Head Veterinary Nurse

We are currently seeking a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated team at Medivet Gatley
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The clinic has recently been refurbished, creating a clean, warm, and welcoming environment with abundant natural light — a rarity in the veterinary world! Our practice is a well‑established, community‑focused veterinary clinic dedicated to providing top‑quality care to our beloved animal patients and ensuring a positive experience for our clients.

This full‑time role requires 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, 8:00‑16:30 (30‑minute lunch break). One weekend in six will be scheduled  further discussions, please contact .

• Health cash plan from day one covering dental, physiotherapy, and optical services with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance 3 × salary.
• 24‑hour counselling by phone or in person.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays rising to 6 with length of service.
• Paid day ‘Day for You’ for personal use.
• Clinical CPD: £750 per year plus 2 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS and RCVS fees paid.
• Interest‑free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on Medivet products and services.

• Deliver exceptional care to patients, clients, and colleagues.
• Support surgeries and procedures, completing all pre‑ and post‑procedure activity.
• Lead nurse‑led appointments and schedule 3 activities.
• Monitor and care for patients.
• Manage admissions and discharges as directed by the Veterinary team.
• Complete patient transfers to out‑of‑hours or enhanced care.
• Dispense and check medication.
• Comply with all regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Hold briefings to engage and coordinate the team for efficient practice operation.

• RCVS registered Veterinary Nurse.
• Experience delivering exceptional patient and client care.
• Experienced in working effectively as part of a team.
• Experience supporting nurse consults, understanding how this contributes to practice performance and efficiency.
• Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of every colleague.