Registered Veterinary Nurse - Orthopaedics

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in the UK seeks a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team in Taverham, Norwich. The role involves supporting orthopaedic procedures, rotating between first-opinion and advanced roles. Ideal candidates will have strong practical skills and an interest in orthopaedics. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £28,000, extensive leave, and development opportunities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

Employee reward gateway with discounts

Qualifications

• Looking for a qualified RVN with interest in orthopaedics.
• Experience in a referral hospital preferred, support and development provided.

Responsibilities

• Support orthopaedic procedures and manage surgical prep.
• Rotate between first-opinion and orthopaedic duties.
• Aid in performing x-rays and CTs.

Skills

Strong practical skills

Collaborative attitude

Interest in orthopaedics

Education

Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse

Job description

Overview

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Orthopaedics – Taverham Vets, Norwich. Full-time, 38.5 hours per week. Up to £28,000 DOE.

Role Details

Taverham Veterinary Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our large and supportive team. This role will work alongside our Lead Orthopaedic Nurse, providing hands-on support and helping deliver excellent orthopaedic care. You'll have the opportunity to rotate between first-opinion work and advanced practitioner-led, gaining experience across a wide variety of cases.

• Rotate between first-opinion and orthopaedic work
• Support orthopaedic procedures with kit ordering, booking, surgical prep, anaesthesia, and scrubbing in
• Perform x-rays and CTs as part of the orthopaedic team
• Contribute to the smooth running of the practice alongside a large, experienced vet and nursing team

Work Schedule

• 4 day week, 38.5 hours per week
• 1 in 8 full weekends (Saturday/Sunday 8am-6.20pm)
• 1 in 8 short weekends (Saturday or Sunday 9am-3pm)
• Full-time role with all own out-of-hours care supported by a dedicated night team taking transfers/overnight cases

About the Practice

Taverham Veterinary Hospital is a large, first-opinion practice undertaking both first-opinion and referral work. We have a wide range of specialist clinicians, including several certificate-holding ECC clinicians. Our dedicated night team ensures excellent out-of-hours care for transfers and overnight cases from surrounding practices.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a qualified and enthusiastic RVN with a keen interest in orthopaedics. Ideally you will have strong practical skills, a collaborative attitude, and a commitment to delivering high standards of patient care. Previous experience in a referral hospital is preferred but not essential; support and development will be provided.

Because Our People Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our practice. Investing in our team, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary up to £28,000 DOE, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

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

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid
• 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 hundreds of retailers
• Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care