Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) – Oncology
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract with Potential for Permanent Role
Location: Bristol Vet Specialists Referrals
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £30,000–£33,000 (dependent on experience)
Are you an experienced RVN with a passion for oncology? Bristol Vet Specialists Referrals is seeking a dedicated nurse to join our specialist team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the exciting possibility of a permanent position at the end of the term. You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional care to our oncology patients.
What you’ll do:
* Deliver high standards of patient care throughout their oncology journey
* Assist with oncology examinations and staging procedures
* Administer chemotherapy safely and effectively
* Support sedations and general anaesthesia for advanced diagnostics (CT, ultrasound, biopsies)
* Work closely with our oncology clinicians to ensure seamless treatment plans
What we’re looking for:
* Qualified RVN with a keen interest in oncology
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Confidence in handling complex cases and working within a referral environment
* Commitment to patient welfare and client support
Why join us?
* Work alongside leading specialists in a state‑of‑the‑art referral hospital
* Opportunities for professional development and CPD in oncology nursing
* Supportive, collaborative team environment
* Potential to secure a permanent role after the contract period
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
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