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Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal

Lamond Veterinary Clinic, Livingston, Livingston, Scotland

Discipline: Small Animal

Full Time

Up to £30,000 per annum

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Join a Supportive and Progressive Team


Lamond Veterinary Clinic is seeking a qualified and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly and welcoming team. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive and collaborative practice that values high standards of care and professional development.

Enhance and Broaden Your Skills


This varied role offers exposure to a full range of general practice nursing duties. You will assist with theatre and surgical procedures, perform radiography and dental X-rays, and deliver general inpatient care. Your responsibilities will also include conducting nurse consultations, managing the pharmacy, and supporting the team with administrative tasks. Whether you’re looking to broaden your skills or refine existing ones, this role provides an ideal platform for development in a busy, well-rounded practice environment.

Work with Modern Facilities


Our practice is fully equipped to provide comprehensive care and features a recently refurbished clinical space. Facilities include a dedicated theatre, digital radiography, dental X-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory equipment, and multiparameter monitoring. We also have separate dog and cat wards to support species-specific care and comfort.
Conveniently located in Murieston, Livingston, the clinic offers easy access to both Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as direct transport links via two nearby train stations—one of which is right next to the practice. Our location also provides a gateway to Scotland’s scenic Highlands.

A Team That Truly Cares


You’ll be joining a committed and experienced team made up of 8 vets, 13 nurses, 2 veterinary care assistants, and 8 support staff. We pride ourselves on maintaining a collaborative working culture where every team member is supported, appreciated, and encouraged to thrive.

Working Hours


This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, within a flexible rota pattern between 8:00AM and 7:00PM. The role also includes participation in a 2 in 9 Saturday rota, with shifts from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. There are no out-of-hours or on-call duties, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance. We will also accept part-time applications.

Why Join Us?


We offer a supportive, growth-focused work environment, where you’ll have a significant impact on our operations and client experience. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

Work Life Balance

  • 6.8 weeks annual leave
  • Additional time off for your birthday 

  • Wellbeing

  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
  • Non-accidental injury support

  • Development

  • CPD Allowance 
  • Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
  • Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider
  • Infection prevention and control programme
  • Quality Improvement Programme

  • Professional Memberships

  • VDS Cover
  • RCVS Fees

  • Additional 

  • Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
  • Pension scheme
  • Discounted staff pet care
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    Lamond Veterinary Clinic, Livingston

    Bankton Square, Murieston, Livingston, EH54 9EY, 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 Bethany Baker from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Talent Partner

    Bethany Baker

    bethany.baker@ivcevidensia.com