We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our welcoming and experienced team. This is a varied and rewarding role within a small, close-knit, community-focused practice where your skills will be truly valued and your professional growth actively encouraged.
The Role
In this role, you will undertake a wide range of first opinion nursing duties, including monitoring anaesthesia, assisting with imaging such as radiography and ultrasound, running laboratory samples, conducting nurse clinics, and supporting vets during consultations. Additionally, you will provide valuable assistance to our receptionist with reception duties. As a small clinic, the role is varied and no two days are the same, offering a dynamic and engaging working environment.
What You’ll Bring
You will ideally have experience working in a veterinary practice with hands-on clinical skills. Proficiency in laboratory procedures related to animal care and diagnostics is important, as is excellent communication to interact effectively with pet owners and team members. The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong attention to detail is essential. You should also have strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently and demonstrate a compassionate and empathetic approach towards animals and their owners.
Who We Are
Companion Vets is a small animal first opinion practice based in Balderton, close to Newark town centre. Having been established in Newark for many years, we are fortunate to have a loyal and caring client base, many of whom are proactive about preventative healthcare for their pets. Our site is well-equipped with in-house laboratory facilities, ultrasound, diagnostics, and digital X-ray. Our team comprises a Veterinary Surgeon, two Registered Veterinary Nurses, a Veterinary Care Assistant, Receptionist, and Practice Manager. Our vet is currently working towards a Certificate in Small Animal Medicine, and we encourage ongoing professional development, supporting any certificate goals or areas of professional interest.
We believe we offer a supportive and friendly environment for all new staff members. Our practice culture is open to new ideas and passionate about continuously improving patient care and clinical standards.
Working Hours
This position involves working 31 hours per week, including a 1 in 4 Saturday rota. Our clinic operates Monday to Friday from 08:00am to 7:00pm and Saturdays from 08:00am to 12:30pm. There are no out-of-hours or on-call duties as these are covered by Vets Now. We place our people at the heart of everything we do, supporting them with a flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours. This flexibility ensures you have a good work-life balance while being part of a committed team.
Because our people matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
* 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
Development
* £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
* Certificate support
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
* All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
* Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
* Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
* Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
* Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Salary up to £30,000 DOE (pro rata)
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