Job Description

Job Title: Dental / Anaesthetic RVN

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Description:

• Full-time, Permanent
• Salary between £30,000 - £32,000 DOE
• Large and award-winning practice
• Brilliant and supportive colleagues
• Busy caseload
• Generous CPD allowance

Our client is looking for someone with a passion for Surgery, Anaesthesia and primarily Dentistry. The practice prides themselves on their high-standard care, providing OOH and Referral support to a large number referring veterinary practices in the region - including in-house orthopaedic & soft tissue surgery, medicine, oncology, laparoscopy, endoscopy, imaging, as well as a busy Dental Practice. The ideal candidate will be comfortable providing anaesthetic support to all procedures, surgeries, and dentistry..

We're looking for someone;

• Who is passionate about dentistry
• Who has, or is working towards a nursing certificate in Dentistry
• Experience in performing full mouth dental radiographs would be essential
• Knowledge of some advanced procedures such as interdental wiring/temporary crown extensions/incline planes as examples would be beneficial but not essential
• Responsible for proper maintenance of all dental equipment, ensuring the dental suite is in good working order ie. restocking of consumable materials.
• Ideally experience and enthusiasm for nurse led dental clinics ie. seeing patients back for post op rechecks, seeing clients/patients for general oral health checks - encouraging toothbrushing as an example - large scope to expand on this so need someone who is passionate about furthering client’s education
• Responsible for internal/external referrals and responsible for the management of the dentistry diary – ie. booking procedures and following up on providing estimates to clients.
• Organising in-house staff training/CPD relating to dentistry – ie. proper maintenance (sharpening) of dental instruments can also expand this to the other consulting nurses in order to raise awareness of common dental problems.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• In-house support and training from certificate holders- Vet and Nurse
• Paid memberships- RCVS, VDS, BVNA Generous CPD allowance and support development of specific interests.
• Certificate sponsorship encouraged
• Pension, income protection, life insurance
• Staff discount
• Access to reward hub giving exclusive discounts across a range of high street retails, supermarkets and more

Skills and Qualifications:

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in anaesthetic nursing Current registration with RCVS
• Proven experience in a clinical setting, preferably within dental and anaesthetic practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

How to Apply:

Is this role something for you? To be considered, please apply directly, or send your CV to h.brusgard@purovets.com. You're also welcome to give Hanna a call on 01904 570056 for a confidential chat!

If this role isn't for you but you know someone else who might be interested, please feel free to pass on our details! We offer £250 for every successful referral! *Terms and conditions apply!

To view all vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

Job reference; JOB-52853/HB