Permanent Head Veterinary Nurse (VETSEEK-3447)
Edinburgh, Midlothian
Permanent
Veterinary Nurse
£25,000-£28,000
Full time / Permanent
Job description
We are working with a busy small animal veterinary practice in East Edinburgh who are currently recruiting for veterinary nurse to join them in a Head Veterinary Nurse role. You will need to have good all round nursing skills and previous experience working as an RVN in a UK practice, ideally with management/senior experience however this is not essential.
The position involves working on average 40 hours per week, with time off in lieu provided when working more. They require all nurses to be involved on the 1 in 3 weekend rota and there is no requirement to work out of hours/evenings.
Key Details:
Type: Small animal only
Hours: 40 hours per week, working shifts between 9:00am and 6:30pm
Weekends: 1 in 3 weekends, Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm
Branch work: None required, 1 practice online
OOH: None required - all outsourced
About the practice:
This is a growing and thriving practice and have a caring team of people who are passionate about the pets that they treat and offer high quality affordable veterinary care to all customers without ever compromising on standards. They are a progressive forward-thinking practice and their value all team members and actively encourage and support career progression and development. This practice has a wide range of facilities including digital X-ray, dental X-ray, new ultrasound, lab equipment, ECG, endoscopes and many more.
They are looking to take on the right people who fit in with the practice ethos, cultures and believes.
The Person:
You will need to be confident, passionate, and proactive in your daily work. Although skills set is important, they are focused on finding the right type of people who fit in with the practice and the style of working. You will need to be responsible for yourself and your own actions and have a clear drive and desire to improve where possible.
The Package:
Salary from 25,000-28,000 per annum
CPD Allowance and encouraged to develop
4 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
BVNA Membership
Workplace pension scheme
Onsite free parking
Staff discount scheme
Must have:
Valid RCVS registration
The right to work in the United Kingdom
Excellent customer service and communication skills
3 years qualified veterinary nurse experience
What happens next?
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your latest CV. Alternatively, contact us to find out more details or to have a confidential discussion about this or other opportunities.
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