Head Veterinary Nurse

VetPartners • Ellenbrook, WA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a unique opportunity to step into a Head Veterinary Nurse role with exposure to Practice Management, perfect for someone ready to take the next step in their career or an experienced leader looking for a new challenge. You’ll remain clinically hands-on, while also gaining valuable experience across leadership, operations, and people management — all supported by an experienced Practice Manager who will mentor and guide you.

Requirements

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
• Confident across all aspects of veterinary nursing, including anaesthesia and surgery
• An interest in leadership, with either proven experience or readiness to step up
• Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities
• A genuine passion for patient care and delivering excellent client experiences
• A team-first attitude with the ability to lead by example

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and supporting the nursing team day-to-day
• Coordinating workflow to ensure smooth and efficient clinic operations
• Supporting vets across anaesthesia, surgery, and patient care
• Maintaining high clinical standards, protocols, and patient outcomes
• Managing rostering and contributing to team performance and engagement
• Assisting with stock control, ordering, and equipment management
• Supporting client experience, including handling feedback and complaints
• Promoting a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture

Benefits

• 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 fitness benefits
• Everyday discounts & perks — 100+ discounts on fuel, groceries, travel, entertainment, and more
• Pet benefits — savings on pet essentials and insurance
• Connected community — access to a large, supportive veterinary network across ANZ

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree