Professional veterinary recruitment

We are recruiting a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a practice in Taunton Somerset for a fixed term contract to cover a Maternity leave. This will start in the summer of 2021. This is a part time role working 25 hours per week with a 1:3 weekend rota. There is some sole charge work involved which would be from 5.30pm - 7pm. There is no ooh.

The Nurse would be joining a team of 4 Vets, 3 Nurses and 1 ACA. The Vets collectively have a wealth of experience with one of them having a certificate in Medicine. There is also a supportive reception team.

The practice has recently been refurbished and is bright and modern and offers a wide range of veterinary services and facilities. The team pride themselves on teamwork and boast an excellent local reputation for veterinary care.

The practice support CPD and they would also support studies towards a certificate if the Nurse had an area of special interest. They also have a learning academy which the nurse will be able to benefit from. The role involves all aspects of general nursing and the nurse will embrace all duties that are required.

The are looking for an RVN with good all-round general nursing skills and someone who enjoys working closely within a team. They must be enthusiastic and passionate about heir work with a genuine passion for animal welfare and a driven and focused attitude.

Key Details:

• Type: Small Animal
• Hours: Monday - Friday
• Weekends: 1:3 weekends
• OOH: None
• Sole Charge: Some from 5.30pm - 7pm
• Computer System: RX Works
• Consultations: 15 - 30 minutes
• Team: 4 Vet, 3 Nurses, 1 VCA and reception team

About Them:

• Bright and spacious practice with air conditioning and all modern facilities
• Progressive forward-thinking practice
• Supportive and friendly practice
• Highly experienced team
• 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
• Provides Mental health and wellbeing support

About You:

• You will have excellent all-round nursing skills.
• You will demonstrate excellent organisational and decision-making skills
• You will be ambitious to continue your learning and development.
• 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
• Blood Pressure Monitor
• Ultrasound
• Biochemistry
• Haematology
• Electrolyte
• In-house Laboratory
• Pet Passport
• 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 allowance
• 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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