Exciting New Opportunity in Independent Mixed Veterinary Practice

My client is looking for one full-time or two part-time permanent Registered Veterinary Nurse(s) to work in their independent mixed Veterinary Practice in rural mid-Devon.

• The successful applicant will play an integral role in their friendly and experienced small animal team with the option to get involved with some large animal work if desired.
• You will have a range of responsibilities including inpatient care, theatre work, nurse consultations, lab work, infection control etc
• They welcome fresh ideas and enthusiasm, excellent communication skills are a must, with the opportunity to help expand their nurse services offered to their clients
• Working hours will be divided between their two surgeries
• No out-of-hours but a maximum of 1 in 3 Saturdays on a rota basis.
• CPD encouraged and funded, staff discount scheme, work based pension offered
• Salary £28k – £32k (DOE)

Duties and Responsibilities

• To assist with or perform operations within the RCVS Code of Conduct
• To assist in the preparation of theatre for daily activities and to perform weekly and month maintenance tasks
• To assist in administration and maintenance of anaesthesia
• To ensure the correct handling and hygiene treatment of instruments, drapes and other equipment
• To assist in preparation of operation sites
• To maintain a high standard of care of all clinical equipment
• To assist in the set up, maintenance and safety of X-ray equipment, ultrasound scanner and lab machines
• To assist in the provision of excellent pre-operative and post-operative care and treatment in line with practice policy
• To assist veterinary surgeons in consults and on house visits
• To undertake in house lab work, including biochemistry, haematology, urinalysis, ear cytology etc
• To adhere to all Health and Safety Policies relevant to veterinary practice
• To assist in stock control including the use of controlled drugs
• To assist other staff in performing daily tasks e.g. answering phones,  booking appointments, cleaning of communal areas
• To assist in the training of junior members of staff e.g. ANAs, VCAs, trainee RVNs and students

Person Spec

The ideal candidate would have the following skills/characteristics:

• Effective communicator with all members of the practice team and clients
• Be self motivated to provide the best level of patient care
• Be compassionate and empathetic in your work
• Be a genuine team player who can identify and act where help is needed
• Have the ability to work independently, use initiative and be adaptable
• A degree of flexibility is appreciated to help cover sickness/holidays
• Be proactive and assist in the development of the services offered to our clients
• Ideally have experience as you will frequently be working as the sole nurse, although confident newly qualified RVNs will be considered.
• Full driving licence and own transport

If this would be of interest to you, please call/whatsapp Sean on 01392 249645 / 07508428526 or email [email protected]