Job Description
Registered Veterinary Nurse Branch Surgery-Penmellyn Vets, St. Columb Major Hospital
Posted on 13/02/2023
Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.
The Role
Here at Penmellyn Vets we are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team covering maternity. The duties will include:
General nursing duties
Care of day patients and inpatients
Monitoring anaesthetics
Assisting Veterinary Surgeons
Care and maintenance of equipment
Stock control
Occasional reception work
As this is a branch surgery role there will be no night work. You will be expected to work at least one later finish of 6.30pm and be part of our 1:4 Saturday rota.
About Us
Penmellyn’s practices are in the heart of Cornwall and we strive to provide first class care to our team, clients, and pets alike. Overall, we employ 25 full time Veterinary Surgeons and 50 veterinary Nurses across our sites, we have an exceptionally supportive and forward-thinking team whom we are immensely proud of. Our branch surgeries generally have a lead Vet working alongside one other Vet and up to 4 Nurses.
Applicant Requirements
Our ideal candidate will be a Registered Veterinary Nurse or Student Veterinary Nurse with at least 1 years’ experience.
Because our employee’s 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
6.6 weeks annual leave
Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
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
£500 CPD allowance with 3 days paid 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
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
Discounted staff pet care
Relocation allowance up to £2000
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
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Any questions before applying?
Speak to Maizie Brown from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Maizie Brown
Talent Partner
maizie.brown@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7977 245 242