POST: Qualified or experienced veterinary nurse
GENERAL INFO:   We are eager to employ a qualified veterinary nurse for a busy, family friendly, rural, mixed animal practice. Someone who can drive the Practice with initiative, enthusiasm, be involved in teaching and continuing educational development. Someone who has an interest in ensuring we build a good professional working team, and assist in the care and management of the Practice. We would be happy to consider newly qualified nurses who is dependable, reliable, enthusiastic and willing to work flexible hours should the need arise.
Working hours are Mon-Fri 9-6 and weekend rota.
START DATE: with immediate effect.
SALARY: negotiable.
TO APPLY: Please send your cover letter and CV to info@caddyvet.co.uk or post to Caddy Country Practice Limited, BT41 3DL.

Established in 1836, the USPCA is the second oldest animal welfare charity in the world and its purpose has remained unchanged over that time – the prevention of cruelty and the relief of suffering in animals.
The USPCA is now recruiting for the following positions at its newly refurbished Animal Hospital in Newry, Co. Down.
SENIOR VETERINARY SURGEON
You will lead the clinical team and be responsible for all aspects of clinical practice and governance.
VETERINARY SURGEON
Responsible for daily consultations and surgeries.
This is a fulltime role but consideration would also be given to job share through 2 x part time roles.
RCVS REGISTERED VETERINARY NURSE
Supporting the veterinary surgeons in the provision of high-quality care for the animals brought to the Animal Hospital.
This is a fulltime role but consideration would also be given to job share through 2 x part time roles.
The Animal Hospital provides veterinary treatment for members of the local community who may not be able to afford regular veterinary fees, has an active wildlife rescue service and has an active rehoming programme for companion animals in need.
This is a varied small animal and wildlife practice offering the successful applicants the opportunity to gain valuable surgical and medical experience in a supportive environment. The clinic is well equipped with a dedicated theatre, digital X-ray, In-house Laboratory and Ultrasound.
To apply please email your CV to headoffice@uspca.co.uk with a covering letter stating the position you are applying for and how you meet the criteria for the job. Job descriptions are available online at www.uspca.co.uk . Should you wish to have an informal discussion about any of the above roles, please email your contact details and we will call you.

Armadale Veterinary Group are looking for a mixed animal veterinary surgeon to join our  team. The practice is based on the outskirts of Armagh City in a purpose built premises with facilities to treat both large and small animals on site.
The role for this position is that of a traditional mixed practitioner in a modern environment with equipment and facilities to match. Work load would consist of 70% farm animals (equally split between beef, dairy and ovine) 30% small animals with a small amount of equine work throughout the year.
Out of hours is equally shared. The rota would be a 1 in 5. You are required to work one full week of nights with no day time work. Out of hours is always supported by a second on call.
Included benefits :
Accommodation
Mileage allowance
Large animal equipment
Protective clothing
VDS annual cover
CPD funding
This position would suit either a newly qualified or experienced vet.
If you are interested please contact our practice manager Carol on 02837522925 for a chat or email carol@armadalevets.com
We look forward to meeting you.

Job opportunity at Drumrainey Veterinary Surgery Magherafelt, commencing 01.04.2020
Design your own career to suit your work-life balance in a friendly, well equipped mixed rural practice. All options considered ie full time post, flexible working hours, short term contract covering busy Spring period or potential parternship opportunity.
Contact by e-mail vets@cjyvets.co.uk or phone 02879632841

Hollygate Veterinary Clinic is a hardworking and progressive, well equipped, small animal first opinion practice covering the Carryduff area, east of Belfast. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon or Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join our existing clinical team. The role is full time but we are happy to consider requests for part time working. Your role will include first opinion work and the continued development of Hollygate Veterinary Clinic. Hollygate Veterinary Clinic is an approved member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) Practice Standards Scheme.
We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to deliver the highest standards of patient and client care. You will join a busy practice and will work alongside a dedicated team. Our facilities include an operating theatre, X-Ray, dental X-Ray, ultrasound and full in-house laboratory.
There is no OOH requirement but the rota will include some Saturday morning clinics.
Essential Criteria:

• RCVS membership
• Experience in small animal 1st opinion practice
• Demonstrable ability to ensure delivery of exceptional patient care
• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a busy environment

Generous package on offer dependent upon qualifications and experience, with the flexibility to be tailored to suit the requirements of the successful candidate. CPD is encouraged and funded. Exclusive company discounts, reward schemes, career development, pension, private medical insurance and up to 6.6 weeks holidays (including public holidays).
To apply, please email your CV to Susana at SBellesJimenez@independentvetcare.co.uk or call +447887427095 for more information.

Registered Veterinary Nurse required for Coleraine Veterinary Practice, a busy first opinion practice in Northern Ireland.
We are an RCVS accredited, well established practice with a friendly and supportive team. A commitment to high standards and good client care is essential as well as the ability to work as part of a team. Part time position 20 hours per week (up to full time considered). OOH and weekend cover on rota basis.
CPD is encouraged and funded and we offer a competitive salary, exclusive company discounts, reward schemes and career development.
To apply, please email your CV to Susana at SBellesJimenez@independentvetcare.co.uk or call +447887427095 for more information.

