Veterinary Nurse Vacancy, Portland Vets, Edenbridge, Surrey
About us:
Portland Vets is one of the few remaining independent vet practices with sites in East Grinstead, Edenbridge, Horley and our newest Crawley with our own purpose built, multi-story hospital. We pride ourselves on being innovative and forward thinking, updating our protocols based on current evidence-based medicine and in house audits.
Our Edenbridge practice was purpose-designed and opened in 2013 to provide a comfortable workspace and a layout that optimises workflow from consultation rooms and wards to prep and theatre. We have great facilities, including in house laboratory, ultrasound, dental X-ray and multi-parameter monitoring. Our Edenbridge clinic is unique in the area for having a stand alone cat-only clinic adjacent to the main practice. We are a gold standard ISFM cat-friendly practice, demonstrating we are committed to providing the highest quality care for our feline patients.
We are committed to continuous improvement and keen to invest in both our team and facilities to support this.
Our Team:
We’re a friendly, supportive team that enjoys working together to provide the best care for our patients and led by a compassionate leadership team. Our experienced clinical team of vets, 3 RVNs, 1 SVN, 1 PCA and 2 receptionists, comprises a range of interests. We encourage and support development of our skills and knowledge. You will be able to use all of your nursing skills and have the opportunity to pursue any areas of special interest.
The role:
This is a fixed term, part time maternity cover RVN role based at our Edenbridge site, 24-40 hours per week, comprising of 8 hour shifts between the hours of 8.30am-6.30pm with no weekends and no OOH’s. Our shifts are made up of consulting, surgery and inpatient care.
We pride ourselves on being an excellent training centre and shaping the next generation of nurses, so being a clinical coach, or willing to become a clinical coach would be an added bonus.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, RCVS fees paid, generous CPD budget.
We are passionate about creating a space where you feel valued, motivated, and empowered to make a real difference for the animals we care for.
Portland Vets Mission statement
Portland Vets is a family-owned, independent, small animal veterinary practice that offers the highest standards of patient and client care.
We provide tailored, individual care to each of our patients by:
Having skilled and experienced clinical staff with up-to-date knowledge and varied areas of interest
Prioritising preventative healthcare and animal wellbeing
Investing in modern equipment and facilities
Offering a wide range of treatment options
We meet the needs of our clients by:
Holding consultations by appointment throughout the day
Being transparent with our fees
Creating an open, friendly atmosphere that enables effective communication
We nurture our workplace culture of compassion, respect and balance by:
Mentoring and building strong relationships
Empowering staff to work proactively and creatively
Talking openly about wellbeing and mental health
Focusing on job crafting and career development
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Veterinary Nurse Vacancy, Portland Vets, Edenbridge, Surrey employer: XLVets
Scott Mitchell Veterinary Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in the heart of Hexham. With flexible hours, a balanced workload, and opportunities for professional growth within the XLVets community, employees enjoy a fulfilling career while benefiting from generous annual leave and a diverse caseload that includes consulting, surgery, and medicine.
