Job Description

If you are a current Linnaeus Associate, you will need to apply internally. In order to do this, please contact our Talent Acquisition team (details can be found via The Link) and someone will be in touch to discuss and progress your application.

Job Title:

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location:

Boundary Vets

Job Type

: Full time, permanent

Hours:

40 hours per week, including 1 in 5 Saturdays 9.30am-1.30pm.

Salary:

Starting from 28,000/annum, depending on experience


Boundary Vets are seeking an RVN to join our friendly, close knit and well-established practice in Abingdon, Oxfordshire.

About the Role

This is a permanent, full-time position. The working hours are:

Monday to Thursday: 8 hour shifts between 8am and 7pm Friday: 7 hour shifs between 8am and 6:30 pm 1:5 Saturdays 9.30am-1.30pm

There is no requirement for out-of-hours cover and limited reception duties - allowing our nurses to focus on what they do best.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

An RVN (preferably with at least 1 years post qualification experience) Team spirited and passionate about quality care Interested in nurse consults and dentistry Wanting to do Schedule 3 procedures Interested in supporting with SVN training and ideally open to becoming a Clinical Coach in the future (if not already one).
You'll be working alongside a wonderful team including a very supportive PCA team, and you'll be fully supported by the whole nursing team.

About the Practice

Boundary is a friendly and close-knit practice with a warm community feel. Located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, we benefit from:

Excellent public transport links A well-equipped site with a fully equipped theatre, dental suite, excellent imaging facilities including a high-quality ultrasound, and multi-parameter monitoring Recently refurbished reception area and consult rooms.

Culture & Support

We pride ourselves on having a genuinely supportive culture:

Regular CPD and learning opportunities Regular team meetings and communication Career development opportunities (including additional qualifications if desired) Schedule 3 procedures encouraged Social team culture with events, summer BBQ (with bouncy castle), and post-work catch-ups.

Day-to-Day Duties

The role encompasses all nursing skills including:

Monitoring anaesthesia and theatre duties Ward and inpatient nursing Running nurse consults one day/week (e.g. weight clinics, admits, discharges, geriatric etc) Working collaboratively with the vet, nurse, PCA and CCA teams.

Next Steps

If you're looking for an RVN position where you can use all your nursing skills, have your growth supported, and be part of a friendly team, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays Additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday Enhanced equal family leave Enhanced sickness policy RCVS & VDS fees paid CPD allowance and allocated CPD days Access to an extensive range of clinical and non-clinical learning and development programmes Progression & development opportunities Staff discount schemes Discounts with PetPlan Wellness program, including; Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Gym membership discount Cycle2Work scheme Eye care vouchers Flu vaccine voucher Recruitment reward scheme

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone. For more information, click here https://www.linnaeusgroup.co.uk/about-us/health-and-wellbeing

How to Apply

To apply, click "Apply Now" or contact Purvi Kataria at

purvi.kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk

for more information or a confidential discussion.


We look forward to hearing from you.


Boundary Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.



At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You'll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best - care for pets.



We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.



All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Boundary Vets, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at purvi.kataria@linnaesugroup.co.uk


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We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people. Why Linnaeus? - We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets - We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet - We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing - valuing equity, diversity and inclusion - We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one. We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future. Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk