Job Details:
Our client are looking for a full time, dedicated and enthusiastic, registered veterinary nurse to join their team. Working across three practices within Inverness, you will join a well-established team working in rotation providing nurse consultations, theatre nursing and inpatient care. No two days are the same giving you a varied workload and a good mix of cases. You will be supported by a team of VCA’s and a dedicated dispensary assistant so your time can be utilised doing what you do best; nursing.
Working up to 40 hours per week across 5days, the shifts are worked in rotation with the rest of the team. The opening hours are: 8am to 8pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 6pm Friday and 8am to 4pm on a Saturday. The weeknight OOH cover is shared between the team on a rota basis with a maximum of 1 evening per week. The weekend OOH cover is shared with a neighbouring practice which means some weekends are on call and others are simply inpatient care. The current OOH weekend rota is 1:10, with an inpatient weekend cover in between. Out of hours work is compensated with time off in lieu. In addition, you are paid overtime for every hour worked. Part time hours would be considered for the right candidate.
This practice continually invest in cutting edge equipment allowing their staff to work to their full potential and provide the very best service for their patients. Current equipment includes; multiparameter monitoring, ADE, Doppler, top of the range digital Xray & processor and a fully equipped inhouse laboratory. They are always looking to develop their nurses so whatever your area of interest, The Vets are happy to support you through courses to enhance your skills.
Our client is passionate about wellbeing and want to encourage a good work-life balance. Surrounded by stunning scenery, the practices are based in areas that allow you to get out at lunchtime, whether it’s shopping, a walk in the woods or a peaceful walk. If the outdoor lifestyle is for you, then you would be hard pushed to live in a better place in Scotland as hillwalking, skiing, cycling, wild swimming and water sports are abundant here, and within easy reach. If you’re looking to travel further afield, the local airport has great connections to the rest of the UK and a few places in Europe.
Applicant Requirements:
You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse who wants the best for your patients and thrives in a busy practice. You will have excellent communication skills, follow instruction well and support your co-workers. If you are newly qualified, this practice can help you grow in your nursing career and build your confidence. If you have a few more years’ experience and have the desire to learn more, they will support you too.
Package:
- 6.6 weeks annual leave
- Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
- VDS cover
- RCVS fees
