At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, team-orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Oakfield Veterinary Surgery in Tamworth on a full-time basis.
Oakfield Veterinary Surgery is a longstanding small animal practice with a loyal client base and a strong reputation for delivering excellent care within the local community. Based in Tamworth, the practice is ideally located with easy access to Birmingham and the wider region.
Recently refurbished and redecorated, our purpose-built practice offers modern facilities and technology including consulting rooms and operating theatre, an Idexx laboratory, digital and dental x-ray, laser technology, ultrasound and cardiac scanning equipment. We also treat exotic pets, providing additional variety within the caseload.
Practice Highlights
- Longstanding practice with a loyal client base and strong community reputation
- Recently refurbished, purpose-built facilities
- Modern equipment including Idexx laboratory, digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, cardiac scanning and laser technology
- Varied caseload including small animal and exotic patients
As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high-quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences.
You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team, taking responsibility for the nursing care of a range of first opinion cases, contributing to clinical standards, and supporting the ongoing development of patient care within the practice.
Working Pattern
- 38 hours per week Monday to Friday, working 8-hour shifts inclusive of a 20-minute unpaid break
- Shift examples include 8:00am to 4:00pm, 9:00am to 5:00pm and 11:00am to 7:00pm
- Approximately 1 in 5 Saturdays, worked additionally on a rota basis between 8:30am and 4:30pm with approximately 5 afternoons per year worked at our Castle Bromwich branch
- Participation in a paid on-call rota for sickness cover
General Responsibilities
- Deliver high standards of nursing care across a varied first opinion caseload
- Support procedures in prep and theatre, including anaesthesia monitoring and surgical nursing
- Run nurse consultations and contribute to preventative healthcare
- Provide excellent inpatient care and support patient recovery
We’re looking for a confident and motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse who enjoys working as part of a team and delivering high standards of care. You’ll bring:
- Registration as a Veterinary Nurse with the RCVS
- Experience working in clinical practice, with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
- A proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
- A varied and rewarding nursing role within a supportive primary care environment
- Develop your specific nursing passions through out subject-specific learning pathways in our dedicated Nurse Academy
- Clear career development with progression opportunities into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership roles, clinical supervisor routes, mentoring and certificate pathways
- Ongoing learning and development supported by experienced colleagues and practice teams
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
- Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee wellbeing initiatives including Healthcare Cash Plan and Cycle to Work scheme
- £550 CPD allowance plus 24hrs paid leave
- RCVS and VDS fees covered
- Discounted veterinary care
- Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you, including Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme and access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
Up to £30,400 DOE
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