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Form of workRegistered Veterinary Nurse
Lime Trees Vets, Cheadle
Salary up to £30,000 (experience-dependent) plus fantastic benefits
Calling All Cat Lovers! Join Our Purr-fect Team at Lime Trees Vets
Are You a Cat Whisperer? Lime Trees Cat Clinic Wants You!
Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse who shares a deep bond with our feline friends? If you're nodding along, you're in the right place! Lime Trees Vets is on a mission to revolutionize cat care, and we need your expertise to make it happen.
Why Lime Trees Vets?
A cat's paradise: Lime Trees Cat Clinic is the regions only dedicated feline veterinary practice. Imagine spending your days in a serene, enriching, and supportive environment, surrounded by cats!
Cat whisperer wanted: We're looking for experienced Veterinary Nurses who can work their magic in consultations and, ideally, surgeries too.
What's in It for You?
At Lime Trees Vets, we roll out the red carpet for our team members:
Competitive salary: Your dedication and experience are valued, and we reflect that in your compensation.
A supportive family: We're all about teamwork, knowledge sharing, having fun, and indulging in snacks – all while taking exceptional care of our patients.
Happy work-life balance: Enjoy fantastic Vet/Nurse/Support Staff ratios (including VCAs) that ensure top-notch patient care, regular breaks, and minimal overtime.
Goodbye to Barking and Heavy Lifting: Say farewell to headaches caused by constant barking and restraining hefty patients. We're all about the feline lifestyle.
Room to Grow: Your role is interesting and varied, with opportunities for personal and professional growth within the clinic.
Investing in You: We've got your RCVS fees covered and offer a generous CPD budget to fuel your learning.
Flexible Contracts: While we'd love to have you full-time, we're open to negotiations for the right person.
Loyal clientele: Enjoy the benefits of a dedicated and responsible pet owner base.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our recently refurbished, well-equipped practice includes digital X-ray, ultrasound, dental X-rays, bronchoscope, K-laser, ECG, and more.
What Sets Lime Trees Vets Apart?
Purr-fect Cat-Centric Care: Lime Trees Cat Clinic is exclusively devoted to cats, ensuring minimal stress for our patients. Referral cases are seen both at the cat clinic and our state-of-the-art hospital in Meir Park.
Cutting-edge facilities: Our clinics boast separate theatres, digital X-ray, dental theatre (with dental X-ray), species-specific wards, isolation units, K laser therapy, and advanced endoscopy at our Hospital site. We even perform laparoscopic surgery at our Hospital site!
Teaching environment: We foster a learning atmosphere, welcoming vet students and student nurses. Our experienced team is passionate about ultrasound scanning and loves teaching new skills and techniques.
Supportive team: You'll be part of a diverse and experienced team, ranging from newly qualified professionals to specialists. We're here to support each other.
Work-life balance: Your shifts will be spread across 5 days a week with a flexible 4 or 5-day working style of your choice. You'll have your shift schedule a minimum of 6 weeks in advance, within the timeframe of 7 am to 7 pm.
No Out of Hours: Enjoy your free time without worrying about out-of-hours shifts. You'll work 1 in 5 Saturdays and 1 in 9 back-up shifts for Saturdays, ensuring a balanced lifestyle.
Community Involvement: We're not just about veterinary care; we're passionate about giving back to the community. Join us in charity fundraisers and local events, working closely with animal charities.
Location Highlights: Stoke-on-Trent offers easy access to Alton Towers, picturesque countryside including the Peak District, and nearby towns and cities via train.
The Perfect Fit
You should embody these qualities:
Unconditional Love for Cats: Non-negotiable!
Passion for Reducing Stress: Use respectful, fear-free handling techniques to ensure the comfort of our patients.
Desire to Progress: Be ready to run our well established disease clinics, educate clients, and provide all-around patient care.
Strong Work Ethic: Drive the practice and ensure smooth business operations.
Versatility: Move seamlessly between surgical, medical, and consult nursing. You will predominantly at the Cat Clinic, but some shifts will also be at our Hospital in Meir Park.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from –
Work-life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support
Development
• £550 CPD allowance with 3 days paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
Additional
• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care
If you're ready to make a difference in the world of veterinary nursing while enjoying a supportive team and excellent facilities, Lime Trees Vets is the place for you!
Apply today and embark on a rewarding journey with Lime Trees Vets
For a confidential chat or to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Gavin Gallagher, Talent Partner, on the contact number provided.
To submit your application, click the apply now button.
