Experienced Veterinary Nurse - Greencross Vets Willows

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Veterinary Nurse (Full-Time) | Greencross Vets Willows | Townsville, QLD 🐾

Some clinics are just workplaces. Others become a second family.

At Greencross Vets Willows, we've built something pretty special over the last 30+ years. We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Nurse to join a team that genuinely loves coming to work, supports each other through the hard days, celebrates the wins together, and never loses sight of why we do what we do: caring for pets and the people who love them.

If you're searching for another corporate clinic, this probably isn't it.

If you're searching for a clinic where people laugh together, check in on each other, share team lunches, wear colourful scrubs, spoil each other's pets, and rally around every patient that comes through the door, keep reading.

🏡 A Clinic with History, Heart and Soul

Greencross Vets Willows holds a special place in the Greencross story. Originally founded in Townsville in 1994 by Dr Glen Richards, this was the very first Greencross clinic before the business expanded across Australia.

Today, while we've grown, we've never lost that local community feel.

Walk through our doors and you'll quickly notice that Willows doesn't feel like every other clinic. Our clinic has a warm, rustic charm that reflects the people inside it. You'll find a beautiful hand-painted mural lovingly created by the team, colourful scrubs year-round, festive Christmas outfits in December, and plenty of laughter echoing through the treatment area.

It's the kind of place where team BBQs happen regularly, lunch breaks are often spent together, and there is always someone ready with a coffee, a cuddle, or a helping hand when it's needed.

❤️ Meet the Team

At the heart of our clinic is Dr Wendy, our incredible Vet Director.

Wendy is the type of veterinarian who will never turn away a patient in need. She is deeply respected by clients, adored by her team, and known throughout the local community for her compassion, clinical excellence, and unwavering dedication to animal care.

Her energy is infectious. Her passion lifts the entire team. She leads with kindness, supports her people, and creates an environment where everyone feels valued.

The nursing team is equally special.

The team genuinely enjoy spending time together both inside and outside of work. They're quick to share knowledge, celebrate achievements, and support one another through busy days. New team members are welcomed with open arms and quickly become part of the family.

🌴 Why You'll Love Working Here

Beyond the fantastic team culture, you'll also be joining an incredibly supportive wider Townsville network.

You'll have access to:

• A close-knit and collaborative Townsville veterinary community
• Support from our people-first Area Manager, Matt
• Clinical leadership and mentorship from Fiona, our Regional Clinical Director and proud Townsville local
• Opportunities to learn from experienced veterinarians and nurses across multiple clinics
• A culture where people come first and development is genuinely encouraged

🩺 About the Role

As an experienced Veterinary Nurse, you'll be involved in all aspects of nursing and patient care, including:

• Surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring
• Pre and post-operative patient care
• Hospital nursing and inpatient management
• Assisting with consultations and treatments
• Laboratory and pathology work
• Dental procedures and dental nursing
• Nurse consultations
• Client communication and education
• Reception and client support when required
• Maintaining high clinical and patient care standards

We're looking for a nurse who loves being hands-on and enjoys the variety that comes with general practice.

🐕 About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
• Has previous experience as a Veterinary Nurse
• Is confident with surgical nursing and anaesthetic monitoring
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team
• Has strong communication and client care skills
• Brings a positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed
• Loves building relationships with clients and their pets
• Values kindness, teamwork and community

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who wants to be part of the culture we've worked so hard to create.

📍 Location, Location, Location

Conveniently located in Kirwan, Greencross Vets Willows is less than a minute from Willows Shopping Centre, placing everything you need right on your doorstep.

Grab lunch at Guzman y Gomez, Hungry Jack's or the local favourite IMC Steak House. Hit the gym before or after work. Browse the shops. Run errands on your break. It's all incredibly convenient.

We're also located directly across from Kirwan State High School and surrounded by great local amenities, making the daily commute easy and enjoyable.

🌟 Why Join Greencross?

In addition to joining an amazing team, you'll also enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration reflective of experience
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Career growth across Australia's leading veterinary network
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff discounts on veterinary services and retail products
• Petbarn discounts
• Fitness Passport access
• Pounce rewards platform with discounts and cashback on fuel, groceries, retail, travel, insurance and more
• Recognition and rewards programs with opportunities to earn vouchers and virtual rewards

Apply Today

The best way to understand what makes Greencross Vets Willows special is to experience it for yourself.

Come visit the clinic. Meet the team. Check out our beautiful mural. Have a look at our colourful scrubs. Chat to Wendy and see firsthand why so many people choose to stay.

Because at Willows, we're more than colleagues.

We're a team, a community, and for many of us, a second family. 💙🐾

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