Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Market Veterinary Centre, South Molton; South Molton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in South Molton is seeking a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse for a full-time position providing excellent patient care. The ideal candidate will work 37.5 hours weekly, engaging in theatre duties, inpatient care, and nurse consultations. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual leave, professional development opportunities, and enhanced family-friendly policies.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Enhanced private medical insurance

£550 CPD allowance

Professional memberships covered

Pawsome benefits

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification is essential.
• Experience in inpatient care and theatre duties preferred.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient care and perform theatre duties.
• Conduct nurse consultations and utilise Schedule 3 procedures.

Skills

Proactive approach

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Patient welfare passion

Education

Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification

Job description

Are you a passionate and proactive Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a new opportunity in a supportive and progressive environment? Market Vets in beautiful North Devon is seeking a dedicated RVN to join our friendly team on a maternity cover basis.

Your New Role involves:

• Inpatient care
• Theatre duties
• Nurse consultations

We actively encourage our RVNs to fully utilise their skills, including Schedule 3 procedures, and take pride in developing individual areas of interest.

About Us

Market Vets is a well-established, two-site mixed practice located in beautiful North Devon, just a short drive from Exmoor National Park and the stunning North Devon beaches. Our practices are modern and well-equipped, offering in-house diagnostics, digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, and therapeutic laser, which is regularly used in nurse-led clinics.

Our Team & Culture

Across our two sites, we are proud of the welcoming and inclusive culture we've built. Our team includes 14 vets, 12 RVNs, 3 student nurses, and 11 admin and support staff. Several of our vets hold certificates in areas such as surgery and exotics, and our nursing team includes individuals qualified in anaesthesia, feline nursing, and exotic care.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for an RVN who is proactive, approachable, and enthusiastic about providing the best possible care to patients and clients alike. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently, while also thriving in a team setting. Excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, and a passion for patient welfare are essential.

Working Hours

This is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week. Weekday shifts are on a rota basis, with start times from 8:00am and the latest finish at 6:15pm. The current rota includes working 1 in 7 Saturdays, from 8:30am to 5:00pm, with time off in lieu during the same week.

You’ll also be part of our second on-call rota, providing cover from 6:00pm to 7:00pm approximately once every 7 weeks. This includes a paid retainer, a call-out fee, and an enhanced rate of 1.5x hourly pay for any time worked on-site.

Benefits

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, and additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Wellbeing: Enhanced family-friendly policies, Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to Work scheme, and initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Development: £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro rata, Certificate Support, and learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Professional Memberships: VDS cover and RCVS fees
• Additional: Pawsome Benefits, pension, discounted staff pet care, and up to £28,977 per annum