Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their vibrant team. This full-time role involves working in a well-equipped RCVS-accredited practice, providing essential nursing support in theatre and during consultations. With a focus on professional development and employee wellbeing, the firm offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including extensive annual leave and a CPD allowance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate RVN to contribute to a team committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£550 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Qualified RVN with experience in surgery and nurse consultations.
• Knowledge of reception duties is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in theatre and nurse consultations while supporting the veterinary team.
• Provide medical nursing care for patients in kennels.

Skills

Veterinary Nursing

Surgery Assistance

Nurse Consultations

Reception Knowledge

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse Qualification

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Radiography

Dental X-ray

Job description

We are seeking a Full Time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team here at Midland Veterinary Surgery, Leyton. Your duties will include working in theatre, Nurse consults, medical nursing (kennels), and assisting the Head Nurse and Vets. Clinical Coach is desirable as we are a training practice. Reception knowledge will be required.

This is a full-time position 40 hours per week Monday - Friday, including a weekend rota working Saturdays from 8:00am to 2:30pm. The earliest start for shifts would be 7:45am, and the latest finish would be 7:30pm. There is no Sunday work and no OOH currently. We are happy to discuss part time hours and flexible working requests.

Our RCVS-accredited practice.

We are an RCVS-accredited SA practice in Leyton, East London (established in the 1970s). We are fully equipped with a laboratory suite, theatre, radiography, dental x-ray and 3 consulting rooms. We have a visiting ultrasonographer and certificate holder surgeon to help manage more complex cases.

Our dedicated team

Our team comprises RVNs, 2 care assistants, 5 vets (including 2 part-time Clinical Directors), a reception team and our Practice Manager. Our team are dedicated to delivering the best possible general practice veterinary care and service to patients and clients.

We are easily accessible from Essex and have excellent transport links into Central London.

We are seeking a friendly, hardworking, and enthusiastic RVN. You will already be qualified and ideally have experience with surgery and nurse consultations.

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 of up to £34,000, you will benefit from:

Work-life balance

1. 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

1. Private Medical Insurance
2. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
3. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
4. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

1. £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
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

Colleague Benefits

1. Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
2. Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
3. Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
4. Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
5. Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice