Full Time permanent RVN or 3rd year student required for mixed practice in East Sussex, Lewes.
Your future begins here
We are looking for someone who is interested in small animal work and who loves to build good client relationships with a caring nature. We are looking for someone who is confident in all aspects of surgery, client nursing consults and is a team player.
Who we are
Cliffe Veterinary Group is a large mixed practice with dedicated Small Animal, Farm and Equine departments. We are a progressive, well-equipped (TTA, TPLO, ASIF, laparoscopy, digital radiography, dental x-ray, endoscopy, ultrasound/doppler to name a few), RCVS accredited practice with a varied surgical and medical caseload. We have a full-time laboratory technician who will run a very large range of diagnostics “in-house” to provide an exceptional level of care for our patients. We are located in the vibrant, historic market town of Lewes. We are just 10 miles from Brighton, one hour by train to London and a short drive or train of 30 minutes to Gatwick Airport.
A team dedicated to continuous professional development
We have an exceptional team at Cliffe Vets, and you’d be an integral addition. Our Small Animal team comprises 8 Vets, 10 Nurses, and 14 Support team members. We are a friendly and diverse team, with several of us who have been here for many years. Across the team we have one GPCertSAS and one CertAVP, plus another working towards a certificate in medicine. We are certainly a social and close-knit team that strives in our working environment one that is a pleasure to be a part of.
Job Responsibilities
Main site Lewes but branch surgeries at Ringmer & Woodingdean. You would cover all areas from Theatre, Prep, Kennels, Dispensary, Consults and reception.
Weekly rota is an average of 37.5hrs. Weeks alternate 4.5 days followed by 4 days. Weeknights and Out Of Hours equally shared. (approx. 1 in 5 Fri night sat morning or sat/sun if patients in the building).
Because our employees matter
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
1. 6.6 weeks annual leave
2. Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
3. Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
1. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
2. Private Medical Insurance
3. Cycle to Work scheme
4. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
5. Non-accidental injury support
Development
1. £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
7. Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
1. VDS cover
2. RCVS fees
Additional Benefits
1. Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
2. Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
3. Discounted staff pet care
Up to £30,000 DOE
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