We would like to hear from an enthusiastic potential new colleague, looking for exciting development opportunities and progression within our well established Independent Small Animal Veterinary Hospital, based in the county town of Bedford.
We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care and customer service and are equally passionate about developing our team.
This position would suit someone with a sound knowledge of small animal medicine and surgery, and with a keen interest in developing their skills in an independent hospital setting – further development will be encouraged. Case continuity, collaboration and a great work-life balance are an integral part of our culture.
Shift pattern:
This is a full or part time permanent role (up to 37.5hrs per week) including 1:4 Friday night hospital patient cover and Saturday daytime (this element is non-negotiable). We provide our own 24hr emergency care throughout the week except for Fri/Sat/Sun nights where VetsNow provide the cover therefore, the Friday night is in-patient care only as we keep our hospital patients on-site and do not transfer patients to VetsNow.
This position would suit a 2-5year post grad candidate with UK experience (we’re not currently sponsoring visas but will consider migrant workers with settled status).
Someone with a medical/imaging bias might be a good fit! Or a good all-rounder happy to really cement their GP skills – with a view to development within the team in terms of leadership/management +/- certificates. We are a large independent hospital team and surgical time is therefore diluted so this vacancy might not suit someone who wants daily surgery but they will have regular weekly rota'd opportunities for surgery and will need to have sound soft tissue/emergency experience for this role. This position does have senior/director back up on the Friday night.
Starting salary FTE: £42,000 to £55,000 (DOE)
Person specification
Would suit someone who is:
- Keen to develop and progress their general practitioner small animal skills, have natural warmth and empathy and get a genuine sense of satisfaction from helping others
- Self-motivated and dedicated but has fun too
- Keen to provide a high standard of veterinary care
- A problem-solver who recognises when to ask for help and has the confidence to do so
- Able to show natural resilience and stays calm under pressure
- Able to remain patient, flexible and shows a fair degree of courage
- Someone who would like to contribute to the development of our business
- A strong team member and is prepared to help colleagues
- Proactive and creative in coming forward with new ideas
- Fully registered with the RCVS and eligible to work in the UK
Medical Requirements:
- Ultrasound skills – adrenals, pancreas, FNA guided biopsies.
- Diagnose and treat pericardial effusions
- Take and interpret ecgs
- Perform blood transfusions
- Treat and manage more complex medical cases
- Be confident with chemotherapy protocols
Surgical Requirements:
- Unsupported pyometra, splenectomy, enterectomy, enterotomy, gastrotomy, caesarean, enucleation, tail and digit amputations, thyroidectomies.
- Perform full mouth dental extractions.
Employee benefits
- Incentive Bonus of £2,000 for independent applicants (not via agency)
- 5 days CPD per year, up to the value of £1500 (pro-rata) – certificates and further development encouraged and supported
- 28 days of annual leave, including Bank Holidays, pro rata, (based on a 5d week), plus 1 additional day of holiday for every 2 full years completed (up to a maximum of 5 days)
- Permanent full or part time contract
- VDS cover
- RCVS annual renewal fees
- Company Pension
- Enhanced Mat/Pat leave
- BUPA Health Insurance – subs paid for after 5yrs continuous employment
- Up to £20 per month towards a gym subscription
- Up to £20 per month towards pet insurance
- Discounted professional veterinary fees
To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter to Maxine Ketley HR & Communications Manager
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £42,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Relocation assistance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bedford MK41 0DS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- UK Veterinary surgeon: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- MRCVS certification and RCVS registration (required)
Work Location: In person
