Preparing for a veterinary nurse interview
Going into a veterinary nurse interview can be anxiety-inducing, but with the right preparation it’s really nothing to worry about! Carry on reading for our top tips on how to smash your next interview and secure the role. Research, research, research Arrive at your interview equipped with a detailed knowledge of the practice, including company […]
The scientifically proven secret to creating a happy veterinary workplace
What would you do if we told you there is a scientifically proven approach to feeling happy at work? It’s called ‘Joy in Work’ framework and was designed to combat burnout in the healthcare sector. Centred around building rapport with colleagues, the approach has shown to have a significant impact on boosting morale at work, […]
How vet nurses can sharpen up their CV
You’ve found the veterinary role of your dreams and can’t wait to roll your sleeves up and get started – but how do you convince the employer you should make the cut? Based on years of first-hand experience in veterinary recruitment, our team of experts have collated some top tips on how to sharpen your […]
Phasing out lab animals: how to get involved
Did you know that more than 100 million animals are being used for experimental purposes around the world each year? Not only are these experiments horrifically barbaric, but also not necessarily relevant to helping humans. In this article, we look at the issue in more detail and discuss how you can get involved. Is testing […]
What jobs do we recruit for?
Here at Choice Vets, we have a range of both locum and permanent veterinary positions available and we will do our best to place you in a role that suits your needs perfectly and has your career goals in mind. Veterinary nurse Working as a veterinary nurse is highly rewarding and rarely repetitive – you’ll […]
Why you should be regularly completing your vet CPD
In order to deliver the best level of patient care to our furry friends, it is necessary for veterinary staff to keep their skills and industry knowledge up to scratch. In this blog, we look at the importance of continuing professional development (CPD) and offer up some ideas on how to get in those hours! […]
Registered Veterinary Nurses: how to secure the salary you deserve
Registered Veterinary Nurses up and down the country work tirelessly and sacrifice their pay and work/life balance in the process. This has sparked conversation about making sure RVNs and vet staff alike know their worth when looking for a new role, and what they can do to ensure they receive a salary that reflects their […]
Government extends deadline for neutering XL Bully dogs
In a backdrop of heightened regulations surrounding XL Bully dogs in the United Kingdom, the recent decision by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) to extend the deadline for neutering these canines carries significant implications for owners and animal welfare advocates alike. The announcement by the government to add American XL Bully […]
Children’s book to encourage new generation of vets
In a move to inspire Scottish youngsters to take on a career in veterinary care, a children’s book named ‘Shona the Vet’ is being shared around schools. This is part of a wider campaign, which hopes to improve the number of aspiring vets. More than 2,500 copies of the illustrated book, which follows […]
Homeless pet owners: what needs to change?
New research from the United States says that veterinary professionals should not be solely responsible for homeless pet owners. It also stresses the need for a multidisciplinary approach which would help enhance general knowledge around the specific challenges facing these clients – as well as finding solutions. They anticipate that the study, featured […]