England
PERMANENT VET VACANCIES – Last updated 3rd February 2012
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Permanent Vet
- Vet Job No. 29431 BEDFORDSHIRE Our client is looking for a Senior Small Animal Vet to join their Tier 2 RCVS accredited practice. As the Senior Vet you will be responsible for guiding and the 3 vet team which includes a recent grad. You will also be expected to lead and provide support on a daily basis and you should possess excellent communication skills and business management knowledge. This is a well equipped surgery with lots of toys, operating and hospital facilities, strong support staff including 3 qualified nurses, 3 student nurses, 3 receptionists, 1 administrative staff and 2 maintenance staff. The practice are looking for a good all rounder and preferably with some orthopeadic experience however this isn't a must! The working hours are full time with 1:3 Sat mornings but NO ON CALL at all. Offering an excellent salary package which depends upon experience, good cpd and 25 days holiday.
- Vet Job No. 28293 BERKSHIRE Our client is a team oriented, independent 100% SA practice looking for an experienced vet to join their close-knit team - sense of humour an absolute must!! This is a 3 vet, multiple nurse practice with excellent facilities offering good scope for medical work ups/diagnostics - any special interest would be considered although any expertise/interest in internal medicine/ultrasound would be handy (although not essential). The team work a straightforward day rota Monday to Friday, shared Saturdays 1:4 and the role benefits from no OOH at all....!! With a loyal clientele and broad case load, it's important that the new vet is confident and self sufficient for all routine, first opinion work with a customer service approach.
- Vet Job No. 29167 CAMBRIDGESHIRE Our client is looking for a Veterinary surgeon to be based at their surgery in the Cambs area and covering branch surgeries approximately 2 days per week. You will be working with two other vets and a team of three nurses in this busy small animal practice. There is a 1 in 8 OOH rota done from the main hospital in Peterborough and a 1 in 3 Saturday rota. The surgery has 5 consult rooms, 2 theatres and great facilities including an in house lab, x-ray machine, ultrasound and ECG. Accommodation, company car and CPD are included in the salary package.
- Vet Job No. 29093 DERBY Our client is looking for a small animal vet to join their busy, 1st opinion, small animal practice as the second vet. The practice has a loyal and long established client base including local charities where weekly visits take place. The practice is open from 8.30am - 7pm Mon - Fri and 9am - 3pm on Saturdays where the rota is 1:2. The practice do their own ooh and the rota is to be discussed but is negotiable. This company are offering a competitive salary package.
- Vet Job No. 29103 DORSET A Fantastic opportunity for an small animal vet to be part of this enthusiastic, experienced and progressive 2 vet team in a beautiful location on the West Dorset coast. The single site practice is modern, progressive and fully equipped, looking for a clinician with high clinical and service standards and good team communication skills. Our client is looking for vet with good all-round skills, self sufficient with routine consults and ops although further development very much encourage.
- Vet Job No. 29420 EAST ANGLIA Our client is a dynamic practice group that is looking for an experienced vet to take on a floating role within their local branch network. The clinics involved include everything from a 24 hour hospital to small satellite branches, so looking for a vet who can adapt to a variety of environments and who enjoys variety in their role. This isn't though a detached, remote position - our client is keen to find a vet who would integrate fully into the practice teams, enjoy case continuity and high standards of care but with the flexibility to enjoy a rota that takes in different locations. If this sounds like an interesting challenge for you, contact us now for more information!
- Vet Job No. 28912 EAST LONDON Our client is a multi vet, 2 site practice looking for a new permanent vet, happy to consider a locum but only on a longer term basis as very focused on continuity of care for the client base and to encourage stability in their practice team. This is a busy, first opinion small animal practice, well equipped and with very strong support staff. They are looking for an experienced vet, happy to chat to clients, with an easy going manner and good sense of humour! The clinic is also looking for a vet with some experience of cruciate/basic pinning & plating. The clinic is based on the eastern outskirts of London, only 20 mins on the train into the city yet close to the Essex countryside, so the best of both worlds. This is a full time rota, 5 day week but only 1:10 weeknights (to 10pm only, no overnight OOH) and weekends 1:8 which involve weekend surgery and daytime on-call but no overnights so a good balance. . Accommodation or an allowance can be considered.
- Vet Job No. 28207 EAST SUSSEX Veterinary Surgeon with UK experience required to join this well established, sole charge clinic in East Sussex which is part of a larger group. You will be supported by a team of experienced nurses and you will also be assigned a "buddy" for the first few weeks. This company have an appraisal system which is a great opportunity for you to discuss your strengths and weaknesses, concerns, training needs and aspirations for the future with your Area Manager. They are keen to discuss opportunities to progress your career in the right direction. Hard work and "going that extra mile" will earn recognition and there are plenty of incentives on offer for the right person. Technical Help Easily at Hand - If you want to discuss a case, they have excellent communication lines between all of their sites and for more advanced cases, their clinicians at the main Referral hospital are on hand to give advice and guidance over the phone and have the most difficult cases referred to them. The successful applicant will not be required to do any night duties, however Saturdays are to be worked on a one in three rota basis. In return this company are offering a very attractive salary and rewards package with private health cover, income protection, life assurance, BSAVA and VDS membership, holiday pay and fully funded CPD on top of internal clinical training. This practice is located south of the M25 and within easy reach of beautiful coastlines and rolling countryside, giving all the scenic, historic, geographic and climatic benefits such a location brings.
- Vet Job No. 28921 ESSEX Our client is a busy, 2 site 100% SA practice, looking for an experienced, customer focused and friendly SA vet to take the lead at their long established branch surgery. Looking for a confident small animal vet, happy working sole charge although with the back up of the main site and with excellent qualified nursing support and lay staff. This is a full time rota, 5 day week with Saturdays on a 1:3 rota but no OOH! Our client is looking for a vet with strong surgical skills as the branch is self sufficient and are looking for a vet who enjoys working up and developing their own case load.
- Vet Job No. 29251 ESSEX Small animal vet needed at this 3 vet, 2 site 100% SA practice. Our client is looking for a confident and self sufficient vet to take the lead within this dynamic team. This is a full time role that may involve the occasional sole charge shift although generally this is a team environment as 3 vets based at the main site. The role is generally 4/4.5 day week (flex) with a shared Saturday rota 1:3 although No OOH at all!
- Vet Job No. 29487 GUILDFORD Our client is looking for a Small animal vet to join as the second vet at this 100% small animal practice. As this is a 2 vet site there will be an element of sole charge, working days only with no on call, but in patient care and Saturday am on a 1:2 rota but compensated with a 4.5 day working week. Ideally looking for a vet with a surgical bias. CPD by agreement but specialisms and certificate pursuits encouraged, 20 days holiday and generous salary.
- Vet Job No. 29449 HAMPSHIRE This practice in Hants is looking for a Small Animal Vet preferably with a surgical bias to take the lead role at this modern, well equipped and well supported practice which has 4 vets (full time equivalent). This is a full time role which includes 1:2/3 Saturdays and a share of bank holiday mornings but no on call. Offering an excellent salary package to include 25 days holiday, generous CPD allowance and great career prospects.
- Vet Job No. 29442 HERTFORDSHIRE An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced vet to join this quality team of vets, qualified nurses and receptionists! Our client is looking for a charismatic, client focused vet to work in their well equipped practice, working to deliver the highest standard of veterinary and client care. You will need to demonstrate enthusiasm, drive and excellent communication skills. Previous experience of practice management and team supervision preferred but not essential. Offering a competitive salary, excellent benefits and encourage and fund CPD. This is a unique opportunity to join a veterinary group awarded a Best Companies to work for accreditation!
- Vet Job No. 29443 HERTFORDSHIRE Our client is looking for a part time vet to join their fantastic team of vets and nurses this this small animal practice in Herts. Working 1 in 5 Sundays only, 9am - 2pm. You will need to demonstrate enthusiasm, drive, excellent communication skills and a desire to deliver the highest standard of veterinary and client care
- Vet Job No. 28535 ISLE OF WIGHT An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join the team at this purpose built small animal hospital who deal with first opinion and referral work. This group of practices provide excellent clinical and customer service to the Isle of Wight from 3 clinics on the Isle of Wight. These are exciting times for the clinics and this is a great opportunity for applicants who wish to play an active role in a developing business. This is a full time role which includes on call and weekends on a rota basis. A supportive working environment in a forward thinking and caring company, base salary with performance related bonus, private health cover, income protection, life assurance, BSAVA and VDS membership and 5 days fully funded CPD. The Isle of Wight can be an ideal place to raise a family. Alternatively if you want to let your hair down there is great nightlife in the towns of Newport and Ryde. If you love the outdoor life the Isle of Wight is second to none, with numerous opportunities for getting out into the sea along with mile after mile of cycle paths.
