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Student Veterinary Nurse

Employer
Portland House Vets, Retford
Location
Retford, Nottinghamshire
Salary
Salary up to £17,500 depending on experience.
Closing date
22 Jun 2022

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Job Details

The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a student veterinary nurse to join our team at Portland House Vets, Retford. We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic individual who is keen to develop their career in a busy veterinary practice.

The main responsibilities will include;
• Nurse clinics
• Consult nursing
• Theatre nursing
• Inpatient care
• Assisting with imaging using radiography and ultrasound;
• Completing laboratory samples
• Monitoring anaesthetics
• Dispensing medicines
• Dealing with the clients both on the phone, by e-mail and face-to -face
• Reception work
• Stock ordering and control
• Social media content.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) position with weekend and out of hours work.

Working hours are detailed below;
• Shifts hours are 8.00am-4.30pm, 8.30am-5.00pm, 9.00am-5.30pm and 9.30am-6.00pm
• Night shift hours are 6pm-8am
• Saturday mornings are 2 in 6 (8.00am-12pm Saturday)
• Out of hours weekends are 1 in 6 (8am Saturday - 8am Monday)
• Days off are given in return for Saturday mornings worked the following week

The salary for this role is up to £17,500 depending on experience.

About Us
Portland House Veterinary Group has been working in partnership with clients in and around the Retford area in one form or another for over 50 years. Our main practice is located in central Retford and from there we provide services for farm and small animal clients as well as wildlife parks and equine clients. We are dedicated to providing excellent patient, client and employee care. We are well equipped with an ultrasound with Doppler and ECG, digital DR x-ray, video endoscopy and full internal lab.

About the Team and Culture
Across the group and our 4 practices we have 40 members of staff including; 16 vets including 2 certificate holders, 15 registered/student veterinary nurses and animal care assistants, with experience ranging from new graduates to 35 years, and a fantastic team of support staff. We pride ourselves in being a friendly and welcoming team with a supportive environment. The team regularly attend social events together and have multiple annual gatherings for all practices in the group.

Applicant Requirements
The successful candidate would be a 1st or 2nd year student veterinary nurse. Due to the nature of our work some shifts will include lone working and whilst experience is not essential, we would like the candidate to be comfortable caring for in-patients on their own. 5 GCSEs grade A-C or 9-4 or above including Maths, English and Science are required.

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
•    Free flu jabs

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 BH4508 when applying for this role.

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Company

Portland House Vets has been working in partnership with clients in Retford in one form or another for over 50 years, servicing the needs of your companion pets, horses and farmed livestock. Our team work hard to offer a caring and progressive service with the aim of providing your animals with the best possible care and a long and healthy life.  

Company info
Telephone
01777 703663
Location
53 Churchgate
Retford
Nottinghamshire
DN22 6PA
United Kingdom

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