Registered Veterinary Nurse - Dentistry

British Veterinary Association; Haddington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their referral team in Haddington. The role offers a chance to work with a dedicated team in a unique clinical environment focusing on dental and oral surgery. With a commitment to high-quality patient care, you will enjoy a supportive atmosphere and excellent work-life balance with flexible hours and notable benefits.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance paid pro-rata

Discounted staff pet care

Five percent employee pension

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in dentistry and anaesthesia.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care.
• Openness to training and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced procedures including blood sampling and dental radiography.
• Assist in surgeries under the guidance of a Diplomate Anaesthetist.
• Ensure high standards of animal care during treatment.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Clinical skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly referral team at DentalVets, Haddington.

About the Role

As an RVN at DentalVets, you'll be hands-on with a wide range of advanced procedures. From blood sampling, complex anaesthesia, and dental radiography to charting, scaling and polishing, CBCT operation, and direct assistance during procedures, no two days are the same. Patient care remains at the heart of everything we do.

You'll be part of the only Specialist Dental and Oral Maxillofacial Referral Centre in Scotland, working alongside a passionate and experienced team. Under the guidance of our in-house Diplomate Anaesthetist, you'll have the opportunity to develop and refine your skills, gaining valuable experience in a truly unique clinical environment.

Who we are

DentalVets is a dedicated referral practice specialising in dentistry and oral surgery for dogs, cats, and zoo animals. Our main operating room features three fully equipped bays, each with a heated dental table, dental X-ray machine, processor, and patient monitoring equipment, allowing us to run multiple procedures simultaneously. We also have a dedicated sterile theatre for plating cases. Our growing team includes four vets, one anaesthetist, four RVNs, and three support staff.

Based in Haddington, East Lothian, we're located just a short drive from the coast and within easy reach of Edinburgh. Our patients travel from across Scotland and the north of England. We pride ourselves on being a supportive and welcoming team, and there's usually a friendly competition underway to keep spirits high and make the working day that bit more fun.

Qualities we seek

We're looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse with a genuine interest in dentistry and anaesthesia. Referral experience isn't essential - what matters most is a commitment to delivering high standards of patient care and a desire to be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

Working hours

At DentalVets we offer an attractive rota pattern for our RVNs - our role comprises 36hrs per week, working 4 days a week with a fixed day off. There are no weekends, on-call or OOHs with this role, enabling you to enjoy an excellent work-life balance.

Why Join Us?

Joining DentalVets means being part of a supportive, well-resourced environment that prioritises staff wellbeing. Alongside a competitive base salary of up to £16.34/hr DOE you will benefit from:

Work-life balance

• 6.8 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Additional annual leave for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• CPD allowance paid pro-rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care