Registered Veterinary Nurse
Bryn and Golborne Veterinary Centre, Ashton-in-Makerfield
Up to £31,824 DOE
36–40 hours per week
Flexible rota depending on candidate preference, typically across 4 days
1 in 4 Saturdays, 9.00am–12.00pm
No out-of-hours requirements
Join a busy and supportive practice with a varied caseload
Bryn and Golborne Veterinary Centre is looking for a confident and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team.
Working across our two sites, you will become part of a welcoming and collaborative team where nurses play a key role in delivering high standards of patient and client care.
Role Details
This is a varied and hands-on nursing role within a busy first opinion practice. You will be involved in all aspects of patient care, from theatre work to preventative healthcare support.
Your responsibilities will include:
Admitting and discharging patients for routine proceduresRunning nurse clinics and supporting preventative healthcare plansMonitoring anaesthesia and supporting surgical proceduresMaintaining accurate patient and medical recordsPerforming routine laboratory proceduresAssisting with radiography and ultrasound scanningSupporting inpatient care and recovery monitoringEnsuring correct disposal of clinical wasteMaintaining stock control and rotationEnsuring SOPs and health and safety protocols are followedYou will also help clients make the most of our preventative healthcare plans and provide guidance on products and ongoing pet care.
About the Practice
Bryn and Golborne Veterinary Centre operates across two sites, Bryn Veterinary Centre and Golborne Veterinary Centre. You will work across both practices depending on the rota.
Located in Ashton-in-Makerfield within the borough of Wigan, the area offers excellent transport links including a nearby train station, motorway access and plenty of countryside walks.
Our team currently includes:
5 Veterinary Surgeons5 Registered Veterinary Nurses2 Student Veterinary Nurses5 Client Care AdvisorsPractice DirectorWe are a busy first opinion practice with a varied caseload and a supportive team environment where collaboration and professional development are encouraged.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse who is:
Confident and enthusiasticFriendly and supportive within a team environmentOrganised with strong attention to detailPassionate about delivering excellent patient careYou will also have access to extensive internal training resources and opportunities to develop your skills further.
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 £31,824 DOE, you will benefit from:
Work Life Balance
6.6 weeks annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceYour birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membershipNon-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon, our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets and Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits, reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailersPension, 5 percent employee and 3 percent employer contributionDiscounted staff pet care