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Registered Veterinary Nurse - Internal Medicine

The University of Edinburgh - CMVM/ Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

Location: Edinburgh
Salary: £34,132 to £39,355 pro rata per annum (based on a 35 hour work week). UE06
Hours: Part Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 14th April 2025
Closes: 25th April 2025
Job Ref: 12345

Part time: 15 hours per week. Our nurses are required to cover one weekend shift per month, paid as overtime.  

Working Monday and Tuesday shifts 8.30am-5pm (times TBC with successful candidate) 

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated internal medicine nursing team at the Hospital for Small Animals. We are seeking an RCVS registered veterinary nurse (RVN) who is organized and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

Our Internal Medicine Service focuses on complex medical issues in dogs and cats that are often challenging to diagnose or treat. This position primarily involves working with canine patients during their stay at our hospital so if you excel in fear free patient care, are detail-oriented, and enjoy hands-on nursing, this role is perfect for you.

We provide comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for medical conditions, including endocrine, gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal, nasal, and haematological diseases. Our advanced facilities feature flexible video-endoscopy for examining and biopsying the gastrointestinal, urinary, and respiratory tracts. Additionally, we offer a specialized I131 (radioactive iodine) treatment service for cats with hyperthyroidism, primarily managed by our feline medicine nurses.

Extensive training will be provided, with opportunities to shadow experienced nursing staff across all areas of the hospital.

 Your skills and attributes for success:

  • Being an RCVS registered veterinary nurse is essential.  
  • Excellent organisational and communications skills are essential.   
  • Keen dedication to teaching the next generation of veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses is essential.     

Closing date 25 April 2025 at 11:59pm

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