Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
We are delighted to invite applications for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Fair City Vets.
Role Overview
As a Small Animal Veterinary Nurse with us, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality nursing care across a range of cases. Your responsibilities will include assisting with clinical procedures, providing pre- and post-operative care, managing nursing appointments, and supporting client education. You will be part of a collaborative team, contributing to a positive working environment and ensuring the best outcomes for our patients and their owners. Mentoring junior nursing staff and helping to develop their skills will also be a valued part of this role.
Why Join Crieff & Fair City?
Our three well-established sites in Crieff, Perth (Fair City), and Auchterarder each have strong community ties and unique strengths. We are proud to offer advanced veterinary services including laparoscopy, ultrasonography, dental radiography (IM3), in-house lab testing, radiography, and laser therapy.
Our dedicated team includes six vets, five RVNs, three SVNs, and two ACAs, supported by a fantastic reception team. We are passionate about continuous professional development, encouraging specialisation, and supporting clinical progression at all levels.
Working Hours
This full-time position involves working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with the option of a 4 or 5 day working week.
What We’re Looking For
* Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Nurse with excellent clinical skills
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
* Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and enhancing client relationships
* Experience mentoring SVNs is desirable
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive, growth-focused work environment, where you’ll have a significant impact on our operations and client experience. In addition to a competitive salary up to £50,000 per annum, you will benefit from:
Work Life Balance
* 6.8 weeks annual leave
* Additional time off for your birthday
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
* Non-accidental injury support
Development
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider
* 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
* Discounted staff pet care
Fair City Vets, Perth
32 York Place, Perth, Perth, PH2 8EH, United Kingdom
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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