At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide exceptional nursing care and support complex medical cases in a dynamic veterinary environment.
- Company: Join Greencross Vet Hospital, a leading multidisciplinary veterinary teaching hospital.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and exposure to advanced veterinary technology.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and skill development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by mentoring future vets and working with specialist teams.
- Qualifications: Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and at least 2 years of experience required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
- Referral Vet Nurse - Medicine, Oncology, Neurology - GVH Werribee
- Full-time
Located at the University of Melbourne in Werribee, GVH is a busy 24/7 multidisciplinary veterinary teaching hospital providing emergency, general practice, referral and specialist care.
Our hospital brings together teams across Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Surgery, Anaesthesia, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency & Critical Care and General Practice, creating an environment where collaboration and learning happen every day.
As a teaching hospital, our nurses also play an important role in supporting and mentoring the next generation of veterinarians.
Take your veterinary nursing career to the next level!
Greencross Vet Hospital (GVH) is looking for an experienced and passionate Referral Veterinary Nurse to join our multidisciplinary referral team.
Working across Internal Medicine, Neurology and Oncology , you’ll be exposed to complex and rewarding cases, advanced diagnostics and treatments, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians and specialist teams.
If you’re passionate about high-quality patient care, enjoy learning and want to continue developing your clinical skills, this could be the perfect next step in your career.
As a Referral Nurse, you’ll provide high-quality nursing care to patients with a diverse range of complex medical and neurological conditions.
You will
- Provide exceptional nursing care across Internal Medicine, Neurology and Oncology .
- Assist with advanced diagnostics, procedures and treatments.
- Manage patient admissions, hospitalisation, monitoring and discharge.
- Perform technical nursing skills including venepuncture, IV catheterisation and anaesthesia monitoring.
- Work closely with specialists, veterinarians and the wider multidisciplinary team.
- Communicate compassionately with clients throughout their pet’s treatment journey.
- Support and mentor DVM students during their clinical rotations.
- Share your knowledge and contribute to the development of junior nurses and the wider team.
We’re looking for someone who is curious, motivated and excited by the opportunity to work with complex referral cases.
Ideally, you will have
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent – essential.
- At least 2 years of veterinary nursing experience , with referral or specialist experience highly regarded.
- Strong technical nursing and patient care skills.
- An interest or experience in Internal Medicine, Neurology or Oncology .
- A passion for learning, teaching and mentoring others.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- The ability to adapt and thrive in a busy multidisciplinary environment.
Why Join GVH?
- Competitive remuneration based on experience.
- Exposure to diverse and complex referral cases.
- Work alongside experienced clinicians and specialist teams.
- Access to advanced diagnostics, imaging and veterinary technology.
- Continuing education, training and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to develop your skills across multiple referral disciplines.
- The rewarding opportunity to teach and mentor future veterinarians.
- A collaborative environment where nurses are encouraged to grow, contribute and develop their careers.
Whether you already have referral experience or you’re an experienced veterinary nurse ready to take the next step into specialist nursing, we’d love to hear from you.
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Referral Vet Nurse – Werribee in Melbourne employer: Greencross-Vets
Greencross Vets North Lakes is an exceptional employer that prioritises a positive work culture, professional development, and employee well-being. With strong leadership support and a commitment to work-life balance, team members enjoy access to extensive training opportunities and a vibrant community atmosphere in the beautiful North Lakes area, making it an ideal place for passionate veterinary professionals to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
