Dermatology Vet Nurse - MVSC

Job Description

Dermatology Veterinary Nurse - Part Time

Immediate start availableNo weekends and no public holidaysNo on-call, very minimal overtime and no emergency pressureWork across Glen Waverley and/or Essendon FieldsCertificate IV in Veterinary Nursing (or equivalent) preferredMinimum 2 years’ experience in general practice preferredAbout MVSC

The Melbourne Veterinary Specialist Centre (MVSC) is a leading multi-disciplinary referral hospital, providing advanced specialist care to veterinary practices across Victoria from our Glen Waverley and Essendon Fields locations. Specialty disciplines Include dermatology, internal medicine, surgery veterinary behaviour and radiography

Our specialist service and equipment include:

- Specialist level imaging equipment

Brand new Highfield MRIBrand new 64 slice CTRadiographyUltrasonographyBAER – hearing testing machine- On site radiographer

- Video otoscopy equipment

- State of the art anaesthetic equipment and specialist anaesthetists

About the Role

Our Dermatology Department is seeking experienced and motivated Veterinary Nurses to join our supportive specialist team. These roles are ideal for nurses who enjoy delivering high-quality patient care while working in a well-structured, calm, and non-emergency specialist environment.

You will work closely with our dermatologists, assisting during consultations and procedures, and supporting patients and clients throughout their care journey. The department operates during regular weekday hours, allowing you to enjoy true work–life balance - when your shift ends, your time is your own. The dermatology nurse role also involves close communication and collaboration with internal medicine, surgery, veterinary behaviour and imaging to provide full patient care in one centre.

Working over both our Glen Waverley and Essendon Fields clinics. Some flexibility is available across our two locations depending on the living location of successful candidates.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Assisting with specialist dermatology consultations and patient dischargesIntradermal allergy testingAssisting with ear flushes, biopsies, laser procedures, MRI/CT, and hearing testsSupporting dermatologists during procedures and consultationsProviding professional, compassionate client communicationContributing to the smooth daily workflow of a busy, specialist departmentAbout You

This role would suit a Veterinary Nurse who:

Enjoys working in a structured, multi-specialist environmentIs confident with hands-on nursing and patient careCommunicates clearly and professionally with clients and colleaguesWorks well as part of a close, highly skilled teamValues consistency, organisation, and a supportive workplace cultureWilling to perform clinical tasks such as venipuncture, injections, suturing, supervised drug calculations, communication with referring veterinarians, record keepingConfident with animal handling in front of clientsThrives in a positive, people-focused environment and enjoys having a laugh at workWhy Join MVSC?

Genuine work–life balance - no weekends, no public holidays, minimal overtimeNo emergency or after-hours pressurePredictable rosters and stable hoursWork alongside experienced specialists in a leading referral centreExposure to varied and rewarding dermatology casesSupportive, collaborative team culture with a relaxed and friendly atmosphereOngoing learning and professional development opportunitiesOpportunity for additional hours or long-term employment for the right candidateApply via the link!