Bridge Referrals, an independent small animal veterinary referral hospital in the North East, is currently seeking full-time registered veterinary nurses to join their friendly team.

You should be able to work well under pressure, collaborate effectively, and prioritise patient care. While experience within an ophthalmology department is not essential, full training will be provided.

The role entails a commitment to a rota of 40 hours per week (38 hours, half hour paid lunch per 10 hour shift) which may include participation in a quiet weekend and bank holiday on-call rota. Out of hours is referral only and screened by the on-call vet.

Skills, knowledge and experience:

• Proactive attitude and ability to work autonomously
• Capacity to adapt, keenness for learning, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High motivation to deliver outstanding service and ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Competent IT skills
• The ideal candidate would have experience of referral nursing, but this is not essential

In return, you will receive:

• 5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays
• Paid birthday holiday
• Paid lunch break
• Generous sick and parental leave policies
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• CPD allowance + in-house training
• Generous staff discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Salary starting from £29,700 dependent on experience and qualifications

Bridge Referrals is proudly owned by local families in the area. The hospital values the picturesque countryside and wildlife of the North East, and has made sustainability a core part of how they operate to minimise impact on the local environment.

To apply for this position please email your CV with a cover note to jobs@bridgereferrals.co.uk