Veterinary Nurse Salaries in New Zealand
Salary and wage information for New Zealand professions is compiled regularly by analysis of New Zealand jobs advertised in major publications. Salaries are annual unless otherwise stated. Job ads in New Zealand often do not mention remuneration. Salaries are generally negotiable, within limits.
Job titles in this occupation vary and some examples are veterinary nurse, vet nurse, animal nurse and veterinary assistant.
According to the New Zealand Veterinary Nursing Association, veterinary nurses can expect to earn between $16 and $19 an hour as a new graduate. After a few years’ experience this should typically increase to between $19 and $21 an hour.
On an annual basis, veterinary nurses typically earn between $35,000 and $55,000 depending on their area of expertise, location and experience.
Veterinary Nurse Salaries / Wages in 2011-2012
| Position | Salary / Wage $ | Location |
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| Veterinary Nurse / Receptionist | 13 – 15 per hour | Auckland |
| Junior Veterinary Nurse | 13 – 18 per hour | Auckland |
| Veterinary Nurse | 15 – 25 per hour | Tauranga |
| Junior Veterinary Nurse | 27,000 – 37,000 | Wellington |
| Head Veterinary Nurse | 44,000 + | Wellington |
| Senior Veterinary Nurse | 35,000 – 50,000 | Christchurch |
| Qualified Veterinary Nurse | 55,000 – 70,000 | Christchurch |
| Experienced Veterinary Nurse | 35,000 – 45,000 | South Island |
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