Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Inglis Vets Hospital, Dunfermline; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Dunfermline is seeking a part-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their team. The role involves providing varied nursing care and collaborating with a supportive group of professionals. Successful candidates will enjoy a salary of up to £21,750 along with comprehensive benefits including annual leave, private medical insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave (pro rata)

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance with paid development hours

Gym membership discounts

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Must thrive in a large, busy team environment.
• Dedicated to maintaining high clinical standards.
• Excellent patient and client care skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care across all areas of practice.
• Work with a supportive team and contribute to patient care.
• Participate in continuous learning and development.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Proactivity

Education

Qualified RVN

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our busy, well-equipped hospital in Dunfermline.

This is a varied role that will give you the chance to develop your skills across all areas of nursing, while working alongside a large, supportive team of dedicated professionals.

About Us

Inglis Veterinary Hospital is a long-established and progressive practice with 8 branches across Fife and Central Scotland. We are dedicated to providing outstanding patient and client care, and we run our own out-of-hours service. Our Cowdenbeath branch is proud to be a clinical training centre for RDSVS vet students.

Across our sites, we have excellent facilities including digital x-ray, advanced ultrasound, multiparameter monitoring, capnography, a full suite of laparoscopic and endoscopic equipment, cat-only waiting and consult rooms, and fully equipped laboratories.

Our Team and Culture

Our hospital team is made up of around 100 employees, including over 30 Registered Veterinary Nurses, supported by visiting specialists in orthopaedics, ophthalmology, and dermatology. We are passionate about development, with many of our vets and nurses currently studying for certificates. You’ll be joining a vibrant, hardworking, and supportive team where collaboration and continuous learning are at the heart of what we do.

Working Hours

You will work 28 hours per week, spread across 3 days, with shifts between 7:30am and 7:00pm Monday to Friday on a rotational basis. You will also contribute to a fair 1 in 6 weekend rota, with stand-down time, and there is only a very occasional requirement for out-of-hours cover thanks to our dedicated Night Nurse team.

Applicant Requirements

We are seeking a qualified RVN who will thrive in a large, busy team environment. You will be flexible, proactive, and dedicated to maintaining high clinical standards while delivering excellent patient and client care. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Because Our People Matter

We know that our people are fundamental to our success. Alongside a salary of up to £21,750 DOE, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

• 6.8 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours 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 hundreds of retailers
• Pension - 5% Employee / 3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care
• Up to £21,750 per annum based on part-time hours