Job Description
Posted on 07/02/2023
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
The Role
Here at Downland Veterinary Group, we are looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team. The day-to-day duties are rotated between in-patient care, theatre duties, assisting with imaging, lab work, and consulting.
The rota involves working 40 hours per week over 5 days. There will be some Saturdays involved on a rota basis. Part-time applications will be considered and there are no out-of-hours.
Fix or flex – work life balance that works for you
We offer flexible working patterns that flex with you and your lifestyle. Whether you are looking to flex your rota hours to balance the school holidays, fix to navigate the school runs or just looking to strike that balance between home and work life. We can offer flexibility that actually works for you
Salary
The salary will be up to £31,000 depending on experience.
About Us
We are a busy small animal practice in the sunny town of Bognor Regis on the South Coast. We have all the usual equipment including digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory machines, and multiparameter monitors to assist with providing excellent patient care.
We have a large nursing and reception team supporting a team of 8 Veterinary Surgeons. We pride ourselves on teamwork and the ability to support each other.
Applicant Requirements
We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is dedicated to providing excellent care to animals and their owners. We would also consider applications from an experienced Student Veterinary Nurse.
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 5 days paid pro rata (10 days if studying)
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
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 Bartosz Piasecki from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Bartosz Piasecki
Talent Partner
bartosz.piasecki@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7977 242 349