15230 - Registered Veterinary Nurse - Oncology

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh's Hospital for Small Animals is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join the Oncology team on a part-time basis (23 hours per week). This fixed-term maternity cover role focuses on delivering compassionate care to oncology patients and supporting owners throughout their pets' treatment journey.

You will work within the Riddell-Swan Veterinary Cancer Centre, collaborating with board-certified specialists and fellow nurses to administer medical therapies, including

Qualifications

• RCVS registered veterinary nurse essential.
• Excellent organisational and communications skills essential.
• Commitment to teaching the next generation of veterinary staff.

Responsibilities

• Care for oncology patients throughout their journey.
• Support diagnosis and treatment including chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary oncology team.
• Provide high level of patient and client care.
• Engage in teaching and training within the department.

Skills

RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse

Excellent organisational skills

Teaching veterinary staff

Job description

15230 - Registered Veterinary Nurse - Oncology

UE06 £35,302 to £40,704 per annum pro rata (based on 35 hours per week)

CMVM / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies / Hospital for Small Animals

Part Time - 23 hours per week / Monday to Wednesday

Fixed Term 14-month maternity cover

Be part of something bigger, there’s a career for everyone at the University of Edinburgh.

The Opportunity:

We have an opportunity to join our dedicated oncology nurses at the Hospital for Small Animals. The successful candidate will work with our oncology patients throughout their journey with us. If you thrive on patient care, developing strong relationships with owners, are detail oriented, and enjoy hands on nursing, this is the role for you.

The Riddell-Swan Veterinary Cancer Centre is one of the largest oncology centres in Europe and has more than a decade’s experience in providing world-class care for pets diagnosed with cancer.

Our busy and highly motivated team comprises both of European and American board-certified Specialist clinicians and four dedicated oncology veterinary nurses. This is a great opportunity to use your nursing skills to help in the diagnosis and treatment (medical therapy including chemotherapy, and radiotherapy) of pets with cancer. The service strives for a high level of patient and client care. You will integrate into the oncology team, and work with disciplines across the hospital.

Your skills and attributes for success:

Being an RCVS registered veterinary nurse is essential.

Excellent organisational and communications skills are essential.

Keen dedication to teaching the next generation of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses is essential.

Training & Support

We offer a focused training programme to help you get started in the role.