Registered Veterinary Nurse

 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join us on a 12-month Maternity Cover at the newly refurbished clinics of Gourley Veterinary Surgeons based in Ashton-under-Lyne and Denton.

This exciting opportunity is a full-time role, working approximately 38.5 hours per week and offering a salary of up to £30,000 FTE dependent on experience plus benefits.

You will be joining our established team on a 12-month Maternity Cover and will enjoy being part of a friendly, welcoming and supportive team, within a spacious practice. We are well equipped, with up-to-date equipment, are forward thinking and this role offers all aspects of general practice nursing.

We support our Nurses to deliver care at its best, and as a result we are proud to say there are many opportunities and pathways for Nurses within our wider group!

We have recently launched “CVS Nursing Career Pathway” intending to demonstrate clear career progression for nurses across first opinion, referral and equine practices. You can have lifelong career here, regardless of what your current interest is! Click here to find out more: https://vimeo.com/904977057/532bcae978?share=copy

 

The role…

· Provide high-quality nursing care to a variety of patients

· Assist our Vets during surgical and medical procedures

· Monitor and support the recovery of patients post-surgery

· Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

· Support and collaborate with your peers

· Contribute to the efficient running of the practice, including inventory management and client communication

· Support and run nursing clinics

 

You'll bring…

· Must be RCVS registered or equivalent

· A passion for animal care and welfare

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work effectively in a team and independently

· Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

 

Why us?

Our friendly and experienced veterinary team provide the highest quality of veterinary care, surgery and treatment – along with varied and exciting caseload, regular check-ups and routine procedures.

Our practice is in Tameside, Greater Manchester and has excellent transport links to Manchester and Stockport city centres, along with Manchester airport.

We are supported by MiNightVets Manchester for our out of hours emergencies.

 

Salary and Hours:

The salary is up to £30,000 depending on experience, plus benefits.

Full-time hours for this role are 38.5 hours per week and working 1 in 3 Saturdays.

Our opening hours are Monday to Friday 8am – 7pm and Saturdays 9am – 4pm

Part time opportunities also available

 

Our rewards package includes:

· Dedicated CPD support and access to a suite of internal courses developed by our in-house learning & development team of Vets and Nurses

· Free Knowledge Hub offering over 260 courses and 235 webinars covering a variety of clinical and non-clinical topics

· Wellbeing initiatives including access to over 280 wellbeing champions across our group

· Other Health and Wellbeing benefits include the Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounted Gym Membership

· Forward-thinking policies including fertility treatment, Pregnancy Loss, extended sick pay, enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave

· CVS Save as your earn scheme – purchase discounted shares in the company and benefit from the Group's increase in share price over that time!

· Health cash plans, discounted critical illness cover, 8 weeks' pay to support exceptional life events, private medical insurance available after the first month of service at discounted rates

· Practice Bonus Scheme

· Giving Back Day – a chance to volunteer for a charity/cause of your choice

· Workplace Pension

· Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

· RCVS and VDS support

· Discounted Treatment for your Pet/s

 

To apply…

To arrange a confidential chat or a visit to the practice to meet the team for an informal chat and cuppa, please contact Dave at 07780 436 395 / david.vaughan@cvsvets.com - You can also reach out directly to our Practice Director Amanda Smith at amanda.smith@cvsvets.com

If you're looking for a rewarding career with a supportive and dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to. 

 

routeto: david.vaughan@cvsvets.com