Veterinary Nurse - Brisbane West Locum

Greencross Vets

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Greencross is seeking an experienced and capable Casual Locum Veterinary Nurse to support their clinics across the Brisbane West Region. This role is for a nurse who enjoys variety, flexibility, and the chance to work with multiple teams while making a genuine difference. The ideal candidate can confidently step into different clinic environments, adapt quickly, work independently, and provide experienced nursing support. The role will primarily provide support across clinics in Ipswich, Brisbane, and Toowoomba.

Requirements

Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
2 - 3 + years of clinical veterinary nursing experience
Confident across medical, surgical, and hospital nursing
Ability to work independently and use initiative
Comfortable stepping into unfamiliar clinic environments and adapting quickly
Excellent anaesthetic monitoring skills
Strong communication and customer service skills
Organised, reliable, and professional
Enjoys working collaboratively with a variety of teams
Holds a current driver's licence and reliable transport
Willing to travel between clinics throughout the Brisbane West Region

Responsibilities

Assisting veterinarians during consultations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
Preparing patients for surgery and assisting in theatre
Monitoring anaesthesia and supporting post-operative recovery
Administering medications and treatments
Collecting samples and performing diagnostic testing
Providing hospital and inpatient care
Assisting with emergency and urgent care cases when required
Maintaining patient records and treatment plans
Providing exceptional client communication and education
Supporting reception and administrative duties when needed
Maintaining hygiene, infection control, and clinical standards throughout the clinic

Benefits

Ongoing continuing education and professional development
Access to VetEducation, VetWebinars, LinkedIn Learning, and other learning platforms
Annual Greencross Clinical Conference
Career progression opportunities across a national network of clinics and hospitals
Access to a broad community of veterinary professionals
Staff discounts on veterinary services and products, including Royal Canin
Petbarn retail discounts
Access to Fitness Passport
Access to Pounce employee discounts across retail, travel, fuel, entertainment, and more
Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental health and wellbeing support programs
A genuine commitment to work-life balance