2 x Registered Veterinary Nurses - 32 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic and passionate Registered Veterinary Nurses to join our inclusive team here at Optivet.

Optivet is an independent practice providing first line 24/7 emergency care with expert emergency clinicians as well as providing a specialist referral service in Ophthalmology, Surgery, Internal Medicine and Anaesthesia.

Our team focuses on all aspects of our patients wellbeing. Through knowledge-based growth and outstanding nursing care, our clinicians deliver effective treatments plans for our patients, keeping our clients informed throughout, founded on what we would want for our own pets.

Underpinned by our core values, we provide a culture where our team is supported and able to thrive, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth.

About the role

This is a part time position (32 hours on average per week, on a 6 week rolling rota) which may include a rotation of day, night and twilight shift patterns across 7 days per week. Exact shift pattern to be confirmed once candidates hired.

Working a twilight shift every other Sunday is a mandatory requirement of this shift pattern.

This also includes on call. Your responsibilities will revolve around caring for medical, surgical, and high-dependency patients, ensuring they receive optimal care.

More than just a job; you make a commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of our beloved animals. Your keen attention to detail, coupled with your empathetic approach to patient care, will contribute towards an already established culture of excellence within our RVN team.

Our vibrant and friendly specialist and nursing team have exceptional knowledge and experience which allows for an excellent working environment, with plenty of support and development (full induction and training provided)

(Full job description available on request)

About you

To succeed in this role, you must be dynamic, well organised with high attention to detail. You must be able to show empathy and work in a fast-paced environment, whilst demonstrating exemplary teamworking skills.

Above all, you must be passionate about providing a high standard and quality of care to your patients and clients.

In addition:

· Be a qualified RVN with at least 2-3 years’ previous experience.

· Referral experience would be an advantage.

· Experience of emergency work would be an advantage.

· Well organised with exceptional attention to hygiene and cleanliness.

· Calm under pressure.

· Able to use initiative and work independently as well as within a team.

· Focused CPD record.

· Communicates to a high standard, across all areas and works well as part of a team.

Our package

• 26.5 days holiday per year, including Bank Holidays (prorated from 33 days per year)
• CPD allowance per year
• Private health care
• SMART pension
• Free onsite parking
• Pet insurance contribution
• Electric car scheme

Please visit our website Optivet.com to read more about what we do.

To apply – please email through your CV and covering letter to [email protected]

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £27,427.64-£29,120.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Havant PO9 2NJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Veterinary Nursing: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• RCVS registration (required)

Work Location: In person