Oncology Registered Veterinary Nurse

Linnaeus; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is offering a full-time position for an Oncology Registered Veterinary Nurse. The ideal candidate will coordinate the medical oncology team and ensure high standards of care for clients and patients. This role requires a commitment to excellence and at least 1 year of post-qualification experience as an RVN. Benefits include paid memberships, holiday, CPD funding, and wellness programs.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus birthday leave

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Career progression opportunities

Life Assurance

Wellness program

Qualifications

• At least 1 year post qualification experience as an RVN.
• Additional relevant qualifications or experience in a referral setting are beneficial.
• Commitment to high standards of hygiene and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cases for the medical oncology team.
• Assist with internal medical cases as necessary.
• Maintain high standards of client and patient care.

Skills

Post qualification experience

Client and patient care

Team coordination

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Job Title

Oncology Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location

Willows Referrals

Job Type

Permanent, Full time

Salary

Starting from £28,000, depending on experience

An exciting opportunity for a dedicated Oncology RVN has come up within our Willows Veterinary Hospital.

The role of the oncology nurse is critical to the provision of high standards of client and patient care. The purpose of this position is to serve primarily as a member of the medical oncology team in the clinic, acting as a coordinator for the team and their cases. Where oncology case load allows the medical oncology nurse will assist with internal medical cases.

Health and Safety training on the safety protocols associated with oncology patients is an important part of the role. Working closely with other personnel at all times is essential in order to ensure efficient case throughput across the hospital. A commitment to excellence at all times and the provision of 5 star client and patient care is paramount. All nursing staff are jointly responsible for maintaining high standards of hygiene, equipment care, effective stock control and rotation.

This role is suitable for an RVN with at least 1 years post qualification experience. Additional relevant qualifications and/or previous experience in a referral setting are beneficial but not required. Full training and support will be provided.

Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service

Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service is one of the leading small animal referral centres in the world, having been delivering the highest possible standard of pet healthcare for over 30 years.

Our vision is to provide an unrivalled clinical, patient, client and team experience that is recognised for excellence across the world. Our values centre around the care of our patients, our clients, our referring vets, each other, and the environment to make a Better World for Pets.

Willows is widely known for delivery of CPD, and we strongly encourage all our associates to continually develop their skills and knowledge. We employ over 250 associates working as part of an outstanding multi-disciplinary team led by internationally renowned Specialists. Our service teams include Orthopaedics, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine, Clinical Nutrition, Oncology, Soft Tissue Surgery, Cardiology, Dermatology, Emergency and Critical Care, Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Diagnostic Imaging and Physiotherapy.

Benefits

• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• 5 weeks holiday plus birthday leave

• BVNA membership paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes

• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme
• Wellness program including:

• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab

• Cycle to work scheme

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Program which is available for everyone.

If you would like to apply for the role or for an informal chat to discuss it further, please get in touch with our Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Rebecca at [e-mail]