Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal FTC

Kernow Vet Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable veterinary group in Birmingham is seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves nursing duties primarily at the Northfield site while also supporting branch practices. Ideal candidates will have experience in nursing and a passion for animal care, with a flexible work-life balance that accommodates various shifts. The position offers competitive pay, CPD allowances, and excellent work-life benefits.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

24/7 confidential helpline

Enhanced family-friendly policies

CPD allowance

Qualifications

• Varied experience in all aspects of nursing.
• Friendly, hardworking, and personable.
• Ability to work between Northfield and branch practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all general nursing duties including inpatients and theatre practice.
• Assist with pricing of procedures and supporting new grad vets.
• Consulting, patient admits and discharges, and triaging patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Attention to detail

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal FTC

We are looking for a hardworking and enthusiastic RVN to work alongside our large team of Vets, Nurses, Student Nurses, Veterinary Auxiliaries and Receptionists. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC). The role will include all aspects of nursing. We are a 6 site small animal practice with two accredited hospitals. We have great transport links into Birmingham city centre and are lucky enough to have some beautiful rural areas nearby too such as Kinver, Clent Hills and the Lickey Hills. You’ll be mainly based at our Northfield site, however there will be occasions in which you’ll be required to cover at our other local branches.

Our ideal candidate will have varied experience in all aspects of nursing, friendly, empathetic, hardworking and personable Have a keen eye for detail Working between Northfield and our branch practices, you will carry out all general nursing duties to include, inpatients, theatre practice, basic laboratory tasks, consulting, patient admits and discharges, triaging patients and assisting with incoming calls. You will also assist with pricing of procedures, stock ration, ordering, supporting student nurses and new grad vets.

Work life balance that works for you

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that a good work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. Ideally, we’re looking for someone to cover a full time role by working 40 hours per week. Shifts will be varied between 07:00-19:30 Monday to Friday and 1:12 Saturday mornings.

About us

We have ultrasound, CT, K-laser, Endoscopy and laparoscopy and dental xray which allow us to offer a wide range of services to our clients. At our hospital, we have 3-5 vets working per day and certificate holders in multiple disciplines (surgery, medicine, cardiology, exotic species, ophthalmology and ECC). As a practice, we support various local charities, and this makes up some of our caseload.

Manor Vets is built up of 24 Veterinary Surgeons, 25 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 7 Student Veterinary Nurses, 9 Veterinary Auxiliaries, 17 Receptionists, 4 admin staff and a team of managers, each one a vital part of our team. We have certificate holders across our practices in various disciplines which allows us to keep a large and varied caseload in-house.

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, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

• £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
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Manor Vets, Northfield

29 Bunbury Road, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 2DR, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.