We are looking for an enthusiastic team player to join as one of our registered Veterinary Nurses to become part of our existing team of 2 vets and 3.5 nurses within our small animal practices at our long-standing centres in Faversham and Whitstable.
Find a place to excel
Our branches are located 13 minutes drive apart with Whitstable located a short walk from the beach and town centre and Faversham a few minutes drive from the town centre.
Your day will be varied covering duties for theatre and schedule 3, puppy parties, dental radiography, nurse consultations, ultrasound and digital radiography, laboratory work, dispensing, stock management, infection control, administration and maintaining a high level of client and patient care.
We would be happy to consider a newly qualified nurse or a nurse looking to return after a period of leave. Part-time applicants will also be considered.
What we can offer
Shifts are in rotation with varied start times and the shifts are between 08:00 to 18:30 for weekdays. 1 in 4 Saturdays from 08:00-16:00 with time in lieu will be required with the potential to run a puppy party in rotation with the nursing team.
Our supportive Team
We have progressive, well-equipped practices with digital radiography, endoscopy, ultrasound, doppler, laboratory, ECG, Tonometry and dental x-ray. We have a team of two amazing full-time vets, 3.5 experienced nurses including a head nurse and student, and a long-standing reception team and practice manager.
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
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
At IVC Evidensia we are 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.
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