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Position Overview
Vets4Pets Colchester, a leading small animal practice within the Pets at Home network, seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our established clinical team. This position offers significant professional development opportunities within a progressive, multi-disciplinary veterinary environment.
Job Description
Position Overview
Vets4Pets Colchester, a leading small animal practice within the Pets at Home network, seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our established clinical team. This position offers significant professional development opportunities within a progressive, multi-disciplinary veterinary environment.
About Us
Our purpose-built veterinary facility features comprehensive diagnostic and surgical capabilities, supporting advanced clinical protocols and exceptional patient outcomes. The practice operates in conjunction with our regional Referral Hospital, located 4 miles from our primary location, providing seamless continuity of care through our 24-hour hospitalization services.
Organizational Structure Our two facilities in Colchester encompasses a substantial professional team:
* 20 Veterinary Surgeons
* 18 Registered Veterinary Nurses
* 6 Student Veterinary Nurses
* 9 Veterinary Care Assistants
* 3 Practice Managers
* 13 Client Care Advisors
Strategic Growth The practice has demonstrated consistent growth over the past 2 decades, with ongoing development initiatives that will enhance our service to our clients and our teams working environment.
Position Responsibilities
Core Clinical Functions
* Patient admission protocols and discharge procedures
* Anaesthetic monitoring and post-operative recovery management
* Client consultation delivery
* Surgical preparation and theatre support coordination
* Collaborative case management with veterinary and support staff
Professional Development This role provides extensive opportunities to advance clinical competencies within both first opinion and referral medicine contexts, supported by our commitment to continuing professional development.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Qualifications
* RCVS Registration as a Veterinary Nurse
* Minimum 6 months post-qualification experience in general practice
* Demonstrated competency in core nursing procedures
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Professional Attributes
* Commitment to evidence-based veterinary medicine
* Client service excellence orientation
* Collaborative approach to multidisciplinary teamwork
* Professional development mindset
* Dedication to animal welfare standards
Terms of Employment
Schedule Flexibility
* Monday-Friday operation (no weekend requirements
* Multiple shift patterns available to accommodate work-life balance
* Full-time and part-time positions considered
Available Shift Times:
* 08:00 - 17:00
* 08:30 - 17:30
* 10:00 - 19:00
* 10:30 - 19:30
* No out-of-hours obligations
Compensation & Benefits Package
Financial Compensation
* Competitive salary range: £28,000 - £33,000 per annum (full-time equivalent)
* Performance-based compensation review processes
* Comprehensive pension scheme participation
* Life assurance coverage (4x annual salary)
Professional Development Support
* Funded continuing professional development programs
* Support for additional certification pursuits
* RCVS and BVA membership fees covered
* Mentorship and training practice environment
Employment Benefits
* Annual leave entitlement: 28 days (including bank holidays)
* Enhanced leave progression: 33 days after 24 months service
* Employee discount programs: 20% reduction at Pets at Home, The Groom Room, and Vet Group
* Additional corporate benefit schemes
Work Environment
* Diverse caseload with substantial client base
* Advanced clinical equipment and facilities
* Supportive administrative and technical staff structure
* Collaborative, professional team culture
Application Process
Qualified candidates are invited to submit applications for this position. We welcome discussions regarding role expectations and career development opportunities.
Contact Information:
* Email: jodie.thomson@vets4pets.com
* Application Portal: Available via online submission
Initial consultations regarding this position are conducted confidentially and without obligation.
We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We 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 the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!
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