Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive veterinary practice in the UK is seeking a motivated Veterinary Nurse to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience and is RCVS registered. Responsibilities include providing high-quality clinical care and maintaining an efficient clinic. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum along with generous benefits such as 6.6 weeks annual leave, CPD allowance, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

CPD allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in small animal practice.
• RCVS registered veterinary nurse.
• Ability to deliver excellent clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care and client experience.
• Work as part of a team with vets and nurses.
• Perform surgical and nursing duties.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical care

Client service

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Overview

Looking to work in a friendly, progressive, small animal practice in an area of outstanding natural beauty? Crossways is based at the edge of the South Downs National Park on the south coast of England, a short distance from Brighton and within easy reach of London. Crossways has an excellent reputation for providing the highest quality personalised care for clients and their pets. A generous welcome bonus of up to £2,000, plus relocation assistance for eligible candidates, is offered.

The role

To be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing high-quality clinical care to all pets. You will provide an outstanding client experience and help to create and maintain an efficient clinic. You will be working as part of a team with 8 other RVN’s, 1 SVN and 5 Vets. The role includes a blend of surgical, kennels and nurse clinic duties.

Working hours

The full-time shift pattern is 35/37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:00 - 18:30 with a share of Saturday mornings only (about 1 in 4) and time given back in lieu. There is no out of hours requirement. Our shift patterns are flexible and part-time hours will be subject to discussion.

About the team

Our team has varied interests, with some team members undergoing further training by certificates or being certificate holders. Facilities include laser, laparoscopy, ultrasound, dental X-ray, digital X-ray, in-house laboratory equipment and full soft tissue and orthopaedic equipment. We are adding to our nursing team and are looking for a Full-time or Part-Time Veterinary Nurse to join our fantastic team of nurses and dedicated staff.

What we are looking for

A motivated veterinary nurse with at least one year's experience in small animal practice, who is RCVS registered and can quickly become a valued member of our friendly team. Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a passion for delivering excellent clinical care and outstanding client service are essential.

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 £32,000 pa DOE (based on a 40 hour week), you will benefit from:

• Work-life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave

• 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
• 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