Veterinary Nurse- Torquay North Vet

Seeking an experienced veterinary nurse to join our awesome team in Torquay!

Why you will love working with us

• Competitive salary above industry award
• VNCA membership paid | AVNAT registration encouraged
• Continuing education & training actively supported (VetEducation access)
• Generous clinic & Petstock discounts
• Employee Assistance Program + Mental Health First Aid Officer
• Flexible rostering to support work–life–family balance
• Paid Volunteer Leave + extra Parental Leave
• Retail, travel, fitness & wellbeing discounts (Petstock next door & more!)

About Torquay North Vet

Torquay North Vet is a modern, purpose-built clinic located in the beautiful beachside community of Torquay, home of the iconic Bells Beach Rip Curl Pro.

Established in 2021, our spacious facility includes:

• 3 consult rooms + dedicated grieving room
• Surgical theatre and spacious prep and treatment area
• Separate dental suite with dental x-ray
• Imaging (x-ray & ultrasound)
• In-house laboratory and modern equipment throughout

We pride ourselves on a supportive, collaborative team culture where patient advocacy, client experience, and staff wellbeing come first. Supporting our local community is at the heart of what we do.

As part of the Apiam Animal Health group, you’ll also be connected to a wider network dedicated to enriching the lives of animals, people, and communities across regional and rural Australia.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced veterinary nurse (part-time or full-time) to complement our close-knit team. We typically have 2–3 vets per day, dedicated reception support, and maintain a 1:1 or 1:2 vet-to-nurse ratio.

This is a hands-on, varied role suited to a confident all-rounder who enjoys both clinical and client-facing work.

Ideally, you will have 5+ years’ experience.
Candidates with fewer years of experience are welcome to apply if they can demonstrate strong upskilling and commitment to ongoing CPD. Administration or business management skills will be viewed favourably.

About You

You are a passionate, capable nurse who:

• Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or Veterinary Technician Degree (essential)
• Has well-rounded nursing skills, including:
  • Openness to be part of team consulting (including using our AI scribing tool)
  • Performing nurse consults (anal glands, nail trims, weight management, bandage changes, triage)
  • COHATs (dental x-rays, grading, scale & polish)
  • Anaesthetic monitoring
  • Solo x-rays under sedation using positioning aids
  • Ear cleans (consult and under anaesthesia)
  • Reception and administration duties
• Practices fear-free handling and maintains high standards of patient care
• Is comfortable with sole-charge nursing
• Enjoys mentoring trainee nurses
• Has a proactive, can-do attitude and jumps in where needed
• Is committed to positive team culture, growth, and continuous improvement
• Registered Veterinary Nurses are highly regarded.

Career Development with Apiam

At Apiam Animal Health, we genuinely support nurse development through:

• Annual career development discussions
• Free monthly webinars
• Opportunities for secondment across clinics Australia-wide
• Clear pathways for career progression

How to Apply

If you’d love to join our team at Torquay North Vet, please send your resume and cover letter to: torquay@apiam.com.au