Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team. Our nurses are well respected and valued, working closely with our team of Vets and support staff. We work as a cohesive team to ensure the best possible care is given. The role covers all nursing areas, including theatre, ward, pharmacy and nurse clinics. We encourage and support our nurses to pursue individual areas of interest. Many of our nurses currently have various special interests, including exotics and behaviour.
Rota Patterns That Work for You
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, and that’s why we know that 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.
Full-time hours are 38 hours a week, working 4 days between the hours of 8am and 8pm. Weekends are 1 in 4 Saturdays until 4:30 pm and 1 in 12 Saturday mornings until 12:30 pm. There are no Sundays or Bank Holidays and our out-of-hours is covered by Vets Now.
About Us
Park Veterinary Centre is a well-established first opinion practice, with roots in Hertfordshire going back over 100 years. We are a training practice and hold RVCS GP status. We offer Laparoscopy, Endoscopy, Ultrasound, Digital and Dental X-ray as well as a range of monitoring equipment. We are situated in Watford, surrounded by beautiful countryside, while also having easy access to train stations, with London approximately 35 minutes away.
The successful candidate will be a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse who shares our passion for teamwork, patient welfare and client care. Ideally, you will have a good level of practical skills and enjoy working in a busy practice, however as we are a training practice, we can support someone nearing the end of their training or someone who may need help refreshing their skills.
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
Park Veterinary Centre, Watford
256 Cassiobury Drive, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 3PA, United Kingdom
Speak to Michael Middleton from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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