Due to expansion and continued success, we are looking for an additional Night VN to provide high standards of care to patients.  The practice covers its own OOH and at present has 3 vets on-call. The team is growing, along with the practice and there are exciting plans for expansion. If you are passionate about emergency and critical care and also want a good work balance, this could be for you. 

The ideal candidate will be keen to keep their skills and knowledge up to date and a generous CPD allowance enables that. You will be supported by a talented and committed vets and nurses.

Benefits include:

• Excellent salary with an out of hours salary uplift.
• Pension scheme.
• Exclusive company discounts and reward schemes.
• CPD allowance and time off.
• Ability to buy extra holidays.

For more information regarding this and other vacancies, please contact Vet Search. 

4 branch Manchester based Veterinary Clinic is on the search for a Locum Vet to join their friendly small animal team.
Investing in their staff and facilities which include digital x-ray, dental radiography, ultrasound machines, flexible endoscopy and in-house laboratory machines this RCVS accredited practice delivers outstanding care to patients and clients alike. They are also the veterinary clinic of choice for several local and national animal rescue centres.

Benefits

• A positive supportive environment, working within a 10-vet (FTE) team, including 4 certificate holders and 2 vets working towards certificates.
• 4 day week. 
• No OOHs.
• Excellent weekend rota.
• 5 weeks + Bank holidays.
• 5 days paid CPD with a budget £1750/annum. 
• Certificate study is encouraged and funded by the practice.
• Up to £55,000 (Pro-rata) dependent on experience.
• Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS etc.)
• Workplace pension.
• Sick pay.
• Healthcare plan. 

Part time hours and permanent / temporary contracts will also be considered. 

Candidates eligible for a Frontier Worker Permit can also apply for this role:

For the purposes of getting a permit, a frontier worker is someone who met the following criteria before 31 December 2020 and has continued to meet them since:

• They are an EEA national (including Swiss nationals).
• They are not primarily resident in the UK.
• And they are one of the following:
  • A worker in the UK.
  • Self-employed in the UK.
  • A person who has retained the status of being self-employed/a worker.

For more information please contact Vet Search.       

Due to continues success, this forward thinking and progressive practice has an exciting opportunity for a new member of staff to join a 10 Vet and 16 Nurse team, based within a busy 24-hour small animal practice.

The successful candidate will work within a modern, spacious, and well-equipped clinic and a team that puts a strong focus on high clinical standards and patient care. You will need to be passionate about working to a high clinical standard, willing to offer exceptional customer service, and be an excellent team player.

The position is full time with some weekend and late-night cover and no OOHs overnight working.

• RCVS fees paid.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• Company pension.
• Healthcare plan.
• Wellbeing focus.
• Eco-friendly initiative.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Career progression opportunities.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a confident small animal Vet to work in a well-respected and experienced team of specialists.

The successful candidate will join a busy small animal practice with a passionate, close knit team that is dedicated to offering compassionate care to the pets and their owners, and where continuity of care is encouraged.

This collaborative and respectful team consists of 9 vets, 9 nurses and a wonderful support team of 15. 

This established practice is looking for a senior veterinary surgeon who holds the same values as the team, and ideally with at least 4 years’ experience, however, this is flexible for the right candidate.

The position is full time and permanent working 40 hours per week with no OOHs or bank holidays. There are just 1 in 7 / 1 in 8 Saturday mornings from 8am-12pm and most weekday day shifts are 8 hours.

There is opportunity to progress within the practice and take over some managerial responsibilities as the Clinical Director looks to reduce hours to retirement. This is an excellent opportunity to make the role your own! Full support will be given to help develop managerial skills if needed.

Benefits:

• RCVS and VDS paid
• 5 CPD days.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• Healthcare plan.
• Company pension.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.

 Must haves:

• RCVS registered and qualified
• Post graduate experience with small animals.
• Valid right to work in the UK
• Excellent communication skills
• Team player

To find out more about this and other vacancies please contact Vet Search.

• RVN VACANCY - MONDAY - FRIDAY
• NO OOH
• NO WEEKENDS
• NO LATE SHIFTS.

We are excited to present an opportunity for a confident RVN to join a busy, independent veterinary clinic in a lovely part of North London with good transport links.

Required to start as soon as possible, you will work as Head Veterinary Nurse supporting a friendly, close-kit and non-hierarchical 2 vet team, which has plans to expand. 

A full range of nursing duties including assistance with standard operations and procedures (spays, castrates, dentals etc.) and X-Rays and although busy, your working environment will be relaxed. 

The position is full time working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday from 8am-4pm, with no OOH or weekends. 

Benefits:

• Competitive salary between £25,000 and £30,000 depending on experience.
• Company pension.
• Professional membership fees paid.
• CPD allowance.

Previous Head Nurse experience is not required and applications from SVNs awaiting OSCEs/results are also welcome. 

