Senior Surgical RVN: Theatre Lead & Anaesthesia

Calder Vets Ltd; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Dewsbury is seeking a Senior/Experienced Surgical Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their progressive team. This role emphasizes anaesthesia and theatre nursing for delivering gold-standard patient care. Candidates should possess a qualified RVN status and ideally have over 5 years of experience. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, competitive salary, and a supportive environment with various benefits including extensive CPD and a pension scheme.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave

RCVS & VDS fees paid

Funded external CPD

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified RVN (RCVS registered) with at least 5 years of post-registration experience.
• Confident in anaesthesia and theatre nursing.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare theatre suites, equipment, and surgical kits for procedures.
• Assist as both circulating and anaesthesia nurse.
• Maintain accurate clinical records including anaesthetic sheets.

Skills

anaesthesia and theatre nursing

communication skills

organisational skills

teamwork

proactive attitude

patient care

Education

Qualified RVN (RCVS registered)

5+ years post-registration experience

Job description

A leading veterinary hospital in Dewsbury is seeking a Senior/Experienced Surgical Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their progressive team. This role emphasizes anaesthesia and theatre nursing for delivering gold-standard patient care. Candidates should possess a qualified RVN status and ideally have over 5 years of experience. The position offers opportunities for professional growth, competitive salary, and a supportive environment with various benefits including extensive CPD and a pension scheme.