We are recruiting a permanent registered Veterinary Nurse to join a practice in Byfleet Surrey.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week with a 1:3 weekend rota. There is no OOH.

The practice is located just outside of Byfleet in the countryside and is within a 20-minute walking distance from the town centre.

This is an established purpose-built practice offering fantastic diagnostic facilities such as Digital X-RAY, ECG, Doppler, Capnograph, Dental, in house laboratory, ultrasound and laser therapy.

They comprise of a team of 2 Vets, 3 RVNS, 1 SVN and support staff. Two of the RVNS have feline medicine certificates and one other nurse is currently studying towards a certificate so this is actively encouraged and supported should the RVN wish to pursue a post graduate qualification. The practice has a fantastic local reputation due to its delivery of high standard veterinary care.

Who are they looking for

The practice is looking for a qualified nurse or perhaps a nurse who is recently qualified due to the level of support available. They must have solid nursing skills and enjoy a wide variety of duties. The role involves all aspects of general nursing with support available towards areas of special interest. They must have excellent client facing skills, be able to work well as part of a team and have a passion for animal welfare.

They must have a caring and approachable attitude and where necessary provide support and training to others.

Key Details:

• Type: Small Animal
• Hours: Monday - Friday 40 hours per week
• Weekends: Weekend rota
• OOH: None
• Sole Charge: None
• Computer System: RX Works
• Consultations: 10 Minutes
• Team: 2 Vet, 3 RVNS, 1 SVN and support staff

About Them:

• Bright and spacious practice with air conditioning and all modern facilities
• Progressive forward-thinking practice
• State of the art diagnostic facilities
• Supportive and friendly practice
• Highly experienced team of Vets and Nurses
• CPD is actively encouraged and supported
• Offers excellent career development opportunities
• Excellent reputation within the community
• Is passionate about delivering a high standard of clinical care
• Onsite parking available and within walking distance of transport links

About You:

• You will have excellent all-round nursing skills.
• You will be qualified or recently qualified
• You will work to deliver a high standard of clinical care and have a can-do attitude!
• You will have a motivated and passionate attitude
• You will be keen to develop an area of special interest
• You will be willing to go the extra mile within your duties
• You will have strong organisational skills
• You will have a genuine passion for animal welfare including preventative healthcare
• You will have excellent communications skills and be able to develop working relationships with clients and fellow members of staff

Facilities:

The practice offers a huge range of veterinary facilities and services including

• Emergency cover
• Operating Theatre
• Digital X-Ray
• Isolation Unit
• Ultrasound
• Doppler
• ECG
• Laser Therapy
• Blood Pressure Monitor
• Ultrasound
• Biochemistry
• Haematology
• Electrolyte
• In-house Laboratory
• Pet Passport
• Hospital Ward
• Dentistry

Package:

• Salary: 21,000 - 24,000 pro rata
• Holiday allowance: 5 Weeks and Birthday off
• Pension: Contributory pension scheme available
• CPD: Additional training is actively encouraged - CPD support / funding of certificates for the right candidates - Negotiable
• Rewards: Exclusive colleague rewards including discounts with high street retailers and restaurants
• Memberships: Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS)
• Uniform: Branded uniform provided
• Discounts: Discounted veterinary care for your pets
• Other: Excellent career opportunities and development due to the varied case load
• More benefits available

Must haves:

RCVS registered and qualified

Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Excellent communication skills

1 years' post-grad UK experience

What happens next?

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your latest CV.

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