*QUALIFIED VETERINARY NURSE *

Are you empathetic and caring with a passion for animal welfare? Do you have excellent communication skills and are you able to stay calm under pressure? Would you like the opportunity to work for a privately owned, independent, successful veterinary clinic? If so, please look no further. We are an established Small Animal Practice in the heart of Worcester, with a loyal client base and a dedicated veterinary team. We currently comprise of 3 vets, 3 qualified nurses,1 Practice Manager and 2 receptionists.
We have also opened a branch clinic in the area of St Peters, Worcester. All staff work at both locations so a driving licence is also essential
Previous experience is essential along with a great attitude and a strong work ethic
We can offer an enticing package including competitive rates, generous holiday entitlement and financial support for further training and CPD (with prior consent)
Normal working shift pattern for 37.5 hours p/w would be: 8:00-16:00, 8:00-12:30am -16:00-19:30pm on split days and 11:30-19:30pm
Saturday mornings are required at a ratio of 1:4

SKILLS

·The ability to communicate with pet owners, veterinary surgeons and people from a range of backgrounds
·Effective team working skills
·The ability to work independently and use own your initiative
·Strong attention to detail
·Able to adapt to change well
·Professional
·Flexible
·Excellent timekeeping
·Methodical
·Well organised
·Keen to learn and develop
·Empathetic and caring
·The ability to stay calm and composed in stressful situations and work well under pressure
If this sounds like your perfect job then we would love to hear from you
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Worcester, WR4 9NG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

• veterinary nursing: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• RCVS (required)

Work Location: In perso

Responsible for maintaining day to day duties of care and administration
·Care for hospitalised patients- including patient monitoring and health checking, feeding, grooming, and walking animals
·Dispatch lab work
·Perform diagnostic tests, e.g. blood sampling, urine analysis and x-rays
·Prepare animals for surgery and perform some minor procedures, e.g., suturing wounds and dental hygiene
·Monitor anaesthesia
·Assist veterinary surgeons with operations
·Work to the professional code of conduct
·Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the practice
·Confidently handle and restrain animals
·Scheduling appointments for clients and patients
·Dealing with payments
·Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing post/deliveries
·Use of practice software
·Cleaning out kennels and isolation