Veterinary Nurse

Closing Date - Saturday 31 August 2019

Are you looking for a Vet Nurse role with a difference? Dogs Trust are hiring!

Dogs Trust is the largest dog welfare charity in the UK with a nationwide network of rehoming centres and charity shops. Last year, Dogs Trust centres cared for approximately 15,000 dogs; we never put a healthy dog down.

Our rehoming centres boast modern surgical suites for the neutering of dogs and minor operations prior to adoption. In this busy and varied role, you will work closely with the Dogs Trust rehoming centre team and the centre Veterinary Surgeon, getting involved in all aspects of surgery, assisting with consultations, maintaining clinical protocols, monitoring our recovery kennels and being a point of contact regarding veterinary assistance for the whole centre team, helping to coordinate the running of the vet suite. 

Are you interested? To be successful in this role you will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse with an appreciation of handling dogs using positive reinforcement techniques. Experience of working in a rehoming/charity establishment would be desirable. An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills, you should be motivated by the aims and objectives of Dogs Trust and you will display empathy and understanding towards both dogs and people whilst being committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care and customer service. 

You will also need a full UK driving licence. Benefits include pension and 23 days holiday pro-rata. 

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Our application process requires you submit a CV and a cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role.