Location: Newmarket
Sector: Veterinary Surgeon, Veterinary Nurse (RVN), Veterinary Assistant
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 per annum
Contact: Sam Ritson
Contact email: SamR@healthrecruitnetwork.co.uk
Contact phone: 020 7193 4003
Job ref: TR-JOB-33157
Published: 2 days ago
Expiry date: 2024-12-19
Start date: 2024-11-21
Registered Veterinary Nurse - Newmarket - Up to £34,000 - Prestigious Independent Practice
Are you a skilled and compassionate RVN looking for a role that values your professional growth and well-being? We’re seeking an enthusiastic RVN to join our team at a well-established, multi-site veterinary practice in West Suffolk. In this role, you’ll be part of a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional care to the pets in the local community.
About the Practice:
We are a long-standing veterinary practice in West Suffolk, with a purpose-built 24-hour hospital located in Bury St Edmunds. Our hospital provides emergency care for 18 local practices, offering a wide variety of diagnostic and treatment services. The team consists of 12 Vets, including certificate holders in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, cardiology, imaging, and emergency critical care. You’ll work alongside a talented team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, student nurses, and animal nursing assistants.
The Role:
In this full-time position, you will work 40 hours per week, with a 1:4 to 1:6 weekend rota. Your responsibilities will include:
* Assisting Veterinary Surgeons with consultations and procedures
* Providing exceptional care for inpatients, adjusting treatments, and performing diagnostics as needed
* Recording patient interactions to ensure seamless care between our hospital and primary care practices
* Writing patient kennel sheets and coordinating handovers to the night team
* Communicating regularly with pet owners to update them on their animals' progress and treatment plans
* Supporting the night inpatient vet with a detailed handover as required
Skills & Experience:
* RCVS registration
* Proven experience as a Veterinary Nurse
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work well in a team, demonstrating resilience and flexibility
What We Offer:
* Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum
* 25 days annual leave, increasing up to 30 days, plus bank holidays
* 4 weeks paid sabbatical after 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years of service
* Generous CPD allowance with support for ongoing professional development
* Private healthcare and occupational health services
* Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
* Paid emergency/compassionate leave
* 3 weeks occupational sickness leave
* Colleague discount scheme for up to 5 registered pets
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a progressive practice with state-of-the-art equipment, alongside a team that values collaboration, professional growth, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to advance your clinical skills, pursue further qualifications, or simply be part of a supportive and caring team, this role offers it all.
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