OOH Registered Veterinary Nurse at MiNightVets Portsmouth for Weekends - Up to £38,000 (pro rata)
MiNightVets Portsmouth branch are searching for an OOH RVN for 18 hours a week on Saturdays and Sundays
The successful candidate will also join them in their soon-to-open, high-spec practice. Equipped with:
* 6 consultation rooms
* 2 theatres
* 1 dental suite
* Imaging suite including CT
* MNV onsite
You will work with a passionate team in providing the best out of hours care to a varied caseload including, dogs, cats, birds, exotics, poultry and small mammals. This is a great opportunity for an experienced or new graduate RVN to further enhance their ECC skills and experience.
The RVN role includes:
* To work as an active member of the clinical support team.
* To fully participate in the Nursing rota as directed by the Head Nurse.
* To provide the highest standards of client service and patient care
* To ensure the timely and effective communication with all colleagues working in the Practice.
* To provide assistance and support for the Veterinary Surgeons within the Practice environment.
* To comply with all professional regulations, legislations and standards associated with independent accreditation such as the RCVS practice standards scheme.
* To comply with CVS's H&S policies and attending relevant training as required.
In return we offer:
* Professional memberships funded
* CPD and further studies encouraged - you are learning and clinical growth is important to us!
* 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent), plus the option to purchase an additional two weeks leave per year with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme
* Long Service Holiday
* Workplace pension scheme
* Maternity, Adoption Pay, Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted pet treatments
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health first aiders available
* Performance bonus scheme
* Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
* Internal career progression and transfers available - with a network of over 500 practices
To be considered for this exciting role:
* RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
* ECC skills and surgery experience or keenness to develop
* Eagerness to learn and develop
* Strong focus on exceptional patient care
* Team player with excellent communication skills
* Self-motivated and able to motivate others
* Positive, enthusiastic approach to tasks
* Strong organisational and attention-to-detail skills
* Ability to handle difficult situations with tact
* Ability to balance study and work
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
For more information, contact Leanne Walker on or or click Apply Now
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