Due to our wonderful RVN leaving to travel to Australia, we have an opportunity for an RVN or an experienced student nurse to join our friendly team in Carrickfergus Vets4Pets.  We are a busy 1 1/2 vet RCVS PPS accredited small animal practice with all the usual toys.  We are a veterinary nurse training practice.  The role is 37.5 hours per week with our Saturday mornings (9am to 12pm) covered on a one in five rota.   There are no out of hours requirements.
We provide high quality first opinion care and great customer service to our friendly, well established client base.  We recognise the importance of work-life balance and offer a flexible, supportive working environment.  We offer a generous salary commensurate with experience.  We also offer:
·         Contributory pension scheme (company pays 3% colleague 5%)
·         CPD and funding of certificates
·         Paid memberships
·         Exclusive company discounts and rewards (lifeworks)
·         20% of the Pets at Home Vet Group.
​​. Holiday allowance 20 days + bank holidays
. After 2 years service extra 5 days holiday
. One additional day holiday on or around your Birthday.
. AXA Private Healthcare.
. Death in service (4 x salary)​
In return, we’re looking for an enthusiastic team player with a positive outlook.
Please send your CV to carrickfergus@vets4pets.com or feel free to phone Kerensa on 07717442522 for a confidential chat. 

Veterinary Inspector
SALARY: £37,272 to £ 40,979 (under review)                                          
Ref: IRC247558      
DEPARTMENT: Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA)
LOCATION: The successful candidates will be based at one of a number of locations throughout Northern Ireland (NI). Primarily the work will be within Operational Delivery and the posts are predominantly based in DAERA Direct Offices and Meat Plants which are spread across NI.
This post represents an entry into an exciting range of government veterinary service activities and responsibilities with opportunities to progress through a career structure. New graduates, along with those with experience are encouraged to apply.
Further appointments may be made from this competition should NICS positions become vacant which have similar duties and responsibilities.
For more detailed information and to apply, please go to www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk
Alternatively, an application pack can be requested by contacting:
HRConnect, PO Box 1089, The Metro Building, 6-9 Donegall Square South, Belfast, BT1 9EW. Telephone: 0800 1 300 330. Email: recruitment@hrconnect.nigov.net
All requests must include your name, address and reference number IRC247558.
Completed application forms must be returned to arrive not later than 12:00 noon (UK time) on Friday 15th November 2019.
As young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are currently under represented in NICS, we would particularly welcome applications from these groups.
www.nicsrecruitment.ORG.uk
The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
ALL APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT ARE CONSIDERED STRICTLY ON THE BASIS OF MERIT
Apply link: https://irecruit-ext.hrconnect.nigov.net/jobs/vacancies-details.aspx?ID=c78f24b8-1ac8-45ad-92e8-c74f2ab0b951

Exciting new Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon position available  in Parklands Cookstown Co. Tyrone to add to the team of 7 SA vets and 11 nurses in the practice.
You will be based at our Cookstown surgery (3 vets) where there is a high medical and surgical caseload and challenging trauma cases. Ideally you will have a grounding in all aspects of general practice (medical and surgical ) with an ambition for more advanced surgical case load including orthopaedics and soft tissue / reconstructive surgery. One to one support and tuition will be given for development as well as associated CPD. We are highly equipped for all medical and surgical investigations. We offer both first and second opinion services within a friendly, dedicated and proactive team.
• Location – Cookstown but with occasional need at other surgeries within the group
• Start date – The new position is immediately available
• Experience level of candidate – you will ideally have 2 years plus small animal experience but anyone considered with ambition to develop
• Salary – competitive – rising with experience Holiday entitlement, CPD, Professional Memberships, Pension, Healthcare and other benefits. Formal career structure and associated training
• For More information or to apply please send your CV and covering letter to: Andrew Turkington 81 Molesworth Road, Cookstown , Co Tyrone BT80 8NU Andrew.Turkington@parklandsvets.co.uk mobile 07980301465 for more information.
We can only consider people once they have gained MRCVS membership, and will start employment following successful graduation from a Degree in Veterinary medicine & practice.

This is a full time role predominantly based in our Glengormley branch but with occasional weekday work and weekends in our Crumlin surgery.  We offer an extremely attractive rota working 8.30 to 5.30 Monday to Friday and 1 in 5 weekends (9 to 6pm Sat and 9 to 1pm Sun with time off in lieu the following week) with no OOH duties. You will be employed alongside 3 other RVNS, 1 SVN, 8 receptionists and 7 vets.
At Glenburn we pride ourselves on our friendly, welcoming team who are committed to patient and client care. Working between our well equipped branches will ensure you see a varied caseload and allow use of all our facilities which includes an In House lab, large prep rooms, separate theatres, ultrasound scanners, digital xray and endoscopy.
Suitable candidates should be enthusiastic and confident working with a wide range of cases. An interest in providing nurse clinics to clients and development of puppy parties would be of benefit.
Salary will include travel expenses between practices and is based on qualifications and level of experience. 20 days holiday p.a (plus a day off for your birthday), you will be required to work 2 public holidays in the year (9-6pm in our Crumlin surgery) but will receive this as TOIL.  Accomodation is available if required. CPD is actively encouraged and a generous budget provided.
If you are interested in joining the Glenburn family please contact Jennifer at jennifer.von-broembsen@glenburnvets.co.uk.