We are a multi-disciplinary, RCVS accredited specialist lead referral centre within the county of Essex, where we work to the highest standards of veterinary care for pets, creating a seamless experience for them and their owners. We are incredibly proud to have an outstanding team of highly qualified veterinary specialists, that enable the very best care for all patients that come to our practice.

Your role and responsibilities

Southfields Veterinary Specialists are currently recruiting for a talented nurse to provide support to our rapidly growing surgical department.

You will work as part of our surgical team consisting of consultants, residents, interns, nurses, and support staff. You will see a large and varied referral and emergency caseload, including orthopaedics, soft tissue, neurology, ophthalmology, and exotics, allowing you to work within an exceptional team and develop your career. This is a rewarding and challenging role that will require teamwork and dedication to the service and its patients.

Your daily duties will include assisting with surgical consultations; patient preparation (from admitting to surgery); preparation of theatres and the theatre prep area; monitoring of sedations/anaesthetics; assisting with pre/post-operative imaging and procedures; communicating post-operative requirements to ward nurses; providing sterile and circulating surgical support; delivering theatre based training to the wider team; creating standard operating procedures; development of audits; stock and equipment management.

You will be required to work a mixture of early and late shifts and 2:8 weekends with time off in lieu following.

This is an exciting time to join Southfields as we expand our offering and invest in new services. Joining us will allow you to work within an exceptional team and develop your career whilst being exposed to cases from all disciplines.

Due to the continued expansion at Southfields, you will work as a part of the growing team developing procedures and ways of working for the hospital.

As a developing business, we require an individual who aspires to expand our theatre department and support ideas for its progression.

You need to be a highly motivated self-starter with the:

• Desire to build upon your current knowledge and experience, utilising learning opportunities available through Linnaeus
• Passion to guide and support junior team members to reach their full potential
• Ability to work as part of a team and under your own initiative
• Desire to provide the best clinical service to all our patients
• Ability to help develop and shape a growing service

You must fulfil the following requirements:

• Proof of your right to work in the UK
• Are a Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a minimum of 2-year post-qualification experience
• Have an excellent command of written and spoken English
• Maintain a professional and caring approach in all aspects of your work

Referral experience would be beneficial but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits

• Full time permanent position
• Generous CPD allowance
• Pension scheme
• Holiday reward service
• A good work-life balance
• Birthday day off
• Opportunities for progression
• Enhanced sick leave
• Enhanced parental leave
• Excellent location only 30 minutes by train from central London, within easy reach of the beautiful Essex countryside and extremely well located for international travel links by air and train.

About Linnaeus

Linnaeus is part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned allows us to focus on long-term investment in our people, facilities, and patient care.

Southfields Veterinary Specialists 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 Southfields Veterinary Specialists. Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]

How to Apply
To apply, click "Apply Now" or contact Purvi Kataria at [email protected] for more information or a confidential discussion.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered.