Deputy Head Veterinary Nurse (RVN) - £30.3k PA
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to Head up a cracking team at a well-established small animal hospital, based near Newcastle.
The day-to-day duties will include hospitalised inpatient care, day patient procedures and after care, Theatre procedures and after care including orthopaedic procedures, laboratory work, radiography, and dental radiography. Along with general nursing duties you will also assist the Head Nurse with stock control and biannually stock takes, assisting with training and supervision of the auxiliary nurses, equipment maintenance and training, assisting in ensuring legations and SOPs are up to date.
The practice has digital radiography, dental radiography, flexible and rigid endoscopes, in house lab including haematology, biochemistry and EPOC machines, excellent ultrasound machine with doppler and a wide range of specialised equipment for performing most soft tissue, orthopaedic and endoscopy surgeries. There is also a dedicated and specialised OOH unit.
The rota is a 4-day working week. Shift patterns are 6.45am-4.45pm/8am-6.30pm/8.30-6.30pm. Weekend work is 1 in 4 Saturdays or Sundays 6.45am-6.30pm. Out of hours work is Saturday or Sunday shifts.
Our vacancy is for an experienced Veterinary Nurse who is highly motivated, works well in a team and thrives in the varied environment of a veterinary hospital. Candidates must be dedicated to progress their knowledge and practical skills to ensure they fully support the vets with a range of potentially complex and critical cases. An experience of nurse consults is also highly desirable. RVN qualification essential!
Salary & benefits:
- Up to £30,390 depending on experience.
- 6.6 weeks annual leave
- Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
- £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
- Certificate support
- VDS cover & RCVS fees paid
If this position is of any interest, please get in touch with Isaac on 07881362367.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: Up to £30,390.00 per year
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
- RCVS (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: IR113
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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