Registered Veterinary Nurse – Small Animal

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Full timePart time
Location: Oban
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Job offered by: Vetisco
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Salary up to £30,000 DOE plus Relocation Allowance up to £2,000

We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our friendly team at Oban Vets on a permanent basis. Our nursing team comprises of RVNS, SVNs & VCAs. Day-to-day duties include nurse consultations, theatre nursing, inpatient care and liaising with the other teams within the practice.

Why join Oban Vets?

Oban Vets is a mixed practice, who strives to deliver exceptional first opinion care to a diverse range of animals including dogs, cats, small mammals, birds, and exotics, alongside farm and equine. Our practice is situated in the vibrant heart of Oban, a rural, holiday town on the west coast of Scotland. Oban is perfectly located for access to the mountains, highlands, and islands. Suiting an individual who loves the outdoor lifestyle. Committed to excellence in both veterinary and client care, we boast a dedicated team that thrives on mutual support and celebrates both individual and collective achievements.

Be Part of a Supportive and Skilled Team

Our diverse team comprises 7 FTE Vets, 4 RVNs, an SVN, supported by VCAs. Emphasising collaboration and continuous learning, we facilitate regular clinical discussions and professional development opportunities. Our commitment to individual growth and collective success ensures a stimulating and supportive work environment.

We understand the profound bond between humans and animals, and our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, personalised care. Oban Vets fosters a positive work environment where camaraderie flourishes, evidenced by our regular staff events, charitable initiatives, and community engagement efforts. With a track record of successful fundraising ventures and community contributions, we take pride in our role as both veterinary professionals and local advocates.

Fix or Flex - Find your perfect balance

We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it brilliantly easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you.

The full time rota for this position would be 40 hours per week over 5 days, varying shifts between 8am - 5pm, 8:30am - 5:30am, and 9am - 6pm. There is no weekend or out of hours requirement. Voluntary whatsapp group for out of hours support, where £150 payment would be made for attending. We are open to speaking to candidates looking for part time / flexible working hours.

Because our people 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

*Private Medical Insurance

*Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Development

*£750 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

*Certificate support

*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

*Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

*Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well

*Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

*Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

*Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

*Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Salary up to £30,000 DOE

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