- Vet Job No. 29250 KENT Primarily Small animal and exotic (including zoo) practice seeks Vet to develop own identity within a well stocked practice with strong nursing and veterinary support. The key elements required are a good small animal grounding and the enthusiasm for branching out into new areas, with the encouragement of a supportive team. Whilst LA/Exotics experience would be an advantage, this is not essential as training is provided, the most important factor is an interest in developing into this area. OOH is 1:5 for night and weekends, there is lots of field surgery and immobilisation's. This practice is well equipped and likes to work up cases as much as possible and limit the need for referral. Very competitive package and associated benefits package.
- Vet Job No. 28187 KENT An exciting position has become vacant the branch site of this close-knit community practice in Kent. Soon to be accredited for practice standards, our the surgery has provided some talented colleagues a place to develop their skills and enjoy their practice life. This position will suit a forward thinking colleague with a minimum of 3 years experience, and you will be given an opportunity to work in a way that suits you best rather than having to fit to a mould or meet targets. The surgery has an excellent client base with a tradition of pursuing the highest standards of care. There will be opportunities to liaise and work with small animal colleagues in other branches for more challenging cases. With a fully qualified supportive team around you, and a progressive management ethos, this is an opportunity to prove to yourself and others that you really have what it takes. This is a full time role with OOH shared 1:5 within the practice group. The clinic is situated in the heart of the Kent close enough to the coast to be convenient, yet within commuting distance from London.
- Vet Job No. 27014 LINCOLNSHIRE Our client is looking for a small animal vet take sole charge of this busy practice in rural Lincolnshire, part of a larger group of surgeries with the support of their referral hospital close by. Someone with experience of exotics and small animals would be ideal for this role (although not essential) however the group would encourage and fund a certificate for areas of special interest/expertise. The practice team includes a dedicated nurse and receptionist, with all the usual equipment including Xray facilities, in house lab, kennels and exercise yard. The OOH rota is a 1 in 4 shared with sister clinics appx 15 mins drive away. This practice is part of a multi vet, multi site group and as such offers very competitive salary and benefit packages including accommodation (or allowance if preferred) and car .
- Vet Job No. 29102 LINCOLNSHIRE Our client is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join this small animal surgery in a rural community which would suit an experienced Veterinary Surgeon that is looking for the opportunity to work in a sole charge practice with a nurse and support staff. The practice is brand new and has two consult rooms, a prep room, theatre, x-ray, in-house lab and kennels. Excellent salary offered to the right candidate including accommodation, company car and CPD.
- Vet Job No. 28826 MANCHESTER Our client is a dynamic practice group that is looking for an experienced vet to take on a floating role within their local branch network. The clinics involved include everything from a 24 hour hospital to small satellite branches, so looking for a vet who can adapt to a variety of environments and who enjoys variety in their role. This isn't though a detached, remote position- the practice is keen to find a vet who would integrate fully into the practice teams, enjoy case continuity and high standards of care but with the flexibility to enjoy a rota that takes in different locations. If this sounds like an interesting challenge for you, contact us now for more information!
- Vet Job No. 26986 MANCHESTER Our client is a well established, multi-site practice group in the Manchester area. This is a great opportunity to become part of a large veterinary team - with a role that offers no OOH, a flexible weekend rota with time off in lieu, a high level of surgical & medical equipment and the support of a team network with a broad range of expertise and special interests. Our client is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and caring vet surgeon, able to work sole charge at this busy branch location in the North East suburbs of Manchester, which benefits from the support of a larger branch only minutes away! This is a clinic which has very experienced support staff and offers a very high standard of care to it's customers. Competitive salary, generous holidays along with well developed CPD program are all available.
- Vet Job No. 27294 NORFOLK A Small animal vet is required to join this friendly 9 vet small animal practice which has two main sites and 2 branches - two of which are RCVS accredited nurse training practices. All sites are multi vet sites and are part of a very large group. Working a 4 day week with 1:8 OOH and weekends (Full on call weekends are followed by a long weekend off from Wednesday after noon!) Very competitive package including CPD which is funded and encouraged and 20 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Vet Job No. 26301 NORTH NOTTINGHAMSHIRE Our client is a family run, independent and 100% SA practice based in North Notts, looking to expand and take on a second vet to complement their team. As this is a small practice, we are looking for an experienced vet,self-sufficient for routine surgery and whilst this will be a 2 vet team, sole charge capability is needed. The general shift pattern is Monday to Friday 9am - 7pm with no out of hours!! The clinic is open Saturday mornings and this would be covered on a shared rota basis. A competitive package is available that can include accommodation initially.
