Job title: Dermatology Focused Registered Veterinary Nurse

Location: Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists

Job Type: Permanent, Part Time

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience

Hours: 24 hours week (8 hours on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday). No weekends or Bank Holidays

About us

Since 2006, we've been one of the country's leading veterinary specialist referral hospitals with vets and their teams caring for small animals every day.

Our dedicated vets, nurses and nursing assistants, supported by the administrative teams, are committed to providing the highest quality surgical and medical care for pets. Many of our clinicians are nationally or internationally recognised specialists in their field and bring unique experiences to care for pets.

We accept referrals for Orthopaedic Surgery, Soft Tissue Surgery, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Internal Medicine, Dentistry, Cardiology, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Diagnostic Imaging, Oncology, Physiotherapy as well as Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) and a Pain Clinic.

We have comprehensive and established clinical and non-clinical programmes for training, development and CPD.

You can find us in Hampshire, just south of Winchester, close to the M3 and national and international transport links. We are in a serene countryside setting with state-of-the-art facilities and are available to look after pets 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Our vision is to be the south of England's multi-disciplinary veterinary referral hospital of choice, where referring vets, clients and their pets receive the best possible care.

Our mission is to create an inspiring, inclusive, professional environment where the team are empowered to work together to consistently deliver exceptional care and service.

Your Role

As a Veterinary Dermatology Nurse, you will be an essential part of our dermatology service, supporting both clinical and client care. Your responsibilities will include:

Key Responsibilities

Maintaining dermatology equipment and ensuring the consultation room is fully stocked and clean between patientsAssisting with or independently taking skin samples for in-house microscopy and external laboratory testingPhotographing and charting skin lesions to support diagnosis and treatment monitoringPreparing cytology samples and performing in-house microscopyDispensing medications and providing clear, supportive guidance to clients on their useAdmitting and discharging patientsAssisting the vet with procedures such as skin biopsies, intradermal skin testing, and ear flushesLiaising with pet owners to monitor progress and provide ongoing supportRunning nurse clinics, including administering immunotherapy injections and delivering Phovia light therapy sessionsSupporting the client care team with appointment scheduling and coordination

What We’re Looking For

Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) with a strong interest in dermatologyExcellent communication and client care skillsHigh attention to detail and strong organisational abilitiesComfortable working both independently and as part of a teamExperience in dermatology is desirable but not essential – training will be provided

What We Offer

A friendly, supportive team environmentOpportunities for CPD and specialist dermatology trainingAccess to advanced diagnostic tools and treatment optionsCompetitive salary and benefits packageFlexible working hours considered 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday LeaveRCVS and VDS fees paidEnhanced sickness payEnhanced equal family leaveE-car salary sacrifice schemeEmployer contribution pension schemeWellness program including:Employee assistance programEyecare voucher schemeFree annual Flu jabCycle to work schemeRecruitment referral reward scheme

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Program which is available for everyone.

If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Referral Nursing Talent Acquisition Business Partner – Becca Thompson at Becca.Thompson@linnaeusgroup.co.uk

Anderson Moores is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.  ​

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At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets.  ​

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We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose. ​

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All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Anderson Moores, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk.

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