We are looking for Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team in Totton.
Our Rota
This is a full-time position working a 40-hour week. Your shifts will be over Monday to Friday including some 8am starts and some 7pm closes. Saturday is a 4-hour shift from
8.30am:
12.30pm and it is usually a 1 in 5 rotation with time off in lieu. Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Whether you are looking for a 4 day week or part time hours, we are open to a discussion.
Day to day duties include theatre and prep-work, monitoring anaesthesia, inpatient care, laboratory work, phlebotomy, nurse consultations, assisting vets in consultations, prescription checking and assisting reception when required.
Our fully equipped practice
Totton has Silver Cat-Friendly status and is fully equipped with digital X-rays and ultrasounds, in-house lab machines and dental radiography. We are ideally located, with just a minutes' drive from the New Forest and a short drive to the market town of Romsey. We are also located close to Southampton as well as easy travel to the coast.
Discover the team that wants you
Across out sites, we have a supportive team of 5 Veterinary Surgeons, 2 of whom hold certificates in Dentistry and Ultrasound, 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses and a Student Veterinary Nurse. Our dedicated practice manager and supportive colleagues will ensure that you have all the resources and support you need to excel in your career (for example, we are happy to support a certificate).
Our team members at Totton include 4 Veterinary Surgeons (2 of whom hold certificates in dentistry and ultrasound), Practice Manager, Head Veterinary Nurse, 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses, a Student Veterinary Nurse and 5 Receptionists.
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 base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteriaVoluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit youAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
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.