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced RVN to join a fantastic team as Head Nurse at a busy, well equipped RCVS accredited 24-hour Small Animal Hospital & Veterinary Emergency Service.With the current Head Nurse returning to a more clinical role, this practice looking for an exceptional applicant to help guide a wonderful team and drive the business forward.

The successful candidate will be overseeing a team of 22 day nurses, 4 night nurses and 4 kennel assistants, as well as helping with the planned hospital development and expansion of already amazing facilities.

The ideal candidate will have good leadership and communication skills and a strong passion and drive for the veterinary industry. The role involves a mixture of clinical and administrative work to support and encourage the growth of the team and practice. Previous Head Nurse or management experienced preferred, however, not essential. 

Overview:

• 40 hours per week:
• 4 days per week plus 1:7 full weekends, 1:14 Saturdays.
• Competitive salary.
• CPD allowance.
• Professional membership fees paid.

For further information regarding this and other vacancies, please contact Vet Search.  

Experienced or Graduate Vets are invited to apply for this exciting opportunity within an independent RCVS accredited small animal practice.

Are you looking to develop your clinical knowledge? Maybe looking for that all important career move where you can really stand out and make a difference? 

We are excited to be recruiting on behalf of a well established independent hospital located in the Hertfordshire countryside and within easy reach of London, Cambridge and Essex.

The successful candidate will join a friendly 14 vet team with a great reputation for care, service and quality within the local community. You will be confident in your abilities, friendly and dynamic.

Applications are invited from both experienced and graduate vets.

The position is full time working 4 days per week. Clinical freedom is actively encouraged, allowing the opportunity for you to think for yourself. They are proud to provide their own OOHs where you will share a 1 in 8 night and weekend rota.

Toys include digital x-ray, video-endoscopy, doppler ultrasound, high speed dental drill, dental x-ray, tonometry, operating microscope, ASIF, and hydrotherapy suite.  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Pension.
• 5 weeks holiday.
• CPD allowance.
• Pension contribution.
• Fuel allowance etc.
• RCVS fees paid and VDS cover provided.

To find out more, or to apply, please contact Vet Search. 

We are excited to present an opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join an independently owned, small animal veterinary hospital based in West London. 

This is a varied role that would suit someone who enjoys using their initiative and is able to work accurately, to a high standard, ensuring the best care is given to our patients and clients.

Offering exceptional round the clock care, treatment and facilities, as well as all the routine consultations, health checks and procedures expected at a family vet. 

With an ever increasing client base, this supportive team is delighted with their reputation for the highest standards of care, meaning that many new pet owners register every day.

Role responsibilities:

• Anaesthesia
• Inpatient care
• Dentistry
• Positioning for radiography
• Use and maintenance of lab machines
• Admissions and nurse consult procedures

Preferred experience (training can be provided):

• Orthopaedic surgical nursing
• Chemotherapy nursing
• Endoscopy nursing
• Capnography

 Personal qualities:

• Passionate about delivering exceptional care to our patients
• Collaborative, you enjoy working with others
• A strong communicator, you understand the importance of keeping everyone updated
• The ability to multi-task, managing several demands simultaneously
• Flexible and adaptable
• Kind & compassionate to pets, owners and colleagues alike
• Good humoured, you have a positive ‘can do’ outlook

Hours & facilities:

The role is mainly daytime working, but there is a requirement for out of hours patient care or emergencies on a rota’d basis.

Work takes place in a purpose-built hospital comprising two surgical suites, an imaging suite, a large central prep-hub and separate dog & cat facilities.

Rewards:

• RCVS fees paid
• Workplace pension
• Benefits package including free coffees, cinema tickets, store discounts
• Online GP service for 24/7 face to face GP consults and online prescriptions
• Discounted pet food and veterinary services for own pets
• CPD funded
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Up to £29,000 depending on experience (plus paid overtime)

Lead by a highly qualified Vet who performs many surgical procedures on site, there are plenty of  development opportunities. 

Locum RVN required - Merseyside

We have a great opportunity for a locum RVN to work 4 days a week from July, for approx. 6-9 months covering maternity leave. Whilst longer term availability is preferred, all availability will be considered. The practice is a friendly, 1st opinion small animal practice on the Wirral.

The shift pattern is 9am - 7pm with 1:4 Saturdays and a day off the following week when working a weekend. There is a possibility that hours can be reduced and spread over 5 days if preferred, for the right candidate.
Accommodation is available if needed.

Competitive pay rates available.

Friendly, 1st opinion, small animal practice.

We are looking for a driven Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a large, well equipped practice in South Yorkshire, to drive high clinical standards and where there is a large scope to generate a dedicated client base.

As well as your day to day duties within practice caring for your patients and clients, you will play a key role in leading and managing the team. You will have the drive and ambition to develop the practice client base, ensuring high standards of care are always delivered.

As qualified MRCVS, you’ll already have good experience gained in small animal practice. You’ll be competent in clinical examination and surgery and confident working sole charge or as part of the wider team. Sharing our values being trustworthy, caring and progressive, you will have all the softer skills essential to working effectively and empathetically, such as good communication skills, mediation experience, and the ability to share knowledge and lead by being an outstanding, positive example to others.

