The Role
We are looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our fantastic team at Mainstone Veterinary Clinic. Day-to-day duties include: working in a close-knit team, in-patient care, anaesthesia, nurse clinics, lab, x-rays, dental and occasional reception duties.
This is a full-time position, working 5 days per week on a structured rota basis with a rotating Friday shift. You will work 1:5 Saturdays 8 am – 1 pm, there are no out-of-hours.
Why Join Us?
We are based in the picturesque area of Romsey, on the edge of the new forest and not far from Dorset beaches. There are fantastic transport links including local airports.
We have fantastic facilities and equipment including an x-ray, dental and dental x-ray, ultrasound, multiparameter, anaesthetic machines, lab machines and suction.
About the Team and Culture
By far the best part of our practice is our team, we have 6 vets, 5 nurses, 5 receptionists and 2 admins. We are a tight-knit, caring team and strongly promote CPD and those wanting to pursue certificates, as well as being a registered training practice. We run puppy parties and hold educational evenings for clients. We promote ourselves in the local community by doing school visits, open days, and brownies/ guides visits, and partake in the Romsey Show, Dogstival and New Forest Show. We are bee-friendly and hold a silver cat care award for being a cat-friendly practice, as well as being keen activists for the positive pawprint.
Are you the perfect fit?
We are looking for a mature experienced qualified veterinary nurse who is excited to be part of a close-knit team. You will be happy with working in sole charge and have patient care at the forefront of all you do. Our ideal person is friendly and approachable, with good communication skills and an eager attitude to learn.
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
5 weeks annual leave pro-rata including bank holidaysIncreasing 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 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
Additional
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailersPension 5% Employee/3% EmployerDiscounted staff pet care
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, 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.