Branch veterinary nurse - united kingdom, dunbar, east lothian

posted on 24/08/2022

the role

we have an exciting opportunity for a registered veterinary nurse to join our team. the role will be sole charge branch nursing in our small animal branch practice, soon to house ophthalmology referral services and surgeries.

this is a part time role working 24 hours per week and we can be flexible with the shift patters and working hours. we are willing to discuss the hours further for the right candidate.

the role will include a mix of surgery and consulting where individuals will be encouraged to use their own clinical judgement and freedom you will work alongside our brilliant vets and front of house team to provide an excellent service and patient care. no weekends or ooh required.

salary

the salary for this role is up to gbp31,000 (fte) depending on experience.

about us

links vet group, 5 branch companion animal practice, have recently moved their dunbar site to a new modern unit with operating facilities. due to success of the move, we are ready to start operating and are looking for an enthusiastic confident nurse to join the friendly, ambitious team and take the successful branch further. we are lucky to have an ophthalmology certificate holder on our team, who will be working her referral service from the dunbar site, guaranteeing an exciting mix of general and referral surgeries and cases. the branch is walking distance to the both the seaside and train station- so coastal lunch breaks and an easy commute on offer!

about the team and culture

our team consists of 20 vets, with a 3-vet team working from the dunbar branch. we have seven wonderful nurses who work from our haddington branch, and regular communications and meetings would ensure you feel part of the team. time spent working in haddington also considered.

applicant requirements

registered with rcvs, team player but confidence and ambition to be sole charge managing nurse. interest in ophthalmology a plus!

benefits - subject to pro rata:

increasing holidays based on length of service

cpd paid days and allowance

l&d opportunities through the ivc evidensia academy

enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

birthday leave

rcvs membership paid

vds cover

discounted veterinary fees

various discounts including retail & gym memberships

cycle to work scheme

service-related company sick pay

initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

relocation packages

career progression opportunities

as a bame and lgbtq+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. as a disability confident employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

if this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.

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any questions before applying?

speak to margaret oliver from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

margaret oliver

senior talent partner

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