- Vet Job No. 29450 NORTH YORKSHIRE This busy Small Animal, Exotic and Equine Practice is looking to recruit a small animal Vet (Cert holder preferred). You will be working in a modern, fully equipped, purpose built practice with experienced Nursing Staff (9 qualified incl 2 diploma holders). This is a full time position and includes 4.5 day week and a 1 in 5 Rota. Offering an excellent working environment in beautiful part of the country with generous CPD as part of a competitive package.
- Vet Job No. 29135 NOTTINGHAM Our client is looking for a couple of small animal vets required to join their 3 vet 100% small animal practice! This site is well equipped and all vets must be confident both surgically and medically. Working a 4 day week as standard, this is a fun tight knit team where support is in abundance. No OOH and weekends are on a 1:3 rota working Saturdays only. Excellent nursing support and equal nurse to vet ratio. This practice has a good work life balance ethos and excellent staff retention. Very competitive salary and benefits package for the right team player.
- Vet Job No. 28532 PORTSMOUTH Our client is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon for their friendly sole charge clinic in the Portsmouth area! Don't worry - you won't be thrown in the deep end! This company have a comprehensive induction program which covers everything you need to know about the job, organisation and clinic guidelines and you will also be given your own Employee Handbook which explains their policies, procedures, benefits and codes of conduct in more detail so your introduction in to the Company will be a smooth and enjoyable one. You will be supported by a team of experienced nurses and as will be explained at your induction, you will be assigned a "buddy" for the first few weeks. Technical Help Easily at Hand - If you want to discuss a case, this group have excellent communication lines between all of their sites and for more advanced cases, they have a Referral team on hand to give advice and guidance over the phone and have the most difficult cases referred to them. Weekends are to be worked on a rota basis. In return for your services this group offer a supportive working environment in a forward thinking and caring company, base salary with performance related bonus, private health cover, income protection, life assurance, BSAVA and VDS membership, 5 weeks holiday per year and 5 days fully funded CPD.
- Vet Job No. 29313 SHEFFIELD Our client is looking for a Part Time vet to help grow their popular new practice. This is a friendly, supportive, new and well resourced clinic. There will be some sole charge duties and so experience they are looking for an experience vet. Looking for a vet to cover 2-3 days per week with 1:2 Saturdays but no on call. Salary dependant upon experience and CPD is actively encouraged and funded.
- Vet Job No. 29360 SHEFFIELD This practice is looking for a Part Time Vet to join their single vet, 100% small animal clinic. They are looking for a confident and pro-active vet to work sole charge 1-2 days per week. No on call or weekends. The practice is offering a salary dependant on experience and CPD in encouraged and funded.
- Vet Job No. 28879 SOUTH WEST LONDON Our client is looking for a night vet to join their team. This Veterinary Hospital operates an emergency service at night for 12 of the regions practices plus another eight subscriber practices in the local area. you will be working is 10 shifts per calendar month according to a rota that provides for an entire week off every third week. This provides an opportunity for rest or alternatively the ability to commit to further locum work in order to boost earnings from this part-time position which has an attractive benefits package. The emergency service sees a high and varied caseload in addition to caring for in-patients from both the first opinion day service and patients under the care of the neurology, ophthalmology and dermatology referral services. As such, this is a demanding role that requires the attention of an experienced practitioner who is able to not only maintain high clinical standards but also ensure that the clients receive an outstanding level of customer service. A RVN is on-site throughout the shift, and digital radiography, ultrasonography, a comprehensive laboratory and the well-equipped theatre ensure that the successful candidate will have all the necessary support to succeed in this demanding role.
- Vet Job No. 28084 SOUTH YORKSHIRE Our client is looking for a Senior vet to join their 3 vet, 100% small animal practice. These are modern, fully equipped, purpose built premises offering exceptional up-to-date treatment and diagnostic facilities, for which they have been accredited RCVS Tier 2 status. They have a devoted nursing team with experienced RVN's committed to high clinical standards, an existing loyal client base and have a close relationship with local charities. This is a full time position which includes a 1:3 Saturday morning rota but no on call at all! Generous package and associated benefits including 25 days holiday, CPD allowance and accommodation if needed.
- Vet Job No. 28765 SOUTH YORKSHIRE Our client is looking for a small animal vet to run one of their branches. They are looking for a vet who is confident and capable with sole charge and someone who might like to do some management within the branch. The working hours are generally 8am - 6pm Tuesday - Friday (7pm finish on Mondays) with 1:4 weekends (2 days back in lieu) and no OOH or on call. Consults are performed at this branch and any surgery that needs to be done is transferred to the main hospital where you will perform it. Generous package available for the contract depending on experience.
