Registered Veterinary Nurse - Clinical Floor Coordinator - FTC
We are delighted to welcome applications for a highly organised and logistically-minded RVN to join our team as a Clinical Floor Coordinator (fixed-term contract) at Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists in Ringwood, Hampshire. This maternity cover position is set to commence from October 2024 for a period of 12 months, however we would be happy to discuss a transition into a permanent position at the end of the contract, subject to current vacancies at that time.
Discover a new challenge at Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists
Our Clinical Floor Coordinator will be instrumental in the effective and efficient running of the clinical floor across all referral disciplines in the hospital, which will include Anaesthesia, Cardiology, Dermatology, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology and Orthopaedics & Soft Tissue Surgery.
Reporting into the Clinical Nursing Manager, the Clinical Floor Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the clinical floor runs effectively and efficiently by taking a central role in planning the day’s referral procedures, and leading the teams to complete their individual work flows as scheduled. Due to the dynamic nature of referral and emergency work, the workflows of each department will be subject to change, and this will require decisive action and the reallocation of resources. You will not be required to undertake clinical work as standard, but you must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical knowledge.
Duties will include…
* Be responsible and accountable for the efficient throughput of cases across all departments of the practice. Working closely with the clinicians, nursing team and leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the scheduling of the day, to include timely management of emergencies and prevention of delays.
* Sole charge of inputting planned procedures onto the practice scheduling system, ensuring the schedule is updated to reflect real-time workflow.
* Prioritise workload to meet the needs of the patients and organise the workload of the clinical team in accordance with this.
* Ensure if the schedule has been changed that all relevant departments are notified.
* Liaise with the referrals administrative team to facilitate acceptance of emergency and urgent referrals to the hospital.
* Manage the clinical schedule to reflect staffing levels and facility availability.
* Monitor and audit efficiency across the hospital in processing cases, and implement changes to optimise efficiency.
A supportive team and a world of opportunity
SCVS are a specialist-led small animal hospital equipped with the expertise and knowledge to support the most complex of cases. As a large multidisciplinary referral hospital, we offer impressive facilities and state-of-the-art equipment which enable us to provide outstanding treatment to our patients from the initial consultation right through to discharging them from our care. We are conveniently based in Ringwood, Hampshire, just off the A31.
Our recent expansion has provided us with a new purpose-built theatre complex, a two-storey facility housing a large client reception and waiting area, 10 new consulting rooms, along with a new rehabilitation centre.
Relevant experience and personal attributes
* You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse
* Previous experience in a Referral Hospital environment.
* Some leadership experience is preferred
* High level of clinical knowledge and practical competence.
* Commitment to professionalism, integrity and ethical standards.
* Commitment to the prioritisation of animal welfare.
* Positive outlook with confidence and belief in own abilities.
Hours designed with flexibility in mind
This fixed term contract role will begin from October 2024 for approximately 12 months. We can accommodate a full-time position working 40hrs over 4 days per week (Monday-Friday with a day off during the week) and no weekends or OOHs. We are also happy to accept part time applications and will discuss any flexible working requests at telephone interview stage.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business, and investing in our people, teams and hospitals is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary up to £37,000pa in line with your level of experience, you will benefit from:
Work-life balance
* 6.6 weeks annual leave
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
* £550 CPD allowance with 3 days paid leave
* 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
* All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Additional
* Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100s of retailers
* Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
* Discounted staff pet care
Applications will close on Friday 23rd August.
Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists, Hampshire
Speak to Helen Paddison 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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