Job Description
Posted on 20/02/2023
Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.
The Role
We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team here at Woodlands Veterinary Centre, Liphook.
A day in the life of a branch nurse, other than the consuming of cakes and ice creams, which of course is compulsory, would-be nurse clinics, one day a week ops, assisting the vet, general running of the branch, ordering and training a VCA. From this we keep your day varied and allow for as much clinical exposure as possible.
This role is to cover maternity leave therefore it will be a fixed-term contract for up to 1 year. This is a Full Time or Part Time position meaning we can be flexible on working days/times. No weekends or OOH.
Salary
The salary for this role is up to £28,000 DOE + £1,000 Relocation Allowance.
About Us
Woodlands is a family feel practice and our Liphook site is based in a great location, (train station close by and only a 1-hour commute from London). There are lovely walks surrounding the branch so you can enjoy your lunch break with a view We also have another branch surgery in Haslemere and our main hospital is in the lovely town of Midhurst.
We have a number of facilities at Liphook including an operating theatre, cat and dog wards, a nurse and vet consult room and a large waiting room which is large enough to have a cat and dog waiting area.
About the Team and Culture
We would confidently say one of our unique selling points would be our team. If you are looking to join a warm and friendly team, then we would love to hear from you.
Our Liphook branch is a small family made up of one Veterinary Surgeon, one Veterinary Nurse, one Receptionist and one VCA. Our clients are lovely. At our Liphook branch you will fit right in, everyone is so welcoming and accepting of new experience.
Overall, we have 6 Veterinary Surgeons who rotate across all three branches, 5 RVNs (still expanding), 3 SVNs and 3 VCAs, all working together to achieve an excellent standard of care. We have a nurturing culture, with a high emphasis for learning and development. We have three vets working towards a certificate, one in dentistry, one in cardiology and one in imaging and they are always sharing their knowledge and discuss cases with the nursing team. We encourage our nurses to pursue their passions in whatever form. We look after the residents of a local Cats Protection Adoption Centre, meaning there is not a week that goes by without a kitten cuddle.
Applicant Requirements
We are looking for a RVN, training can be given if not worked alone at a branch.
We are looking for an enthusiastic RVN who is welcoming, friendly, eager to learn new experiences. Happy to take on a challenge of a branch 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
£250 CPD allowance
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