Vet Nurse

Join a team where your work truly makes a difference for clients, animals and the wider community.

At VetSouth, we are more than a vet clinic, we're a trusted partner for clients across Southland and Otago.

Why You'll Love Working With Us?

At VetSouth, you'll be part of a team that lives its purpose — building better outcomes for animals, people, and communities.

We're here for good, driven by genuine care, teamwork, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

When you join us, you become part of a supportive, down-to-earth team that values innovation, growth, and making a real difference every day.

We are :

Innovative - always looking for new and better ways to do things

Professional and vibrant - our enthusiasm is contagious!

Varied and dynamic - no two days are the same!

About the Role

We are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Nurse to join our Invercargill Companion Animal Team on a fixed term contract to cover a period of parental leave.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position and includes participation in the weeknight and weekend on-call roster.

Your responsibilities will include :

Surgical nursing including hospital prep / care, anaesthetics and animal handling

Vet nurse consults and client education

Collecting and submitting diagnostic samples

Digital radiography and imaging

Fluid therapy and IV catheter placement

You will have :

Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent)

Strong communication and client-care skills

Eagerness to learn and ability to adapt to changing priorities calmly and efficiently

A friendly personality and enjoy being part of a well-functioning team

An organised, energetic, and motivated approach

Whether you're an experienced nurse or a recent graduate, if you're passionate about animal care and want to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork and growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Just as important as what we do is how we do it — we love what we do, get the job done right, stay one step ahead, and are always in it together.

Apply now to join a team that's here for good.

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