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Registered Veterinary Nurse

Employer
1066 Veterinary Centre
Location
St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex
Salary
Salary up to £24,000 per annum depending on experience.
Closing date
16 Feb 2022

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Job Details

The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join us at 1066 Veterinary Centre! The role involves all aspects of first opinion Veterinary Nursing, including theatre work, dentistry, in-patient care, nurse clinics, dispensary and a small amount of reception work. We aim to provide you with a varied working day with maximum exposure. Responsibilities will include stock management, health and safety and a great opportunity to gain experience with assisting student nurse training.

With are lucky enough to be flexible with the working day, as a result, shift patterns are variable and can be 8 hours for 5 days a week or 10 hours for four days a week, plus a Saturday morning on a roster. There are no out-of-hours, on-call or bank holiday cover requirements, providing a great work-life balance.
Salary
The salary for the role is up to £24,000 per annum depending on experience.

About Us
We are a small but busy practice located in St. Leonards-on Sea. We have a digital x-ray, ultrasound, dedicated theatre suite and separate kennels and cattery. We have a full team of registered veterinary nurses, student veterinary nurses and receptionists, several of who have been with the practice for many years. We opened in 2009 and have grown rapidly through recommendations from clients.

We are close to the sea, with its long promenade, and the local town has many historic sites, outdoor activities and a variety of restaurants. There is a thriving arts scene and several festivals are held each year, including seafood and wine, Jack in the Green, bonfire night and the annual Mayday bike run for thousands of motorbikes who descend on the town. We work with a couple of local charities and are part of the RSPCA Neutering Scheme for cats and bull-breeds.

About the Team and Culture
We currently have 3 Veterinary surgeons, 1 who is a cardiology certificate holder. 4 registered veterinary nurses, 1 student nurse and 3 support team members. We have a supportive and encouraging family-like culture at 1066 Veterinary Centre. We aim to highlight individual interests and provide as much opportunity for you to gain exposure to this during practice.

Applicant Requirements
We are looking for an experienced, qualified RVN to help with the day-to-day running of the practice. Candidates must be confident with their nursing skills and able to use their initiative as well as be part of a team. Leadership skills are desirable as well as the ability to multi-task or adapt to sudden changes.

Benefits - Subject to Pro Rata:
•    Increasing holiday based on length of service
•    CPD paid days and allowance
•    L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
•    Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
•    Birthday leave
•    RCVS Membership paid
•    VDS cover
•    Discounted veterinary fees
•    Various discounts including retail & gym memberships
•    Cycle to Work scheme
•    Service-related company sick pay
•    Initiatives focussed on employee wellbeing
•    Relocation packages
•    Career progression opportunities

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.

Please quote BH4664 when applying for this role.

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Company

Our surgery first opened in May 2009, with just one vet and one nurse and we have grown rapidly, now employing three vets and an ever-expanding team of dedicated and qualified nurses, trainee nurses and receptionists. We strive to deliver a gold standard service to all our clients and their pets who we believe deserve the very best of care.

Company info
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Location
201 Battle Road
St Leonards-on-sea
East Sussex
TN37 7AJ
United Kingdom

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