RVN – Penzance

Are you a compassionate and skilled Veterinary Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity in Penzance? Our clients are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Nurse to join their friendly team.

This is a well-established and highly regarded Veterinary practice located in the beautiful coastal town of Penzance. This practice provides a wide range of veterinary services to Mixed Species, Small, Equine and Farm, who pride themselves on delivering exceptional veterinary care.

This is a 40hour week position with a salary of £30,000.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Assisting our Veterinarians in various procedures, including surgeries, dental treatments, and medical examinations.
• Providing compassionate nursing care to patients, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing post-operative recovery.
• Conducting diagnostic tests and laboratory work, such as blood sampling, urinalysis, and radiography.
• Educating and advising Pet owners on topics such as nutrition, vaccination, and general healthcare.
• Maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring all necessary documentation is up to date.
• Collaborating with the veterinary team to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.
• Assisting in the training and mentoring of junior veterinary staff.
• A fair share of the OOH Rota

To be considered for the Veterinary Nurse position, you should meet the following requirements:

• Must be a qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Proficient in various Veterinary Nursing techniques, including anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and empathize with pet owners.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A passion for providing the highest level of patient care and customer service.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.

When joining this team you can enjoy the following benefits:

• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to modern facilities and advanced veterinary equipment.
• Employee discounts on Veterinary services and products.
• Work-life balance with a manageable working schedule.
• £600.00 CPD Allowance per annum
• Health Shield – wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage
• RCVS Membership paid
• One other membership subscription
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• CPD/training support
• Company sick pay
• Colleague engagement survey
• Annual pay reviews
• Focus on employee wellbeing

If this sounds like the right practice for you, send your CV to mgl@glvets.com and phone Mia on 01291 645871.