Job description
Posted on 27/07/2023
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Oakmount Veterinary Centre
Up to £29,000 DOE
Join our Passionate Veterinary Team!
Are you an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity? Look no further! We are seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to become a vital part of our team, focusing on nursing inpatients, surgical care, anaesthesia monitoring, consultations, and collaborating with our experienced companion animal and exotic surgeons.
Discover Our Realm of Excellence
Our hospital boasts separate dog, cat, isolation, and exotic wards, ensuring the best care for our furry and feathered patients. With three dedicated operating theatres and equipment like a digital X-ray machine, Laparoscopy unit, ECG, colour doppler ultrasound scanner, capnography, video endoscope, Tonopen, diathermy, and thermocautery, we stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine.Join the Powerhouse
Our close-knit team consists of 9 Vets, 12 Registered Nurses, 2 kennel assistants, 4 student nurses, and 9 support staff. Our nursing team proudly holds various certifications, including RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Zoological Medicine and diplomas in Feline Nursing, Medical Nursing, and Nursing Anaesthesia. We are also actively involved with local charities, making a positive impact on our community.Embrace the Extraordinary
At our hospital, we believe in continuous growth and development. We actively update our policies and procedures to stay at the forefront of evidence-based veterinary medicine. Here, you'll be encouraged to participate and contribute your ideas to shape the future of our practice.
The Perks
As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy a competitive salary of up to £29,000, tailored to your experience and expertise, along with some amazing benefits included below.Located near the picturesque Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, and vibrant Manchester, you'll have a plethora of options for leisure activities. Our hospital is conveniently accessible via excellent rail and motorway connections.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from –Work-life balance
- 6.6 weeks annual leave
- Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
- Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
- Non-accidental injury support
Development
- £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid 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
Additional
- Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
- Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
- Discounted staff pet care
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.
Ready to embark on an exciting journey with us? Leave the mundane behind and become part of a team that embraces challenges and celebrates successes!
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Marcus Alphonso from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.