Description
Registered Veterinary Nurse - Near Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
• Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Hours: 40 hours per week over 4 days a week (8am until 6.30pm with a half hour unpaid lunch break) 1:6 Weekends
• OOH: one, regular night on-call per week (from 6pm until 10pm plus one weekend in six on-call (Friday 6pm until 10pm, Saturday 7am until 10pm, Sunday 7am until 10pm)
• Salary: Salary dependent on experience, responsibilities and qualifications
• Excellent independent practice who put animal welfare above all, with a focus on prevention over care
• The practice has spent years adopting the most ethical approaches, offering affordable prices and accurate assessments has been testament to their reputation
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About Us:
Selecting the right vet is a significant decision for any pet owner. Our three independent, family-run clinics provide specialised care for a range of small animals from the usual cats and dogs to more unique animals like chickens, owls, and wallabies. This supports you with the opportunity to work a varied caseload and a truly unique opportunity.
As a local, community-focused practice, clients appreciate the high standards of compassionate care for both pets and their families. Their highly qualified and caring team is trusted by around thousands of households throughout the region, where pets are treated with the dedication and attention.
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Role and Responsibilities:
Provide Compassionate Patient Care: Deliver attentive and empathetic care to animals during routine exams, treatments, and recovery, ensuring comfort and monitoring vital signs.
Assist in Surgical Procedures: Support veterinarians during surgeries by preparing the theatre, monitoring anaesthesia, and providing post-operative care.
Perform Diagnostic Tests: Conduct blood tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic procedures, interpreting results under the guidance of a veterinarian.
Administer Medications and Treatments: Dispense and administer prescribed medications, treatments, and vaccinations, and ensure accurate record-keeping.
Conduct Client Consultations: Offer guidance to pet owners on preventative care, nutrition, and general health, answering questions and providing follow-up care instructions.
Manage In-Patient Admissions and Discharges: Oversee the admission and discharge of patients, ensuring all information is recorded accurately and relayed effectively to the pet owner.
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Benefits:
Regular weekday off
Staff pets welcome
Generous staff pet discount
To act as a clinical coach for student nurses if applicable
Clinical coach payment of £750 per annum
Remuneration for OOH-
On call retainer of £600 per annum
call-out fee of £25 should the RVN be called out, out of hours
£18.45 per hour (pro rata for part of an hour) for out of hours work carried out between the end of your shift and 10pm
Mileage will be paid for travelling to and from the surgery for work carried out, out of hours, at 45 pence per mile
Holiday allowance - 5 weeks plus bank holidays (pro rata)
CPD allowance of £300 per annum. CPD is encouraged and supported with additional pay allowed.
RCVS fees paid
Uniform provided
Holiday and sickness cover may be required at other branches
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This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic team where career development is actively encouraged, and patient care is at the heart of everything they do.
To hear more about this fantastic opportunity, please contact Luke on 01904 570056 or send your up-to-date CV to [email protected]
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply
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