• Identifying operational improvements and contributing to a positive clinic environment
• Participating in reception duties and client education

About You

We're seeking a compassionate, experienced GP vet nurse for a part-time maternity leave cover who thrives in a team-focused and fast-paced environment.  

 You’ll bring:

• At least 2 years’ experience as a veterinary nurse
• A Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent experience)
• Confidence in surgical, medical, and reception duties
• Initiative, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high standards of patient and client care

What We Offer

• No on-call! – Our 24/7 emergency hospital handles after-hours
• Generous employee benefits including discounted pet healthcare for your furry family
• Ongoing professional development, including in-house and external training
• Regular one-on-one support and feedback with your Clinic Manager
• A fantastic lifestyle location just minutes from beaches, cafes, and wineries on the Mornington Peninsula
• A workplace culture built on trust, respect, professional growth, and having fun!

For more Information and to apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your GP veterinary nursing career we’d love to hear from you. Reach out for a confidential chat with Joe Friend on [email protected]. 

Visit our social pages on Facebook or LinkedIn to get to know us, and we invite you to join our Vet Education Hub on our Emergency & Referral Hospital website, where you can access educational videos and content delivered by our specialist team. Access is free!

Learn more about Peninsula Vet Care: www.penvetcare.com.au