Join a specialist ophthalmology referral team where work-life balance is built in: no routine weekends, no late evenings, and a manageable 1:5 on-call rota. Full training provided, no prior eye experience needed.
1:5 on-call rota. Bonus OOH scheme and overtime paid. OOH is referral only with calls screened by the on-call vet.
Focus Referrals is a dedicated ophthalmology referral centre based in Banbury, delivering specialist eye care in a newly renovated facility. This full-time RVN role offers a refreshing change of pace from general practice: you'll work daytime hours (8am to 7pm, Monday to Friday) with a 1:5 on-call rota that is referral-only and phone-screened by the duty vet. No routine weekend work or late evenings.
You'll be part of a small, established nursing team of four RVNs, all of whom have transitioned from general practice. The practice values enthusiasm, positivity, empathy and teamwork, with plenty of time built into each day to allow you to work to a high standard. Prior ophthalmology experience is not required; full training will be provided as you join this friendly, supportive team.
Focus Referrals is a specialist ophthalmology referral service founded by Mike Rhodes, one of a limited number of RCVS and European Specialists in Veterinary Ophthalmology in the UK. The practice is appointed as an eye panellist, able to issue official BVA/KC/ISDS eye test certificates. The clinical team includes a veterinary resident and four registered veterinary nurses, all committed to delivering the highest standard of care.
The practice is part of Linnaeus (Mars Veterinary Health), which provides comprehensive support including Mental Health First Aiders and a confidential Employee Assistance Programme. The organisation prioritises the physical and mental wellbeing of all associates.
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