Benefits include:

• Up to £65,000 salary package.
• CPD plus CPD leave.
• RCVS, BVA and VDS fees paid.
• This role is full time working 4 days per week with 1:4 full weekends.
• Branch Partnership opportunities within this practice are also available where you can own part of the clinic and have complete clinical freedom.

You will join a large practice equipped with the latest technology, including ECG, In-house lab, ultrasound, orthopaedic and operating theatre.

This is a great location with easy transport links to both the M1 and the A1.

A friendly, small animal practice close to Guildford is looking for a confident RVN to support their team on an on-going basis, or for as long as you are able to offer.

Ideally you'll be available to work full time covering:

• 4 days per week between Monday and Friday 
• A possibility of the occasional Saturday depending on staff holidays. 
• Shifts pattern of 8am-6.30pm and 8.30am-7pm. 
• No out of hours or on-call duties. 
• Competitive pay rates. 

This well-equipped and well-established practice will give you the opportunity to utilise all of your nursing skills with a varied caseload and friendly clients. 

To discuss your availability and the booking details further, please contact Vet Search.

We are looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse, or final year SVN due to sit OSCEs, to join a busy small animal practice on the outskirts on Nottingham. The practice is fully equipped including a separate operating theatre, digital x-ray, ultrasound and endoscopy with access to MRI and CT scanner at the orthopaedic referral clinic.

The successful candidate will join a large team consisting of 4 vets, one of which holds a certificate in surgery, RVNs, SVNs and PCAs.

This position provides you with the opportunity to develop nursing clinics and use your initiative to promote new ideas.

The position is full time covering 40 hours per week with weekends on a rota basis.

This is an exciting time to join with growth and development encouraged within your role.

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary of up to £23,500 per annum, depending on experience.
• CPD allowance and time off for this.
• Ongoing training relevant to your role.
• Company pension scheme.
• RCVS and VDS fees paid.
• 4-5 weeks paid annual leave (depending on your qualification status).
• Exclusive company discounts and rewards.
• A friendly, supportive environment within a rewarding role.

You must be a Veterinary Nurse who is registered with the RCVS, or a final year Student Veterinary Nurse eligible for RCVS registration.

Please contact Vet Search for more details about this and other vacancies.

Due to expansion an exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join an independent small animal veterinary practice close to Stockton-on-Tees. The practice has gone from strength to strength in recent years and due to its continued success both the veterinary and nursing teams are expanding. 

The ideal candidate will be caring and compassionate, confident with routine surgery and offer excellent customer communication skills. You will have complete clinical freedom with a daily workload include both consultations and routine operations. 

The position is full time working 4 days per week with just 1 in 3 Saturday mornings.  This exciting opportunity offering a competitive salary dependent on experience, no OOHs, Sundays or Bank Holidays. 

You will join a friendly and supportive working environment and benefit from paid RCVS and VDS memberships,  CPD allowance with time off and pension contributions.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Vet Search. 

We are excited to present an opportunity for a Graduate Veterinary Surgeon to join a 3 branch small animal practice.

The branches are fitted with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities with an established client base and varied case loads. Referral cases that may require the more advanced diagnostic testing equipment are accommodated and all patients are treated with the utmost care and attention.

The full time (part time applications will be considered) rota is based on 40 hours per week over 4 days with 1 in 7 full weekends when time is given in lieu. One other Saturday morning (8am-11.30am) in seven is also required. There are no OOHs responsibilities included in this role and there will be no sole charge until you are ready. Weekends will be supported by another Vet.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary.
• £1750 CPD allowance plus time off to pursue this.

• 33 days (including bank holidays) annual leave.
• Accommodation available.
• Company pension.
• Professional membership fees paid.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

You must be eligible to work in the UK and hold (or be eligible to apply for) RCVS registration in order to be considered for this position.

Due to expansion and continued growth of this independent practice, an opportunity has arisen for a full time Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a friendly, supportive team close to Stockton-on-Tees.

The practice has gone from strength to strength in recent years and is extremely busy with a varied caseload. There is plenty of opportunity to utilise your nursing skills where you will also be responsible for supporting the vets with taking care of the wellbeing of pets. You will maintain a clean and hygienic environment at all times, assist with animal handling, set up and monitor patients through their surgery and time in the practice. 

The position is full time working 39.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8.30am-6.30pm with just 1 in 3 Saturday mornings 8.30am-12pm. There is no OOHs responsibility within this role.

• Monday - Friday.
• 1 in 3 Saturdays - mornings only.
• No Out of Hours, Sundays or Bank Holidays.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• RCVS membership paid.
• VDS membership paid.
• Annual CPD allowance.
• Pension contributions.

This is a great opportunity for either a recently qualified RVN or someone with more experience offering fresh ideas to a dynamic team.  

For more information, please contact Vet Search.