Mullingar Pet Hospital
Part-time, permanent
No OOH
€30,000 subject to pro-rata
Mullingar Pet Hospital is seeking a Veterinary nurse to join their team on a permanent basis.
We are a modern and progressive practice in the busy town of Mullingar, Westmeath. Our hospital has all the essential equipment necessary to provide first class services to our patients. Our hospital team is comprised of 3 Veterinary Surgeons, 2 Veterinary Nurses and a support team of animal care assistant, receptionist and practice manager. Our team is very experienced and hard-working, and we promote a supportive working environment between all our colleagues.
With a very generous CPD allowance plus fully funded certificates we actively encourage professional development and as such there is plenty of scope for career progression – both clinical and non-clinical within the larger IVC Evidensia company.
The Role
This is a flexible, part-time, permanent position of a minimum 16+ hours per week. There is no OOH or on call within this position.
As a Veterinary Nurse, your main duty is to deliver a high standard of nursing care to all patients, assist the veterinary surgeons, liaise with clients regarding inpatient care and carry out nurse clinics. You will have many day-to-day duties and responsibilities which include surgical nursing, anaesthesia and analgesia monitoring, clinic and inpatient management, and laboratory work.
This position would suit a Veterinary nurse looking to develop their own personal career in a lively, friendly practice.
Salary for this position is €30,000 subject to pro-rata plus attractive benefits.
There is the offer of a relocation allowance if required for the right candidate (T&C’s apply).
Applicant Requirements
We are looking for a Veterinary Nurse registered or eligible to register with the VCI. All levels of experience will be considered. The candidate should be caring and compassionate with animal welfare and wellbeing as their focus.
Benefits – subject to pro rata
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our staff, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:
- Work life balance
- Minimum of 22 days annual leave
- Birthday leave
- Focus on employee wellbeing
- Paid Maternity, Paternity and Adoptive leave packages
- Cycle to work scheme
- EAP and wellbeing centre access
- Paid bereavement leave
- Company sick pay
- Development
- €600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid (pro-rata)
- Bespoke Graduate Nurse Academy, Nurse Evolve and many more in-house academies
- Leadership Academy for all future leaders, including Head Nurses and Practice Managers
- Career progression opportunities
- Professional memberships
- VCI membership paid
- VDS cover paid
- Additional benefits
- Annual pay reviews
- Pawesome benefits – various discounts including retails and virtual gym
- Employee pension contributions
- Discounted staff pet veterinary fees
- Sponsorship for overseas employees
- Relocation packages
- Free flu jabs
- Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQIA+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurse Committee, Clinical Board and many more)
As a BAME and LGBTQIA+ inclusive employer 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. If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
Any questions before applying?
Speak with Shónagh Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Shónagh Dawson RVN
Talent Partner
Shonagh.dawson@ivcevidensia.com
+353 (0) 86 085 0891