Referral Veterinary Nurse

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Referral Veterinary Nurses – Multiple Disciplines

📍 Eastcott Referrals, Swindon, Wiltshire

🕒 Full Time | Permanent & Fixed Term Opportunities

💷 £28,000 – £33,538 DOE

Eastcott Referrals is expanding, and we are looking for passionate Registered Veterinary Nurses to join our friendly, close-knit Tier 3 referral hospital.

We have opportunities across multiple disciplines, including:

• Surgery (soft tissue & orthopaedics)
• Anaesthesia
• Internal Medicine
• ECC & inpatient care
• Dentistry & Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
• Multidisciplinary nursing team
  
  

Whether you are looking to specialise or develop across several areas, you’ll gain exposure to a varied and rewarding referral caseload within a highly supportive team.

The Role

You’ll work alongside specialist clinicians, anaesthetists, and experienced referral nurses to deliver exceptional patient care.

Typical responsibilities may include:

• Supporting advanced surgical, medical and diagnostic procedures
• Creating tailored anaesthesia plans and monitoring anaesthesia
• Theatre preparation and surgical assistance
• Patient care and supporting clients
  
  

Working pattern:

• 40 hours per week (4 x 10-hour or 5 x 8-hour days), part-time hours considered
• 1 in 8 weekends (with time off in lieu)
• 1 bank holiday per year
  
  

About You

• RCVS Registered Veterinary Nurse
• Strong team player with a proactive, positive attitude
• Passion for high standards of patient care

Interest in referral nursing (any discipline)

Previous referral experience advantageous but not essential

Never Worked in Referrals Before?

No problem — we welcome nurses from all clinical backgrounds.

We provide comprehensive training and support, including:

• 2–4 weeks shadowing experienced referral nurses
• Tailored clinical induction plans for your chosen disciplines
• Ongoing support to build confidence and develop specialist skills
  
  

Why Eastcott Referrals?

• Tier 3 multidisciplinary hospital with a wide range of services
• Exposure to advanced and complex cases
• Highly experienced team including specialist surgeons and anaesthetists
• Strong focus on CPD, development and career progression
• Supportive, collaborative and welcoming culture
  
  

Interested?

If you’re looking to develop your nursing career in a progressive referral environment, we would love to hear from you. Still not sure? give us a call or pop in for a look around and a cup of tea, we are happy to chat through roles that might work for you.

How To Apply

To apply, click "Apply Now" or contact Purvi Kataria at

Purvi.Kataria@linnaeusgroup.co.uk for more information or a confidential discussion.

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