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Vet Nurse
Description
Ready for the next step in your Vet Nurse career? Due to one of our fabulous Vet Nurses relocating to the North Island, we have an opportunity for a Senior Veterinary Nurse to join the team!
This role is full-time covering 40 hours per week, however we do have flexibility if you prefer less hours – just let us know!
We are looking for someone with the energy and drive to make a real difference, with a commitment and passion for quality practice and high standards of care, along with a great team spirit.
Our well-equipped small animal clinic is in the beautiful suburb of Cashmere just 10 minutes from the Christchurch City Centre, nestled between the Port Hills and the Heathcote River. Cashmere offers the best of both worlds, enjoy a weekend brunch in a local café, enjoy the incredible views walking the local trails or soak up the sun and surf at nearby beaches.
As a key member of our nursing team, you’ll:
- Support our veterinarians in all aspects of clinical care – including surgical assistance, anaesthetic monitoring, blood collection, lab work, and patient handling
- Deliver exceptional patient care and client service – treating every pet as if they were your own
- Take part in nurse consults, nutritional planning, and client education
- Help maintain a clean, organised, and welcoming clinic environment
About you:
- A qualified Veterinary Nurse with at least 3 years of clinical experience
- Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can multitask with ease
- A team player with excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine love for animals – and their people!
On offer:
- FREE Access to practical training programs through our purpose-built training centre based right here in Christchurch
- A supportive network of veterinary professionals across the country
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program and Wellbeing Services
- Additional paid parental leave and return to work bonus
- CPD allowance
- Opportunity for involvement with our leading ANZ Vet Nurse Program - ASPIRE
- Ability to move between the network and retain your benefits and accruals
- Vet Nurse Advisory Committee
- Rewards for employee referrals
- Awards to celebrate excellence
- Health insurance (after meeting service provision)
- Staff benefits & discounts including Fitness Passport!
We believe that if we put our people first, the results will follow. We achieve this through our Veterinary Training Centre – an industry first where we offer practical CPD in everything from behaviour through to orthopaedic surgery, FREE for our team members!
Apply now!