Senior Orthopaedic Veterinary Nurse

IVC Evidensia; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 6.6 weeks

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance

RCVS fees covered

Pension scheme

Discounted veterinary care

Job summary

Hamilton Specialist Referrals is seeking a Senior Orthopaedic Veterinary Nurse to lead the Orthopaedic Nursing Department and uphold high standards of patient care.

You will collaborate with veterinary surgeons and the wider team to ensure excellent patient and client care, while guiding and supporting the nursing staff in daily operations and best practices.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS.
• Significant experience in clinical practice with strong medical and surgical nursing skills.
• Experience and aptitude for mentoring or coaching colleagues.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive approach to quality improvement, learning and professional development.
• Extensive knowledge in orthopaedic nursing.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the workflow coordinator across procedure areas, ensuring efficient service delivery and optimal patient flow.
• Lead by example, maintaining high standards of nursing care and operational efficiency.
• Support the Clinical Team Leader (CTL) in the day-to-day leadership and organisation of the nursing team.
• Mentor and develop team members, identifying training needs and fostering a positive learning culture.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department to enhance patient care, team performance, and operational effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organization

Orthopaedic nursing

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are seeking a confident, knowledgeable Senior Orthopaedic Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Hamilton Specialist Referrals on a full-time basis.

Hamilton Specialist Referrals was born of the belief that there is room for a new wave of veterinary excellence across the UK. There is a strong focus on providing a personal and reassuring client experience from first contact through to discharge. Excellent clinical care delivered in a friendly and supportive manner to referring vets is paramount to the team. The hospital is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and offers the most advanced treatment options for orthopaedic, neurology, soft tissue, and internal medicine cases. We have a dedicated Imaging suite, which includes a 16-slice CT scanner, a 1.5 Tesla MRI, fluoroscopy, and separate radiography and ultrasound rooms.

Our core ethos here at HSR is based on the appreciation of our staff. Curating and developing a friendly, close-knit team is a central part of our working environment. Further qualifications and certificates are encouraged and fully supported as we feel strongly about our employees' right to enjoy work and develop rewarding careers. We have a dedicated team of Specialists, Referral clinicians, RVNs and Support teams.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Senior Orthopaedic Veterinary Nurse, you will set the standard for excellence within the Orthopaedic Nursing Department, promoting high-quality patient care and clinical best practice.

You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team to support excellent patient and client care. You'll also act as a source of guidance for the nursing team and contribute to maintaining and improving clinical standards, workflows and patient outcomes.

Working Pattern

• 40 hours per week
• 4 days per week working 9.25-hour shifts plus a 30-minute unpaid break
• 1:6 weekends working 2 x 9-hour shifts plus an unpaid 30-minute break
• Bank holiday cover on a rota (normally 2 shifts a year)

General Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the workflow coordinator across procedure areas, ensuring efficient service delivery and optimal patient flow
• Lead by example, maintaining high standards of nursing care and operational efficiency
• Support the Clinical Team Leader (CTL) in the day-to-day leadership and organisation of the nursing team
• Mentor and develop team members, identifying training needs and fostering a positive learning culture
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the department to enhance patient care, team performance, and operational effectiveness

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

You are an experienced and confident Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys supporting others and leading by example. You’ll bring:

• Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
• Significant experience in clinical practice with strong medical and surgical nursing skills
• Experience and aptitude for supporting, mentoring or coaching colleagues
• Strong communication and organisational skillsA proactive approach to quality improvement, learning and professional development
• Extensive knowledge in orthopaedic nursing

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• A senior nursing role with opportunities to influence clinical standards and ways of working
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into leadership or specialist nursing roles
• Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
• £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
• RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Pension scheme
• Discounted veterinary care
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world‑class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £0 a year

Up to £37,500 DOE

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