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Registered Veterinary Nurse - Full or Part-Time

Bath Veterinary Group, Keynsham Surgery, Keynsham, South West

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time, Part Time

Up to £32,240 DOE

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Registered Veterinary Nurse
Bath Veterinary Group, Keynsham Surgery
Up to £32,240 DOE
28.5 hours per week
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 8.30am to 6.30pm
Option to work 1 additional day per week at Rosemary Lodge to make the role full-time
1 in 8 weekends at Rosemary Lodge

Join a friendly branch team where you can take real ownership
Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a varied and rewarding role? We are seeking a passionate RVN to join our welcoming team at our Keynsham Surgery.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident nurse who enjoys branch life and working with autonomy, while still benefiting from the support of a larger hospital network.

Role Details
You will thrive in a branch setting as a sole nurse, playing a key role in the smooth running of the practice. This is a varied and hands-on role where your skills will be fully utilised.
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Running and developing nurse clinics
  • Monitoring anaesthesia and supporting surgical procedures
  • Supporting daily consults and theatre work
  • Assisting in the day-to-day operations of the surgery
  • Delivering excellent inpatient and preventative care
  • Building strong relationships with clients and their pets
  • You will work three days per week at Keynsham. For those seeking a full-time position, there is the option to work one additional day per week at our Rosemary Lodge hospital. Weekend shifts are based at Rosemary Lodge on a 1 in 8 rota.

    About the Practice
    Located in the heart of Keynsham, the practice offers a vibrant town setting with shops within walking distance and excellent rail links to both Bristol and Bath.
    Park Road Surgery is a busy first opinion branch where consultations and surgeries take place daily. The practice is well equipped with:
    Fully equipped operating theatre
    Digital x-ray facilities
    Dedicated in-house laboratory
    You will work alongside two experienced vets, a Veterinary Care Assistant and a dedicated receptionist, forming a close-knit and supportive team. In addition, you will benefit from the backing of our 24-hour first opinion and referral hospital at Rosemary Lodge in Bath, ensuring clinical support is always available when needed.

    What We’re Looking For
    We are seeking a friendly, proactive and confident RVN who enjoys branch nursing and working with a degree of autonomy.
    You will:
  • Be a qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse
  • Be confident in anaesthesia and general nursing duties
  • Enjoy building client relationships
  • Thrive in a small team environment

  • Because Our People Matter
    We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary up to £32,240 DOE, you will benefit from:

    Work Life Balance
  • 6.6 weeks annual leave
  • Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
  • Your birthday as a paid day off

  • Wellbeing
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
  • Non-accidental injury support

  • Development
  • £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro rata
  • Certificate support
  • Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Access to Vetlexicon, our online encyclopaedia provider
  • All our Vets and Nurses can apply for research funding
  • Infection Prevention and Control Programme
  • Quality Improvement Programme

  • Professional Memberships
  • VDS cover
  • RCVS fees

  • Additional
  • Pawsome Benefits, reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
  • Pension, 5 percent employee and 3 percent employer contribution
  • Discounted staff pet care
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    Bath Veterinary Group, Keynsham Surgery

    11 Park Road, Keynsham, BS31 1BX, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Dogs, cats & small pets

    Rabbit Friendly

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    At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

    Any questions before applying?

    Speak to Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Talent Partner

    Elliott Burgin

    elliott.burgin@ivcevidensia.com