Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized veterinary clinic in Portsmouth is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their dedicated team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for feline care and at least three years of experience, although recent graduates will also be considered. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including 6.6 weeks annual leave, private medical insurance, and a personal development allowance.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Research funding opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience preferred.
• Must be kind and motivated.
• Ability to work on own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best care to feline patients.
• Work with a supportive team.
• Ensure a cat-friendly approach.

Skills

Passion for cats

Cat-friendly approach

Teamwork

Professionalism

Job description

We are looking for a feline friendly Registered Veterinary nurse to join our small team for our cat-only clinic in Southsea, Portsmouth.

We are a RCVS Practice Standards registered clinic, as well as holding an ISFM Silver Level accreditation. Our caring and supportive team is made up of: two full-time vets, a full time RVN, three part time RVNs, two receptionists and a practice manager. We are well equipped with digital x-rays, including for dentistry, ultrasound, doppler, capnograph and k-laser. We pride ourselves on giving the best care to our patients, and the whole team strongly believe in doing the best by our patients and clients.

Only 7 miles from the Portsmouth Coastline, the clinic sits amongst a busy high street of pubs, restaurants and various entertainment establishments.

What we are looking for

Our ideal candidate must have a passion for cats, always working with a cat-friendly approach; must always strive to give the best possible care, be professional, kind and motivated to work as part of the team, as well as on their own initiative.

Ideally, you will have a minimum of three years' experience, though we are happy to consider a more recent graduate.

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

*6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

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 pro rata

*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 £30,000 pa DOE