Join our INDEPENDENT RCVS-accredited hospital which has been serving the local community in this area for over 120 years.
The hospital made up of a highly skilled team that work together to achieve the highest possible standards in patient and client care and continually invest in the latest equipment and staff training, and we are looking for someone keen to be part of our friendly team.
We allow and encourage clinical freedom as we like people to be able to think for themselves, and we are proud to provide our own OOH.
Whether you’d like to be within a short train ride of London or Cambridge, jetting off from Stansted Airport for easy weekends away or enjoying the quiet Hertfordshire countryside – we can give you the best of all worlds! Are you looking to develop your clinical knowledge? Maybe looking for that all important career move where you can really stand out and make a difference?
We are always interested in hearing from like-minded people who wish to work within such a high performing team.
Pharmacist Assistant
We are seeking a dedicated Veterinary Pharmacy Assistant to join our veterinary practice. The successful candidate will support the pharmacy team in dispensing medications, maintaining accurate records, and providing excellent patient care. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where attention to detail and compassion are essential. The position is paid and ideal for individuals interested in advancing their career within veterinary healthcare.
Duties:
- Assist with the preparation and dispensing of medications under supervision, ensuring accuracy and safety.
- Manage medication inventories, including stock checks and reordering supplies as needed.
- Support veterinarians and veterinary nurses with medication administration during consultations and treatments.
- Maintain precise records of dispensed medications, patient details, and relevant documentation in compliance with legal and organisational standards.
- Provide excellent patient care by offering guidance to pet owners regarding medication usage and post-treatment care instructions.
- Ensure the pharmacy area is kept clean, organised, and compliant with health and safety regulations.
- Support administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and answering queries related to pharmacy services.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a pharmacy technician or assistant within a veterinary setting is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of medication administration procedures for animals.
- Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with pet owners and team members.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure while maintaining a compassionate approach towards patients.
- A genuine interest in animal health and welfare is essential. This role provides an excellent opportunity for those passionate about veterinary medicine to develop their skills within a supportive team environment.
Registered Veterinary Nurse
At this time we do not have any vacancies for Registered Veterinary Nurses.
As we continue to grow, this will change in the future so feel free to send us your C.V. If and when a position becomes available we can contact you to see if it might interest you.
If you would like to ask our current vets what the job is like, let us know on 01279 654108 and speak to Neil Richards, our practice manager who can arrange a call back.
Neil Richards, Practice Manager
Bishops Stortford Veterinary Hospital
Rye Street
Bishops Stortford
Hertfordshire
CM23 2HA
Or email to : info@stortvet.com
Or call : 01279 654108
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Registered Veterinary Nurse Role
We have a vacancy for a friendly and enthusiastic RVN to join our busy team of 14 vets, 17 RVN’s, 4 SVN’s 2 VCA and a hydrotherapist in our hospital and training practice in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire. We are a well-established privately owned small animal practice with an interesting and varied case load. The clinic facilities include separate hospital and medical wards, theatre suite, dental suite, digital x-ray, in house laboratory, ultrasound, endoscopy and hydrotherapy treadmill.
The position is full time with a 1 in 9 OOH rota providing good time off in lieu. The hours are calculated as an average over the 9-week rolling rota and work out at 40hrs a week and on average one night shift a week.
You can expect a broad range of cases, lots of hands on care with patients, CPD to be encouraged and a generous benefits package The Salary range is dependent on experience and begins from £30k per annum. Benefits include 1/2 price on veterinary treatment, RCVS fees paid, BVNA membership paid, auto enrolment into a pension on 3% and CPD allowance is £750 a year.
We are looking for someone to start with immediate effect so if you’re interested in the position, please send a covering letter and CV to: Jessica Maddox RVN, Bishops Stortford Veterinary Hospital, Rye Street, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 2HA
Or email to: headnursebsvh@outlook.com Or call: 01279 654108
Reception / administration staff.................... Position currently available..................click for details
Receptionist/Admin assistant Role
We are looking for a friendly and organised receptionist/admin assistant to join our welcoming, talented team at Bishop’s Stortford Veterinary Hospital. Discover what it means to be part of a busy veterinary hospital committed to exceptional care for pets and outstanding service for their families.
At BSVH, everyone on our team is dedicated to providing the highest standards of care. Our skilled and highly trained team stays up to date with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine and uses cutting-edge technology and equipment every day.
About the Role
Key Responsibilities:
• Booking appointments and answering client queries via telephone and email.
• Processing payments and updating client records on our PMS system.
• Maintaining and re-stocking our reception area.
• Supporting the team with general administrative tasks.
• Performing light cleaning duties, such as hoovering and mopping.
• Assisting vets with preparing, printing, and organising documents.
Experience and skills we are looking for:
• Excellent IT skills: Comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new practice management systems (PMS), email communication, and document preparation.
• Strong communication and organisational skills: We need someone who is extremely organised, has strong communication skills over the phone and via email, and happy working on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Flexibility to help with holiday/sickness cover
• Strong attention to detail is essential
• A love for working with animals and their owners, delivering exceptional service.
Our offer:
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• The chance to work in a positive, animal-focused environment
• Staff discount
• 4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays pro rata
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
Job Type: Permanent, Part-time
Pay: £10.00-£12.21 per hour
Expected hours: 18-21hr set shift work per week inc weekend work, with additional cover hours available.
Experience:
• Customer Service: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
• United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: Immediately
Please send your CV to Rosie Warman, bsvhapm@outlook.com
Job application closes- 17th June 2025