Fixed Term Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join us at Field Vets on a fixed term contract (maternity cover) for up to 12 months. You will oversee general registered veterinary nurse duties, including caring for inpatients, monitoring anaesthesia, assisting vets and nurse clinics.
Rota patterns that work for you
This is a full time position, working 40 hours per week across 4/4.5 days generally working 9-hour shifts, with 1:4 Saturday mornings, carrying out surgery (8 am-1 pm). Shifts are on a four-week rolling rota (2 weeks 4 days and 2 weeks 4.5 days). No out of hours.
About Us
Fields Vets is a busy, friendly first-opinion practice located in central Newport. We handle a diverse and interesting caseload and are committed to providing exceptional care. Our practice is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including laparoscopic equipment, dental radiography, and ultrasound.
Our Team
Our friendly team is made up of 6 vets and supported by 6 nurses and 3 receptionists, supported by an experienced clinical director and practice manager who is also a registered veterinary nurse. We have one internal medicine certificate holder interested in ultrasonography and dermatology, and one of our nurses holds an anaesthesia certificate and we have a surgery certificate trainee. We also benefit from a visiting referral cardiologist. We strongly support and encourage personal development. We offer funding for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and certificates, along with all IVC benefits.
Work-life balance
* 6.6 weeks annual leave
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Private Medical Insurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
* Non-accidental injury support
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
Additional Benefits
* Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
* Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
* Discounted staff pet care
Fields Vets, Newport
214 Stow Hill, Newport, NP20 4RB, United Kingdom
Speak to Megan Dawson 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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