Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal PT

Kernow Vet Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in Plymouth is seeking a part-time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their newly expanded hospital. The role includes a variety of nursing duties in a supportive environment focused on gold standard care and professional development. Employees enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave, CPD opportunities, and a commitment to wellbeing and diversity.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

£550 CPD allowance with paid CPD leave

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification.
• Passion for animal care.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake nursing duties including surgical assistance and inpatient care.
• Participate in nurse clinics and emergency care.
• Contribute to the training culture of the practice.

Skills

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal PT

We are recruiting for our brand new Hospital.

This is an exciting time for an RVN to join our team as we expand into our new premises offering gold standard nursing care and developing referral level veterinary care to our clients.

Working hours/rota

This is a part-time position, offering 28 hours per week.

About us

With a total of 4 sites, Plymouth vets offers quality care for pets 24/7 with a team of 10 vets who are supported by a great team of nurses and support staff. As a training practice Plymouth prides itself in fostering a learning culture ensuring both vets and nurses can reach their full potential.

As an RVN you can expect to undertake a variety of nursing duties which play to your strengths; working with the surgical team, inpatient care, nurse clinics or within the emergency team working out of hours.

The new Hospital enables the expansion of standard first opinion work with multiple consult rooms, wards and theatres as well as referral services within Plymouth. The introduction of CT is exciting and offers opportunities for RVN's to develop their skills further.

If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a change of role or are within the early stage of your career and looking for new opportunities please contact us.

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 pro rata
• 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

Plymouth Veterinary Group, Plymouth

26 William Prance Road, Derriford, Plymouth, PL6 5WR, 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 Lovell Varcoe from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.