Overview
2nd Year Student or Newly Qualified Veterinary Nurses Encouraged to Apply!
As one of our Nurses nears maternity leave, we are seeking a 2nd year SVN or recently qualified RVN to join Basildon Pitsea Vets for Pets on a temporary basis. This role is ideal for gaining hands-on experience in a supportive practice that has a track record of developing Nurses in their careers.
We are a busy 24-hour hospital with multiple advanced facilities including in-house CT, MRI, hydrotherapy and physiotherapy. We provide emergency cover for several local clinics and see a high case load of emergency and critical care cases. Our services include a wide range of soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries, cat, dog and exotic wards, outpatients and isolation units, and a dedicated dental area with dental X-ray. We are passionate about pain control and anesthesia, including regional anesthesia, and are working toward zero-pain practice accreditation.
Education and Support
Education and support for our team are important to us. We regularly offer EMS placements and are a veterinary nursing training practice. We strive to provide a supportive learning environment where all team members can grow together.
Team and Role
You will join a hard-working and inclusive team that is committed to being at the heart of the local community. A strong non-clinical team supports the client journey, freeing up our Nurses to carry out their roles effectively.
Responsibilities and Requirements
We are looking for a 2nd year SVN or recently qualified RVN with excellent communication and organisation skills who takes pride in delivering high standards of patient and client care. The key to success will be embracing all aspects of the Veterinary Nurse role and providing excellent patient and client care.
Contract and Benefits
This position is full-time, 40 hours per week with 1 in 4 weekends. The role is fixed term for 12 months with the potential to extend.
In addition to a competitive salary (dependent on experience), we offer benefits such as pension, healthcare, paid memberships, and opportunities for career progression, plus exclusive lifestyle and shopping discounts (up to 20% off at Pets at Home).
How to Apply
If you’d like any further information about this vacancy, please contact Rachel from our Talent Acquisition team at eastvets@vets4pets.com for an informal and confidential conversation.
Location
Postcode: SS13 3BY
We take inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life. We value, respect and celebrate difference, and encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for exceptional talent. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, we want to hear from you if you can contribute through your values and behaviours.
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