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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.
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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:
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- 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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