Join a purpose-built referral hospital with four operating theatres, CT and MRI scanners, and a supportive surgical team that invests in your development. This is your chance to advance your surgical nursing skills in a collaborative environment where excellence is the standard.
1:5 weekend rota with two 12-hour shifts and TOIL, plus bank holiday and Christmas cover. Standard daytime hours 8 am to 8 pm with flexible shift patterns.
Moorview Referrals is a busy, modern referral hospital in Cramlington, Northumberland, perfectly positioned within easy reach of stunning coastline and vibrant Newcastle upon Tyne. This full-time Surgical Veterinary Nurse position offers you a varied and rewarding role within a large, supportive clinical team delivering exceptional patient care across multiple disciplines.
You'll work a flexible rota covering 40 hours between 8 am and 8 pm, with your choice of either 5 x 8-hour shifts or 4 x 10-hour shifts to suit your lifestyle. Additionally, you'll join a 1:5 weekend rota (two 12-hour shifts with TOIL), plus bank holiday and Christmas cover, with occasional support across other departments as needed.
The hospital specialises in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, neurology, internal medicine, emergency and critical care, and cardiology. As an ISFM Gold Standard practice working towards zero pain certification, the team is committed to continually raising standards in patient care.
Moorview Referrals is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK's number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. The hospital is purpose-built and equipped to the highest standards, featuring four operating theatres (one with fluoroscopy), CT and MRI scanners, multiple ultrasound machines, and advanced endoscopy equipment.
The practice maintains an ISFM Gold Standard accreditation and is working towards zero pain certification, reflecting a commitment to continually raising standards in patient care. The large, supportive clinical team has expertise across multiple disciplines and prides itself on a friendly culture, strong teamwork, and shared commitment to excellence for both patients and clients.
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