The Role
We are looking for a passionate feline nurse to work at our busy cat clinic in Bath. We provide consultations and operate every weekday. The position is to work every Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8.30am-6.30pm at the cat clinic. These hours can be increased into a full-time role with 1 additional day/week working at our hospital. All nurses are expected to work 1:8 weekends and 1 bank holiday each year. The position does not include any night work.
About Us
We are located in a popular area of Bath which benefits from independent shops in walking distance and is easily commutable from Bristol and Wiltshire.
We have a fully equipped operating theatre, x-ray facilities and practice laboratory. The team at the Cat Clinic are very friendly and pride themselves on their welcoming service. We also benefit from the support of our 24-hour first opinion and referral hospital in Bath.
The team consists of 2 part-time vets and 1 nurse, supported by a receptionist each day.
Staff are actively encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge via in-house learning and CPD.
About the Team and Culture
We are a small, close-knit team that pride ourselves on being friendly and welcoming to new team members and clients. A successful applicant would be working with feline medicine certificate holders and an excellently equipment practice.
Applicant Requirements
This role would suit a Registered Veterinary Nurse with previous branch experience who enjoys client-facing and excels working in a close team.
It is essential applicants are passionate about feline-friendly nursing and strive for high standards of care.
A successful applicant would be confident to work as a sole nurse and understands the additional requirements and responsibilities of working within a branch.
Benefits – Subject to Pro Rata:
· Increasing holiday based on length of service
· CPD paid days and allowance
· L&D opportunities through the IVC Evidensia Academy
· Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
· Birthday leave
· RCVS Membership paid
· VDS cover
· Discounted veterinary fees
· Various discounts including retail & gym memberships
· Cycle to Work scheme
· Service-related company sick pay
· Initiatives focussed on employee wellbeing
· Relocation packages
· Career progression opportunities
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.