- Vet Job No. 29427 STAFFORDSHIRE Our client is looking for an experienced Small animal vet to join this 100% small animal practice. Joining as 2nd vet - you will work alongside a long experienced vet/practice owner with the scope to develop your own surgical and medical caseload. This is a busy and very well equipped practice. The role benefits from no OOH at all, simply working Monday to Friday and alternate Saturdays. The practice uses RX Works, and has a strong qualified nursing team. Generous salary, CPD and associated benefits.
- Vet Job No. 29436 STAFFORDSHIRE Our client is looking for a Part Time Small Animal Vet to join this 6.5 vet small animal practice with three branches. Working Saturdays only at one of the branches 9am - 12pm just consults. Competitive package and large company support as well as the opportunity for career progression.
- Vet Job No. 29211 SURREY Our client is a friendly, caring, 6.5 vet small animal hospital, with superb premises, outstanding facilities and excellent client care. They are looking for a good, all-round first opinion vet with an established background to contribute to this dynamic team. The highly valued team provide a supportive environment in which to work, this is a full time role and there are no out of hours duties! We are looking for good communication skills, the enthusiasm to investigate cases and the ability to work to the highest standards. CPD is actively encouraged and funded.
- Vet Job No. 29321 SW LONDON Commencing beginning February 2012 is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner to join as a sole charge vet this clinic in SW London. This practice has bucked the economic downturn over the last year and has shown consistent growth throughout as a result of its high standard of care a reputation as an excellent local practice. The successful candidate will be supported by two support staff, one of which is training to become an RVN. The branch need someone who is as passionate about looking after their clients as they are about caring for the pets, and who is able to rapidly integrate themselves into this growing practice. Sole charge experience is preferred but not essential if you can demonstrate the ability to practice to a high level. Enthusiasm for first opinion practice is a must, but the branch also benefits from a separate theatre and full x-ray and dental facilities in addition to the support of the main Veterinary Hospital for any patients that require more intensive care. Our client likes their branch practice to undertake as much work as possible, rather than operating them as 'feeder' units into the main hospital, and as such are very supportive of individuals who wish to undertake further study or have particular areas of interest. Clinical freedom is important, and this company pride themselves on being as least 'corporate' as possible in this, and many other areas. There is an excellent salary/benefits package on offer and accommodation is available above the practice. No on-call is required and CPD is generously funded
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Vet Job No. 29136
UK WIDE
RUN YOUR OWN SMALL ANIMAL PRACTICE -with the backing of a secure and reputable partner there to remove the risk. We are working in partnership with one of the UK's most respected Joint Venture Partnership Groups who are looking for - Motivated, competent and confident small animal surgeons who would like to reap the rewards for their own efforts without the worry of risk. You need to be a good surgeon able to work up cases within a general 1st opinion practice, you will have complete clinical freedom, any specialism's would be a bonus and add value to your services. You need to be motivated and a motivator, someone who's enthusiasm rubs off on others, excellent communication skills are essential, as is the desire and drive to succeed. This group have a support network in place for all partners on an ongoing basis and all concerns are shared and solutions found.
- Vet Job No. 28171 WEST LEICESTERSHIRE Our client is looking for an experienced Mixed Vet to join this 5 vet, 7 nurse practice. The clinic is 99% small animal with the 1% being the odd cow/pony from the local animal sanctuary. This is a full time role and the clinic does its own on-call so you will be involved in a shared 1:4 rota. You will receive half a day off each week plus a full Friday off following an on call duty. This practice works to a high level of clinical standards with few referrals and so the ideal candidate will have at least one's years post graduate experience, be a good communicator with an enthusiastic attitude and who is a good team player. This is a NT TP, level 2 RCVS standards with excellent facilities including x-ray with bucky table, endoscope, dental machine, ultrasound etc. Located in a scenic area in the heart of the National Forest, close to the Peak District and the Vale of Belvoir this is the perfect location for those who enjoy the outdoors. Also Close to 4 major cities - Birmingham, Leicester, Derby and Nottingham so very good for rail and air travel. The salary package will be commensurate with experience and a house away from the surgery can be included in the package if required.
- Vet Job No. 29448 WEST SUSSEX Our client is looking for a small animal vet to take lead of this 5 vet, 2 site small animal practice. The successful candidate should possess excellent communication skills and business management knowledge and ideally have a surgical bias. The clinic is open from 8am - 8pm and you will be working 4 days per week with 1:4 Saturdays. Offering an excellent salary package with good cpd and accommodation available in the short term if needed.
