Posted 20 August, 2026
Small Animal Vet Nurse Job, Hobsonville, Auckland, New Zealand
The Vet Service
Auckland, AUK, NZ
Full Time
Reference: dd05a6d3737550e5
Job Description
Job Description: Our client is seeking an accomplished senior veterinary nurse to join a purpose-built small animal setting on a permanent, full-time basis. The position centres on advanced surgical nursing, anaesthetic monitoring and the management of hospitalised patients across a varied caseload that includes privately owned animals and charity cases. This opportunity is ideal for a confident professional with strong organisational skills who enjoys mentoring junior colleagues while remaining actively involved in clinical care. The successful candidate will help coordinate busy surgical workflows, maintain high standards of patient comfort and contribute to a calm, fear-free approach throughout treatment and recovery. Qualifications Needed: A recognised veterinary nursing qualification At least four to five years of veterinary nursing experience Advanced confidence in anaesthesia, surgical preparation and inpatient management Strong mentoring and communication skills An organised approach to managing demanding clinical workloads Package: Permanent full-time senior nursing position One rostered Saturday morning approximately every three weeks Modern ultrasound, digital radiography and dental imaging equipment Purpose-designed preparation, surgical and hospital facilities Rewarding exposure to private and charity-based patient care Opportunity to mentor and guide developing veterinary nurses Hands-on responsibility across complex surgical and inpatient cases Discounts on veterinary services and selected retail products Confidential counselling assistance available when needed Supportive colleagues committed to collaborative clinical standards #J-18808-Ljbffr