Oncology Registered Veterinary Nurse

Willows Veterinary Centre & Referral Service; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary center is seeking an Oncology Registered Veterinary Nurse. This full-time role involves coordinating the oncology team and ensuring high standards of care for patients. The ideal candidate should have at least one year of post-qualification experience and a commitment to providing excellent client care. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered.

Benefits

5 weeks of holiday plus birthday leave

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Career progression opportunities

Enhanced sickness pay

Employer contribution pension scheme

Employee assistance program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of post-qualification experience as an RVN.
• Commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards.
• Ability to work closely with a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the oncology team and manage their cases.
• Assist with internal medical cases as needed.
• Maintain hygiene and equipment standards.
• Ensure efficient case throughput across the hospital.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Client care

Team coordination

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Oncology Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location: Willows Referrals

Job Type: Permanent, Full time

Salary: Starting from £28,000, depending on experience

BE PART OF ONE OF THE UK'S LEADING SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARY CENTRES!

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• Act as a coordinator for the oncology team and their cases within the clinic.
• Assist with internal medical cases where oncology caseload allows.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, equipment care, and stock control; ensure rotation of stock where appropriate.
• Work closely with other personnel to ensure efficient case throughput across the hospital.

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]