Lead with care. Grow with purpose.

Are you a qualified Veterinary Nurse looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a leadership role while staying hands-on in a supportive, animal-focused environment? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.

An exciting role has become available for a skilled Clinic Coordinator & Veterinary Nurse to join our fantastic team at CareVets Hobsonville. This position has opened due to an internal promotion and offers the chance to help lead a passionate, supportive team delivering exceptional care.

• Competitive remuneration

• Generous support for your career development and progression

• Supportive, non-corporate team culture – join the CareVets family

About the Clinic

CareVets Hobsonville is located in the popular, growing suburb of Hobsonville in the north-west of Auckland. This modern, purpose-built clinic works closely with our neighbours at SPCA Hobsonville.

We are a companion animal practice with a dynamic mix of SPCA work and private clients, giving our team a wide variety of cases and experiences. We pride ourselves on our close-knit and supportive team environment, with passionate staff dedicated to providing the best possible care for our furry patients.

👉 Check us out here: carevets.co.nz/carevets-hobsonville

About the Role

This role is ideal for an Veterinary Nurse with strong leadership, organisational, and people skills. It suits an experienced nurse who enjoys being hands-on with patients while also stepping into a broader clinic leadership position.

As Clinic Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in the smooth running of the clinic, supporting both your team and our clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Hands-on veterinary nursing duties, including patient care, assisting in surgery, anaesthetic monitoring, and client education

• Inspiring and supporting your team to deliver the highest standard of care

• Overseeing daily clinic administration and retail operations

• Mentoring and guiding junior staff and student nurses

• Coordinating clinic workflow and scheduling

• Maintaining high standards of client service and communication

• Supporting a positive, engaged team culture

• Developing an understanding of clinic financials and contributing to efficient, sustainable operations

This role is full-time and will require 1 in 3 Saturday shifts.

About You

You’ll bring:

• A Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (DVN) or equivalent

• A minimum of 5 years’ veterinary industry experience

• Proven leadership skills, ideally within the veterinary industry

• Management experience (preferred)

• Excellent communication skills and a supportive, approachable leadership style

• Strong organisational skills and a proactive, solution-focused mindset

• The ability to work well both independently and within a team

• A calm, composed presence under pressure

• Customer-facing skills (a strong advantage)

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive remuneration based on experience

• A supportive and friendly team invested in your success

• Ongoing CPD with a generous allowance

• A genuine family-oriented, non-corporate culture

• Structured rosters that support work-life balance

• Staff discounts on veterinary services and retail products

• Access to confidential counselling

• NZVNA registration (if applicable)

• A dynamic leadership team & access to a wide professional network

Apply Now

If you’re ready to lead with care and grow with purpose, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and cover letter – we can’t wait to welcome the next member of our CareVets family.