Veterinary Nurse

We are a well-established, privately owned small animal practice located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire. 

Location: Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: Starting from £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

As a hospital and training practice, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality care and a supportive environment for our team members. Our busy team currently consists of 13 Vets, 17 RVNs, 4 SVNs, 3 VCAs, and a Hydrotherapist. Our clinic offers a diverse and interesting case load with state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Separate hospital and medical wards
• Theatre suite
• Dental suite
• Digital x-ray
• In-house laboratory
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Hydrotherapy treadmill

Role and Responsibilities

• Assist in providing the highest standard of veterinary care to patients.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team to manage a busy and varied caseload.
• Contribute to surgical, inpatient, and general nursing duties.
• Maintain high standards of patient and client care.
• Participate in the 1 in 9 OOH (Out of Hours) rota, which provides generous time off in lieu.
• Support and mentor Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs) within the practice.

Hours

• Full-time, 40 hours per week based on a 9-week rolling rota.
• Includes an average of one night shift per week.

Benefits

• CPD Allowance: £750 per year to encourage professional development
• Half-Price Veterinary Treatment for your pets
• Professional Fees: RCVS and BVNA membership paid
• Pension: Auto-enrolment with a 3% employer contribution
• Generous Time Off in Lieu

Requirements

• Qualified and registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN)
• A positive and proactive attitude towards patient care
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Nurse looking to join a supportive team in a modern and well-equipped practice, we would love to hear from you.