Registered Veterinary Nurse - Small Animal (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Easter Ross Vets is looking for an RVN to join the team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, working across their practices in Invergordon and Tain. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to delivering excellent patient care and keen to be part of a supportive, community-focused practice. About The Role As a valued member of our nursing team, you’ll play a central role in delivering high-quality clinical care. Your daily responsibilities will be varied and rewarding, including: Inpatient care Theatre and anaesthesia support Pharmacy management Nurse consultations You’ll work 40 hours per week across 4 or 5 days, with no out-of-hours or on-call duties. At present there are no weekend shifts, though these may be introduced in the future. We pride ourselves on offering excellent work‑life balance while maintaining exceptional standards of veterinary care. About Us Easter Ross Vets is well‑equipped with modern diagnostic and treatment facilities, enabling us to care for a wide range of cases efficiently and compassionately. From routine check‑ups to emergency presentations, we treat every patient as if they were our own. We continually strive for improvement and value client feedback to ensure we’re providing the best service possible. Our emergency care is supported 24/7 through our partnership with Highland Vet Emergencies. A Beautiful Place to Live and Work Situated just north of Inverness, our Invergordon practice is surrounded by breathtaking Highland scenery and steeped in rich Pictish history. Whether you enjoy hillwalking, water sports, or exploring charming historical towns, you’ll find plenty to love in this vibrant and welcoming region. Why Join Easter Ross Vets? Community‑centred practice with branches in Invergordon, Tain, and Alness Strong integration with local clients and surrounding towns Easy access to Inverness Airport and city amenities Supportive, collaborative team culture About You We’re looking for a qualified and fully registered RVN who is committed to excellence in patient care and clinical service. A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and a passion for nursing are essential. Because our employees matter We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from… Work‑life balance 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday Wellbeing Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership Non-accidental injury support Development £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid leave pro rata Certificate Support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets