Job Description
Registered Veterinary Nurse-Easipetcare, Chatham
Posted on 10/01/2023
All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join us at easipetcare, Chatham!
Our Registered Veterinary Nurses are the absolute back bone of our practice, and generally have a hand in most areas of the day to day which include carrying out schedule 3 procedures (subject to appropriate training), anaesthesia monitoring, scrubbing in, looking after our inpatient care, carrying out various types of nurse clinics, completing laboratory duties and much more! There will also be some reception duties when needed such as: taking telephone calls/inpatient enquiries, stock control and ordering and unpacking orders.
Our Registered Veterinary Nurses need to ensure that patient care meets the required high standard that we expect from our nursing team. In return, we love to provide the opportunity to become a clinical coach in the future. You will be supporting the Head Nurse in the supervision/training of our Student Veterinary Nurses & Animal Nursing Assistants when on shift and maintaining the highest level of cleanliness throughout the practice by upholding the practice’ infection control procedures.
Fix or flex – work life balance that works for you
We try to keep things interesting/varied here at easipetcare, so our Registered Veterinary Nurses typically work full time, 40 hours per week, across 4/5 days, consisting of either an early shift (8:00 am to 4.30 pm) or a late (11:00 am to 7.30 pm). Our Nurses also work 1 in 3 Saturdays and in turn receive time off in lieu the following week and there is no OOH. However, we know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it brilliantly easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you.
Salary up to £29,000 per annum depending on experience
About Us
At easipetcare we pride ourselves on offering high quality vet care at prices affordable to all. We take pleasure in being able to offer a full range of first opinion veterinary services at affordable prices. Our practice is conveniently located just off the M20 and is easily commutable from London, (just under 1hr). Our deceivingly large and airy practice boasts 4 consult rooms; a dedicated x-ray and ultrasound room; a large modern theatre and prep room. This is a unique opportunity to join a super friendly team and work in a supportive environment that offers the scope for further development in your chosen area of interest.
About the Team and Culture
Our friendly team is led by our highly experienced Head Vet, 3 Vets, 2 Nurses and one SVN who are supported by our wonderfully efficient receptionists. Our clinic has an established client base, and our team are passionate about providing gold standard care to our clients and their pets. We have our Practice Principle who is committed to supporting the team, with a great focus of his being on work life balance, development, and opportunity for the team.
Applicant Requirements
Both full time and part time applicants are welcome. Our ideal candidate would have excellent communication skills and be a team player. You will be outgoing, calm, and positive and be passionate about providing excellent care to our clients and their pets. The candidate must be RCVS registered.
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
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
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
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 Megan Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Megan Dawson
Talent Partner
megan.dawson@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7977 242 413