Registered Veterinary Nurse

Registered Veterinary Nurse
Wards Veterinary Centre, Elgin
Salary up to £30,160 depending on experience plus a relocation allowance up to £1,000

Wards Vets are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our lovely team. You will have a mixed day of nursing in-patients, assisting with surgical and diagnostic procedures, nurse consults and the opportunity to assist with schedule 3 procedures.

Rota patterns that work for you

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.

The role is 40 hours Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays and out of hours shared with other practices.

About Wards Veterinary Centre

Wards Vets are a RCVS accredited small animal practice based in Elgin, Moray close to beaches, mountains and fantastic dog walking areas. We have been a Veterinary Nurse Training Practice for many years, and we provide services for companion pets, such as cats, dogs, rabbits and other small furries.

Our practice hosts a wide range of equipment such as X-ray, Ultrasound, Dental X-ray machine and in-house lab equipment. We also pride ourselves in being a gold standard ISFM cat friendly practice.

Come and meet the team!

We believe all of our team are important and key to the success of Wards Vets. We will listen to your ideas and support development in your areas of interest wherever possible. We are a real family feel clinic with a strong team bond.
Our Clinical Director and Head Nurse leads our clinical team. Our friendly team is made up of 7 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 Veterinary Care Assistant, 3 Receptionists and a Practice Manager.

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

• 6.8 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 24 hours 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

For a confidential chat or to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Amelia Bateman, Talent Partner, on amelia.bateman@ivcevidensia.com/ 07970240849.

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Any questions before applying?

Speak to Amelia Bateman from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.