GP Veterinary Surgery Lead Nurse

Veterinary Surgery Lead Nurse (Full-Time) Peninsula Vet Care East Mornington

 Are you passionate about patient care and people? Do you enjoy leading and coordinating a successful team? We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Surgery Lead Nurse within our East Mornington general practice clinic.

At Peninsula Vet Care East Mornington, you’ll be working in a general practice clinic attached to our Peninsula Vet Emergency & Referral Hospital, giving you the best of both worlds: interesting and manageable GP caseloads with the reassurance of 24/7 access to specialists in surgery, medicine, critical care, and more right next door.

• 5 weekday shifts + 1 in 4 full weekend rotation
• Attractive salary + benefits based on qualifications and experience

Who We Are

Peninsula Vet Care is the largest veterinary care provider on the Mornington Peninsula, with five GP clinics supported by our separate Emergency & Referral Hospital. At East Mornington, you’ll be part of a busy general practice team with the backing and resources of our wider Peninsula Vet Care network.

About the Role

Working closely with the Clinic Manager and Client Services Area Leader, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of our GP surgery team. You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor and train junior nurses, with ongoing support from our Nurse Educator and other Area Leaders across the group.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and mentor junior nurses in line with tailored training plans
• Ensure GP clinic standards of care and customer service are consistently met
• Coordinate daily schedules, including surgical bookings and staff rostering
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend operational solutions

About You

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a veterinary nurse
• Passion for patient care, client service, and team leadership
• Strong organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Enjoys mentoring and developing others in a supportive environment

What We Offer

• Genuine career pathways across our GP clinics (with opportunities to explore emergency & referral if you wish – but not required in this role)
• Generous employee benefits, including discounted healthcare for your pets
• Paid parental leave and a warm, supportive clinic culture with a strong “family feel”
• Ongoing professional development, including in-house and external training plus CE allowance
• 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

For more Information and to apply

If you’re ready to take the next step in your 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