Registered Veterinary Nurse
Apply locations Teddington, Greater London time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR000482
Remuneration
£30,000 - £32,000 per year
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and experienced team in Teddington, a thriving and charming practice that’s been in the area for 35 years.
You will be joining PCA Emma, who brings a wealth of experience with her 18 years of dedicated service at our clinic.
We offer a balanced mix of canine, feline, and occasional exotic patients, ensuring a variety of interesting cases. Our facilities include digital X-ray and in-house blood machines for biochemistry and haematology, with access to ultrasound at our Kingston practice, just a 10-minute drive away. Additionally, we have a high-quality microscope and other essential diagnostic tools.
Our practice features separate areas for cats and dogs, two consultation rooms, a preparation room, dedicated staff kitchen, separate operating theatre and a spacious kennel area.
We have a great relationship with close by Medivet practices and support is always available for those tricky cases (medical or surgical).
Our clinic is located in a vibrant, affluent area with passionate pet owners. Enjoy green leafy roads, charming shops, cafes, and the stunning Bushy Park—a five-minute walk away and the second largest of London’s Royal Parks.
You will also participate in a weekend rotation at our Richmond hospital.
This is a permanent full time role, working 40 hours per week.
Key Benefits
* Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
* Life Assurance 3 x salary.
* Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support.
* 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 with length of service.
* An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish.
* Clinical CPD: £750 per year plus 2 days’ paid leave
* Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
* Funded certificate opportunities.
* VDS and RCVS fees paid.
* Interest free Season Ticket Loan.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Discounts on Medivet products and services.
Role Accountabilities
Exceptional care is at the heart of everything we do at Medivet. That’s the care for our patients, our clients and for each other – we really want to make a positive difference through every interaction we have.
In this role you will:
* Consistently deliver exceptional care to your clients.
* Support with surgeries and procedures, completing all pre and post procedure activity.
* Carry out nurse led appointments and schedule 3 activities.
* Deliver patient monitoring and care.
* Manage admissions and discharges as directed by the Veterinary team.
* Complete patient transfers to out of hours or enhanced care.
* Dispense and check medication.
* Deliver professional excellence, complying with all regulatory, practice and operational standards.
* Hold briefings to engage and co-ordinate your team to support the most effective running of the practice.
Your Skills and Experience
* RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse.
* Experience of delivering exceptional patient and client care.
* Experienced in working effectively as part of a team.
* Experience of supporting Nurse consults, with an understanding of how this contributes to practice performance and efficiency.
* Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of every colleague.
About Us
Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France, Germany and Spain.
We’re proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care that’s always there. That’s more than a strapline for us, we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference. This is as true for our colleagues as it is for our patients and clients. Being part of Medivet means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the very best equipment and treatment options available, and the very best treatment for you as a valued member of the team.
Why work here?
Medivet is a family of passionate, supportive and thoughtful veterinary professionals.
We work as one team to support each other, grow the business, and make sure every pet receives the very best care.
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