• Location: Wolverhampton

  • Reference: JL23542

  • Sector: Vet Nurse Job

  • Job type: Permanent Jobs

  • Expires: 2023-06-17

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to fulfill a Full-Time position at a veterinary hospital located within Wolverhampton.

About The Practice

This practice is equipped with a CT scanner, in-house blood machines and digital microscope, digital x-ray, ultrasound, capnography, endoscopy, and dental x-ray.

The Role and Responsibilities

The required duties of this role include:

  • Preparing animals for theatre,
  • monitoring anaesthetics,
  • assisting in theatre when required,
  • positioning animals for x-rays,
  • performing nursing procedures as detailed under Schedule 3 of the Veterinary Surgeons Act,
  • providing intensive nursing care to hospitalised patients,
  • performing detailed and accurate kennel rounds,
  • performing nurse consultations,
  • promoting preventative health care for pets,
  • performing in house laboratory tests and stock control.

The Rota

  • Ideally the rota will include working 37.5 hours over 5 days per week.
  • Weekends are 1 in 10 with days off in the week given,

They are also keen to hear from those who may be looking for part time and flexible working hours.

Out-of-hours are available if wanted but it is not a necessity.

The Salary

The salary for this role will be up to £27,000  FTE depending on experience.

Applicant Requirements

This role would be perfect for a fully qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to expand their knowledge or expertise in hospital nursing. Equally, it would suit a newly qualified Veterinary Nurse or a second/third year Student Veterinary Nurse.

Benefits – Subject to Pro Rata:

  • Increasing holiday based on length of service
  • CPD paid days and allowance
  • L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Birthday leave
  • RCVS Membership paid
  • VDS cover
  • Discounted veterinary fees
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
  • Relocation packages
  • Career progression opportunities

For more information contact Jonathan Lewis below or email me jlewis@glvets.com / call me 01291 645871

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