Job Description
Registered Veterinary Nurse-Sprinz and Nash - Thame
Posted on 21/11/2022
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team. The role will be a mixture of theatre nursing, recovery, kennel nursing, radiography, laboratory work and involvement in our active nursing clinics which the hospital provides.
The position is ideally 40 hours per week with a 1:6 weekend rota. However, we are flexible, and would welcome applicants who may be wanting part time or flexible hours to fit around child-care or personal pursuits.
What’s On Offer?
A salary of up to £32,000 DOE.
A welcome bonus of up to £1000 (pro rata) for new nurses.
About Us
Sprinz and Nash Veterinary Surgeons is a long-established Veterinary Hospital in the lovely rural market town of Thame. We are situated in the beautiful countryside of the Chilterns in the South-East of England with easy access to both Oxford and London.
Our Hospital provides separate dog/cat wards, isolation facilities, on-site laboratory, digital x ray, dental x ray, ultrasound, and endoscopy and enjoys the standards expected from an RCVS Veterinary Hospital.
We have an experienced and interactive team that is made up of 7 full time vets, 6 full time RVNs, 3 VCAs and 3 student nurses. As we are a Training Hospital you will be encouraged in assisting and training our Student Veterinary Nurses. You will have the ability to further your own clinical interests which will be actively supported. Staff welfare is something that’s extremely important to us; all staff members have access to a dedicated mental health first aider that works on shift. There’s always someone to have a coffee and a chat with, especially on the tougher days!
Applicant Requirements
We are interested to hear from candidates of all experience levels, whether you have just qualified and need support, or if you have a wealth of experience and are looking for recognition of this in the position that you are seeking. Either way, you will be part of a kind, caring and dedicated team of lovely people.
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
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 Michael Middleton from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Michael Middleton
Talent Partner
michael.middleton@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7977 242613