Registered Veterinary Nurse

Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity to shine? Look no further!
We're looking for a Part Time RVN to join our small animal practice nestled within the bustling Interchange Retail Park in Bedford. As part of the Pets at Home store, our location offers a fantastic work environment and easy access with plenty of onsite parking.
 
Why Choose Us?
At Bedford Companion Care, we are an RCVS accredited small animal practice with x-ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory, haematology, biochemistry, dentistry and isolation. We are accredited silver cat friendly clinic. We also have a visiting ultrasonographer, ophthalmologist and peripatetic surgeon for orthopaedic and advanced soft tissue surgeries. We are keen on sustainability and use low flow anaesthesia, segregated recycling and fur clipping recycling (making mats to soak up oil spills). We are also a silver accredited rabbit friendly practice, and have lap spay equipment in practice. 

You'll work alongside a dedicated team of 5 vets, 6 nurses, 1 VCA, and an exceptional client care team, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Our dedicated and highly experienced nursing team of 6 hold over 90 years of experience in total. Each nurse has a different area of expertise from advanced anaesthesia to Exotic nursing. 

We are a first opinion small animal practice but we do often see some exotics including birds and reptiles. Our Practice owner Jo, does hold a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice and we have two other vets who are particularly interested in exotics. 

Your Role:

This role is working 3 x 10 hour days (8:30am to 7pm), including 1 in 4 Saturdays (8:30am to 5pm). 

As a valued member of our team, you'll have the chance to utilise your nursing skills to the fullest. From admitting patients to monitoring anaesthetics, recovering, and discharging patients, your expertise will be instrumental in providing top-notch care. Don't worry; you won't be alone! You'll receive assistance from our VCA to ensure smooth operations in the theatre and patient prep areas.
 
Who We're Looking For:
Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newly qualified nurse, we welcome individuals with good general nursing experience and outstanding customer service skills. If you're cheerful, down-to-earth, and enthusiastic with a genuine passion for animal welfare, we want you on our team!
 

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary range of £28,000 to £32,000 (depending on experience)
• Professional Development: CPD allowance including funding towards certificates
• Work-Life Balance: Part Time (30 hours a week) with no OOH's or Sundays
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 5.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays (increasing after 2 years’ service)
• Financial Security: Company Pension, Life Assurance (4x Annual Salary), Contributory Pension Scheme
• Professional Memberships: Paid memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
• Discounts: 20% Colleague discount at Pets at Home and The Vet Group, plus exclusive company discounts and rewards
• Well-being Support: Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes

If you'd like any further information about this vacancy, the practice or our company please contact Emma from our Talent Acquisition team via email; eastvets@vets4pets.com for an informal and confidential conversation.

Location: MK42 7AZ

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!