Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Alexander Veterinary Centre; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A small animal practice in the Lake District is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to provide inpatient care, assist in labs, and run clinics. This is a full-time role with a supportive work-life balance, competitive salary, and generous benefits including annual leave and private medical insurance. Ideal for those passionate about animal care in a modern facility.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Discounted gym membership

£2500 relocation allowance

Up to £30,000 salary

Qualifications

• Experience in running nurse clinics.
• Ability to assist with lab work.
• Commitment to providing high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Run nurse clinics and provide inpatient care.
• Assist with diagnostic imaging and lab work.
• Monitor anaesthesia during procedures.

Skills

Confident and dedicated

Inpatient care

Diagnostic imaging

Monitoring anaesthesia

Tools

Digital x-ray

Ultrasound

Laser therapy equipment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a confident and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Alexander Vets. In this role, you will be responsible for running nurse clinics, providing inpatient care, assisting with lab work, performing diagnostic imaging, and monitoring anaesthesia, as well as contributing to the daily operation of the practice.

About Alexander Vets

Located on the outskirts of the stunning Lake District, Alexander Vets offers a prime location for outdoor enthusiasts, with easy access to hiking, water sports, and adventure activities. We are a well-established small animal practice committed to providing the highest standards of care. Our recent practice refurbishment has resulted in a modern, well-equipped space, featuring digital x-ray, ultrasound, laser therapy, and in-house blood facilities. We pride ourselves on our loyal client base, which allows us to offer comprehensive case workups.

Role and Schedule

This is a full-time role, working 4 days per week, with shifts between 8:45am and 6:15pm, plus one half-day (8:30am-12:30pm) each week. There is a 1 in 4 Saturday shift from 9:00am to 12:00pm. No on-call or out-of-hours work is required. We are also happy to consider part-time applicants.

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

• Work-life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement 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, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave 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
• Up to £2500 relocation allowance
• Up to £2500 welcome bonus
• Up to £30,000 DOE