Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal
Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia. Location: Ferndown, Dorset.
Are you a passionate and motivated RVN seeking to join a supportive and friendly team? We have an exciting opportunity at St Mary's Vets in Ferndown, Dorset, for a dedicated individual to become an integral part of our well-established and welcoming team.
Overview
St Mary’s Vets is a dedicated small animal practice located in Ferndown, Dorset. We take pride in providing exceptional care to our patients and their owners, ensuring each visit is met with kindness, professionalism, and compassion. As a close-knit 3-vet team, we foster a supportive and collaborative working environment where everyone is valued and encouraged to grow.
Responsibilities
* Provide general nursing care to small animals as part of a dedicated team.
* Deliver excellent client service and contribute to high standards of patient care.
* Engage in daily clinic duties and support the team to maintain a smooth workflow.
* Be proactive in building strong relationships with clients and their pets.
Qualifications & Experience
* Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with strong general nursing experience.
* Excellent customer service skills and a genuine passion for animal welfare.
* Cheerful, approachable, and enthusiastic with a commitment to high-quality pet healthcare.
Working Hours & Location
This is a full-time position, offering 40 hours per week. Rota: two days per week 8:30 AM – 6:45 PM, three days per week 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, and one Saturday in three 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM. There are no out-of-hours or bank holiday shifts.
Benefits & Perks
* Competitive base salary and work-life balance focus.
* 6.6 weeks of annual leave, with additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay).
* Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to Work scheme, and employee wellbeing initiatives including discounted gym membership.
* £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata; certificate support; learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy.
* Access to Vetlexicon; eligibility for research funding; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme.
* VDS cover and RCVS/other professional memberships as applicable.
* Pawsome Benefits with discounts and cashback; Pension 5% Employee / 3% Employer.
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