Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Animals 1st is seeking a passionate RVN to join our close-knit team. As an RVN with us, you’ll play a key role in maintaining our high standards of patient and client care while collaborating with our team and performing clinical duties as needed.
This role includes:
* All clinical responsibilities, including running nursing clinics
* Assisting in the training of our Veterinary Care Assistants
* Collaborating with all roles within the practice to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Why Choose Animals 1st Vets?
We are a well-established surgery in Macmerry, East Lothian, with a loyal and established client base. Our practice is equipped with digital radiography, modern ultrasound machines, and full in-house blood testing facilities. We also have spacious theatres and consultation rooms to handle our varied first opinion cases. In Spring 2025, we will be moving to a brand-new practice just across the road!
Our friendly team includes a Clinical Director, 5 Veterinary Surgeons, a Head Nurse, 4 experienced Registered Veterinary Nurses, a Practice Manager, and 3 Receptionists. Our team is dedicated to providing patient-centric care, always discussing options with clients to ensure they make the most informed decisions. We support a culture of continuous learning and encourage further CPD and certifications.
Find Your Perfect Work-Life Balance
At Animals 1st, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe work-life balance is essential in helping our team thrive. That’s why we offer a flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours, allowing you to find a schedule that works for you, no matter what stage you're at in your career.
Ideally, we are looking for someone to work 40 hours a week but are open to discussing part-time or flexible hours. Shifts can be arranged as 4 x 10-hour days or shorter shifts throughout the week, ranging from 8am to 7pm. Our nursing team also shares the Saturday morning rota (1 in 4), with no out-of-hours requirements.
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
* 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* 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 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
At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Bethany Baker 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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