RVN
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse 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.
THE ROLE
This is a full time position which includes a rotation of day, twilight and night shift patterns across 7 days per week. Your responsibilities will revolve around caring for medical, surgical, and high-dependency patients, ensuring they receive optimal care.
(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.
· 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.
· Able to use initiative and work independently as well as within a team.
· Communicates to a high standard, across all areas and works well as part of a team.
WHAT WE OFFER
· Base salary - £31,000 to £36,000 per year (pro rata) (experience and skill dependant)
· 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (we also allow an extra 5 days for length of service).
· Extra day off for your birthday
· CPD allowance per year
· Private health care
· SMART pension
· Pet insurance contribution
Please email your CV and covering letter to emma.phillips@optivet.com
Are you interested in learning more about Optivet?
Whether you are a budding veterinary nurse, a training veterinarian, or just starting out on your animal care journey, we can provide work experience and shadowing opportunities for you at our main hospital in Havant.
Please contact our education and development officer for more details at learning@optivet.com
We are fully booked for T-Level work experience for this academic year.
We will be interviewing for 2025-2026 placements next June. If you are interested in a placement for the next academic year, please get in touch with learning@optivet.com nearer the time.