Registered Veterinary Nurse

About the Role

Martin Veterinary Centre is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a supportive clinical team delivering first opinion small animal care. Based in Kirkintilloch on the scenic Southbank Marina, this full-time role offers a genuine work-life balance: five-day weeks with shifts alternating between 8:30am–4:30pm and 10:30am–6:30pm, plus one Saturday morning per five-week cycle (8:30am–12:30pm). No nights, no out-of-hours—just good quality nursing in a modern practice.

The practice is well-resourced with five consulting rooms, two theatres, a dedicated prep and recovery area, digital x-ray (including dental), isolation facilities, and an on-site laboratory. You’ll work alongside a team of ten veterinary surgeons—including two with GP certificates in small animal surgery and medicine, and three more currently studying for medicine certificates—creating an environment rich with learning and clinical depth.

Located on the banks of the Forth and Clyde Canal, the practice offers beautiful walking routes perfect for lunch breaks or unwinding after your shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care across medical and surgical cases within a first opinion setting
• Collaborate with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team to support excellent patient outcomes
• Assist with theatre work, post-operative recovery, and patient monitoring
• Contribute to clinical standards and support ongoing patient care development within the practice
• Build positive relationships with clients and colleagues, demonstrating strong communication
• Manage your workload effectively and take a proactive approach to reflection and continuous improvement

Requirements

• RCVS registration as a Registered Veterinary Nurse (current and valid)
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical nursing
• Strong communication skills and ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage workload effectively
• Proactive approach to learning, reflection, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Benefits

• Leave & Time Off: 6.8 weeks’ annual leave with increasing holiday allowance based on length of service; additional annual leave on your birthday
• Wellbeing: Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay); Private Medical Insurance; Healthcare Cash Plan; Cycle to Work scheme; access to employee wellbeing initiatives
• Professional Development: £550 CPD allowance per annum; 24 hours paid CPD leave; Certificate Support; access to IVC Evidensia Academy and Vetlexicon (online veterinary encyclopaedia); research funding opportunities; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
• Career Progression: Clear pathways into Senior Nurse, Referral, leadership, clinical supervisor, mentor, and certificate holder roles
• Professional Support: VDS cover and RCVS fees paid
• Financial & Other Perks: Pension scheme; Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme; voluntary benefits to suit your needs; discounted staff pet care; access to hundreds of retail discounts and cashback offers

About the Practice

Martin Veterinary Centre is an established small animal practice in Kirkintilloch, Scotland, featuring modern, air-conditioned facilities including five consulting rooms, two operating theatres, a dedicated prep and recovery area, isolation facilities, digital x-ray with dental capability, and an in-house laboratory. The practice is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals.

The team comprises ten veterinary surgeons, five experienced RVNs, one student nurse, five receptionists, an insurance claims administrator, and a Practice Manager. IVC Evidensia supports careers built without limits, investing in learning, innovation, and wellbeing to create environments where teams grow in confidence and capability at every career stage.