Posted on 11/10/2022
The Role
Here at Pride Veterinary Centre we are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team. We are very passionate about providing outstanding pet healthcare and client service. There will also be opportunities to cover at our network of local practices allowing you to keep up your general nursing skills.
Consulting at Pride Veterinary Centre is a fantastic opportunity to develop your consulting skills and help us improve and develop the clinics we offer to our clients. The environment is busy, positive and rewarding. There will also be the opportunity to spend some time working within First Opinion Prep/Theatre 1 or 2 days a week so you can continue to develop your skills within these areas.
We are open to full time and part time candidates.
Salary up to £29,000 depending on experience + Welcome bonus up to £2,000
About Us
Pride Veterinary Centre offers a range of state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. Our diagnostics and treatments are second to none and we have many highly trained and experienced nurses to ensure that our patients receive the very best treatment. We have 12 local practices who provide quality care, with well-equipped on-site facilities and lots of returning customers who want that friendly team feel.
We offer both primary care and a specialist-led referral service in a range of disciplines. Each role is interesting and varied, and should you wish to work in our hospital, referral experience is not essential as we provide training for the right applicants. All we ask for is enthusiasm, an excellent work ethic, team spirit and a passion for clinical excellence.
The Pride Veterinary Centre clinic nurse team consists of a group of nurses dedicated to carrying out nurse clinics such as weight clinics, new pet chats and hearing clinics amongst others. We have a dedicated consultation room where we run clinics all day Monday to Saturday. As a team we are all passionate about preventative healthcare and developing lasting bonds with our client base.
Work life balance that works for you
We offer flexible working patterns that flex with you and your lifestyle. Whether you are looking to flex your rota hours to balance the school holidays, fix to navigate the school runs or just looking to strike that balance between home and work life. We can offer flexibility that actually works for you.
Applicant Requirements
Required skills and experience….
1. Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse
2. Nurse clinic knowledge
3. Anaesthesia skills
4. Excellent organisational skills
Would be good to have….
1. Specialist clinic knowledge
2. Interest in nutrition, weight management, preventative healthcare
3. Stock control/ordering
4. Driving Licence
Benefits - Subject to Pro Rata:
Increasing holiday based on length of service
CPD paid days and allowance
L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
Birthday leave
RCVS Membership paid
VDS cover
Discounted veterinary fees
Various discounts including retail & gym memberships
Cycle to Work scheme
Service-related company sick pay
Initiatives focussed on employee wellbeing
Relocation packages
Career progression opportunities
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.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
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Any questions before applying?
Speak to Summer Aiken from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Summer Aiken
Talent Partner
[email protected]+44 (0) 7977 242 401