Animal Care Hospital in Douglas, Cork is a 100% Small animal hospital seeking a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team.
Douglas is a vibrant and affluent suburb of Cork city with easy access to both the exciting city life of Cork City and the relaxing countryside of County Cork. Our hospital is complete with all the bells and whistles including our fully equipped in-house laboratory with our state-of-the-art Idexx Biochemistry and Haematology blood analyzers. We also have in-house Digital and Dental radiography services., Multimodal monitors, Ultrasound and more!
We are proud to be the first practice in Ireland to have Fear-Free qualified staff and therefore all our hospital policies are focused on gentle handling of our patients. Our friendly and dynamic team is comprised of 4 Veterinary Surgeons, 5 Veterinary Nurses and 3 support staff. We all strive to provide excellent patient care and have a loyal client base which we value highly. We ensure to work up our cases to a very high standard. We have staff certification in Internal Medicine and some of our team are working towards further qualification in surgery, acupuncture, and behaviour.
The Role
This is a Part-time, permanent position, three days per week and every second Saturday and Sunday.
Day to day duties will include Surgical Prep, monitoring surgery, monitoring in-patients, cleaning, assisting vets with consultations, admitting and discharging patients. Also working in our cattery.
There is no OOH.
Salary for this role is commensurate with experience.
Applicant Requirements
We are seeking a VCI registered Veterinary Nurse eligible to work in Ireland.
Newly graduated Veterinary Nurses are welcome to apply and will be supported.
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:
- 22 Days Annual Leave
- Birthday Leave
- Focus on Employee Wellbeing
- Paid Maternity Leave Package
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Full access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Company Sick Pay
- €600 annual CPD allowance with 3 days paid CPD days pro rata
- Career Progression Opportunities, both clinical and non-clinical
- Dedicated CARE fund – annual contribution of €1,100 from IVC Evidensia for each Vet to use on a case of your choice to ensure successful outcome with your patient (T&Cs apply)
- VCI membership paid
- VDS cover paid
- Annual Pay Reviews
- Pawesome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
- Employer Pension Contributions
- Free Flu Inoculations
- Discounted Veterinary Fees
- Opportunity to join company programmes (LGBTQ+, Wellbeing Champions, Nurses 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, please contact us.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Eadaoin Redmond RVN from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Eadaoin Redmond RVN
Talent Partner
eadaoin.redmond@ivcevidensia.com