Veterinary Nurse - Greencross Tweed Heads
Job Description
Part-Time Veterinary Nurse – Greencross Tweed Heads
Looking for a role where you can enjoy a genuine work/life balance, be part of a supportive team, and live close to the beach?
Greencross Vets Tweed Heads is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join our close-knit team on a part-time basis (approximately 28.5 hours per week).
About the Clinic
At Greencross Tweed Heads, we’ve built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality patient care in a welcoming, family-style environment.
- Small animal practice with a loyal, long-standing client base
- A collaborative, supportive team where people genuinely enjoy working together
- Co-located within Petbarn, with a steady flow of engaged pet owners
- A clinic culture where every team member’s voice is valued
We place a strong focus on team-based care, communication, and continuous learning.
Clinic Hours
Monday–Friday: 8:00am – 6:00pm
Saturday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: Closed (yay for Sundays off!) closed public holidays
About the Role
This is a varied and hands-on nursing role where you’ll be involved across all areas of the clinic.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting front-of-house client care and communication
- Assisting with consultations and team-based patient care
- IV catheter placement, blood collection, and diagnostic testing
- Assisting with pathology procedures
- Surgical and inpatient care, including anaesthetic monitoring
- Maintaining clinic hygiene and preparing equipment
- Supporting scheduling and client bookings (RX Works ideal but not essential)
- Assisting with mentoring and supporting junior nurses and students
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2–3 years’ clinical experience
- Strong clinical skills across surgical, hospital, and consult nursing
- Confidence working both independently and within a team
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- A proactive, positive attitude with strong time management
- A willingness to mentor and support others
- A good sense of humour and team-first mindset
Living and Working in Tweed Heads
Tweed Heads offers the perfect blend of coastal lifestyle and everyday convenience.
- Minutes from beautiful beaches and the Gold Coast coastline
- Relaxed, community-focused atmosphere
- Access to outdoor activities including surfing, walking tracks, and river activities
- Close to Coolangatta, with easy access to cafés, restaurants, and shopping
- A lower-key alternative to the busier Gold Coast while still being well connected
It’s an ideal location if you're looking to combine a rewarding career with a more relaxed pace of life.
Why Greencross
As part of the Greencross network, you’ll have access to:
- Ongoing continuing education and development opportunities
- LinkedIn Learning
- VetWebinars
- Annual Greencross Clinical Conference
- Career progression opportunities across a national network
- Strong leadership support at clinic, regional, and national levels
- Staff discounts including:
- 50% off Royal Canin
- 25% off Petbarn products
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Pounce discounts across retail, travel, fuel, and more
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support
- A genuine focus on work/life balance
Apply
If you’re looking to join a supportive team in a great location and want a role where your skills are valued, we’d love to hear from you.
Come be part of something special. Your next chapter starts here—with sun, surf, and a team that truly cares. 🌊🐶🐾