Registered Veterinary Nurse

The Role

We are looking for Registered Veterinary Nurse with some post qualification experience to join our friendly team! We pride ourselves on offering our nursing team a varied working day with as much clinical exposure as possible. We are able to say with our low staff turnover that we really do care for our team!

The role involves general Vet nursing duties which include admitting patients for procedures, blood sampling, IV catheterisation, anaesthetic monitoring, assisting with surgery, patient clinics, as well as some reception work and cleaning. There is scope to expand the nursing clinics if this is a keen interest of yours.

The rota runs over 4 full weekdays, please see detailed shift below:

Monday - 8:30am until 18:30pm (1hr lunch)
Tuesday 8:30am until 16:00pm (1hr lunch)
Wednesday - 8:30am until 18:30pm (1hr lunch)
Thursday - OFF
Friday - 8:30am until 18:30pm (1hr lunch)

Salary

Salary for the role is up to £30,000 per annum depending on experience.

About Us

Family-run, friendly, and well-equipped working environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff, and RCVS accreditation (core standards). We have many insured clients and are located in the affluent commuter belt, close to the mainline to Guildford and London Waterloo. Excellent referral centres nearby. Equipment includes a digital x-ray processor, IDEXX Catalyst & Procyte, a high spec ultrasound scanner and dental equipment, and a range of other equipment that would be expected in a progressive Small Animal general practice.

About the Team and Culture

At our Godalming branch, we have 6 Veterinary surgeons, all working a specific shift pattern. Alongside them, we have a team made up of 5 qualified RVN's and 1 soon-to-be qualified SVN. Plus, an amazing receptionist to offer general support throughout the day. We utilise the nurses within every aspect of the day-to-day running of the surgery and work as a team to make this happen. We have an encouraging and supportive culture in place at Waverley Vets, offering professional development in a brilliant working environment. Further study is funded by us and opportunity for this is provided to all.

Applicant Requirements

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary nurse with some post-qualification experience due to the needs of the role. We are seeking an RVN who values working as part of a team, as this is an essential aspect of the job due to the ethos we have in practice. A positive and enthusiastic outlook to match our existing team, as well as an excellent bedside manner, is what we will be seeking from our new RVN.

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 and quote reference BH5173. 

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