Casual Locum Veterinary Nurse – NSW North & Central

About the role

Greencross is seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse to provide casual locum support across clinics in Sydney's North Shore and Northern Beaches. You will step into different clinic environments, work independently and help teams during periods of leave, high demand or staffing gaps.

Key responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with consultations, diagnostics, treatments and surgical procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery, monitor anaesthesia and support post‑operative recovery.
• Administer medications, collect samples and perform diagnostic testing.
• Provide hospital and inpatient care, including emergency and urgent cases.
• Maintain patient records, ensure hygiene and infection control, and support reception duties when needed.

Required profile

• Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) with 2‑3+ years of clinical experience.
• Ability to work independently, adapt quickly to new clinic teams and travel between locations.
• Current driver’s licence, reliable transport and willingness to travel across the North Shore and Northern Beaches.

Required skills

• Proficient in anaesthetic monitoring and surgical assistance.
• Experience with diagnostic testing, sample collection and medication administration.
• Strong client communication and record‑keeping abilities.

What we offer

• Flexible casual work to suit your lifestyle.
• Exposure to a diverse range of clinics, caseloads and teams.
• Opportunities for clinical skill development and professional networking.
• Access to Greencross benefits such as continuing education, staff discounts and wellbeing programs.