Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Loanhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Veterinary Nurse to join their dynamic team in Loanhead. This diverse role involves consulting, surgery, and inpatient care within a supportive environment that values growth and camaraderie. With a focus on exceptional client and patient care, you will have opportunities for professional development and a balanced work-life schedule. The practice is well-equipped with modern facilities and offers a variety of cases, ensuring a fulfilling career. If you are dedicated to making a difference in veterinary care, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

£550 CPD allowance

Certificate support

Discounted staff pet care

Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer

Birthday as a paid day off

Pawsome Benefits - discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Degree in Veterinary Nursing is essential for this role.
• Experience in surgery and diagnostics is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional veterinary care and support to clients and patients.
• Conduct surgeries and diagnostics as part of a dedicated team.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Surgery

Diagnostics

Inpatient Care

Client Care

Education

Degree in Veterinary Nursing

Tools

In-house Blood Analysers

Dental Radiography

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Multi-parameter Monitoring

Job description

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our team at ICR Vets. If you are passionate about veterinary care and enjoy making a difference, we would love for you to be a part of our team!

Find your Future

This diverse role involves a mix of consulting, surgery, diagnostics, and inpatient care. While primarily based at our RCVS accredited hospital in Loanhead, occasional branch work is also involved. We seek an enthusiastic, hard-working individual who integrates seamlessly with our team and is passionate about delivering exceptional client and patient care.

Join a Dedicated Team

At ICR Vets, we have a dedicated team that strives to provide compassionate care to our clients while continually developing and growing our own skills. Our team consists of 21 vets, 26 RVNs, as well as full support from VCAs, receptionists, and admin staff. We place great importance on creating a supportive, happy, and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

We foster an atmosphere of growth and camaraderie, with regular team gatherings focusing on clinical improvement, wellbeing, and socialising. Additionally, we have an annual ‘Away Day' to celebrate the success and contributions of our team.

About ICR Vets

ICR Vets is a progressive small animal practice with four branches located on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Our RCVS-accredited hospital in Loanhead provides 24-hour emergency and inpatient care. We offer a varied caseload, from routine surgeries and dentistry to more advanced procedures and diagnostics.

Our hospital is fully equipped with in-house blood analysers, dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, and multi-parameter monitoring. We are proud to offer laparoscopic surgery as standard and provide training for new staff.

Our team includes several certificate holders with special interests in ECC, internal medicine, surgery, dermatology, cardiology, behaviour, physiotherapy, and chronic pain. We also offer advanced services such as orthopaedics, BOAS surgery, and chemotherapy, keeping complex cases in-house whenever possible.

Rota pattern

Ideally, we are looking for someone to take on a full-time position typically involving a four-day work week. We are proud to operate our own out-of-hours service, with the rota including a share of weekends (1:12) and night shifts (1:18). We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it easy for you to strike the right balance. If you have an ideal pattern in mind, we are happy to discuss this.

Because our people 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

1. 6.8 weeks annual leave
2. Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
3. Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

1. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
2. Private Medical Insurance
3. Cycle to Work scheme
4. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
5. Non-accidental injury support

Development

1. £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
7. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. VDS cover
2. RCVS fees

Additional

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

ICR Vets, Loanhead

44 Fountain Place, Loanhead, EH20 9DU, United Kingdom

Animals treated: Small animals

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