Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Overview

We have a rare opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team. The role will involve all general veterinary nursing duties including inpatients, surgery and consultations, across both of our sites.

About the practice

We have two clinics, located on either side of Crystal Palace, in South London with excellent transport links. Both sites offer the same great level of equipment and standard of care and have been established for over 50 years, making us a real part of the community. The clinics have digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasounds, endoscopy, multiparameter monitors, in house IDEXX lab machines that perform haematology, biochemistry, electrolytes, sedivue urinalysis. We also have a Tonopen, ECG, blood pressure monitors, pulse oximetry and basic orthopaedic kit.

Working environment

Join a supportive team. Our team is made up of our Head Nurse, Practice Manager and seven vets. Each clinic has a dedicated receptionist, along with veterinary care assistants to support the nursing team of five. We are a friendly team, working in a happy, positive, and supportive workplace and we value everyone’s contribution and are keen to always share knowledge across the team.

Responsibilities

• General veterinary nursing duties including care of inpatients, assistance with surgery and involvement in consultations
• Provide cover across two clinics as needed

Working hours

This is a full-time position with a shift pattern that includes a mix of early, mid, and late shifts, plus 1:5 Saturday (with time off in lieu). Typical shift hours vary between 8:00–17:00, 8:30–17:30, 9:00–18:00, and 10:15–19:15.

Salary and benefits

• Up to £38,000pa DOE
• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme (subject to eligibility)

Development and professional support

• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague benefits

• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Support for greener commuting with Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes
• Voluntary benefits: a range you can choose from
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Veterinary Services

London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

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