Job Description
Posted on 09/09/2022
Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.
Are you drawn to the exhilaration of out of hours work, with long spells of downtime between shifts, but put off by the thought of working 7 in a row? Consider joining our large, progressive hospital practice on a 4 night (Thurs- Sun)/10 off rota, or 5 nights (Wed- Sun)/10 off rota.
This position might suit a vet with a passion for travel, or someone with children who wants to return to an exciting and fulfilling career with a minimum of disruption and childcare. Alternatively, this position could provide a steady and well-paid income stream in between locum stints.
We are a large, well-equipped hospital, with a strong, multiskilled team of vets and an excellent support team. We have amongst our team some keen surgeons and medics and a busy caseload in all areas. Shifts are 13 hours. The night vet hands over with the hospital day vet at 6.30pm and 7am. Responsibilities include the further work up and care of the inpatients overnight, and for seeing other urgent and emergency cases. Night vets are supported by at least two of the nursing team all night. There is sleeping accommodation on site.
About Us
The practice has a spacious, well-equipped hospital and four satellite branches. There is a large and varied case load of both medical and surgical cases, and our vets have clinical freedom. The hospital has recently been extended and is well equipped with top class imaging (digital x-ray, CT scanner, ultrasound, video endoscope including laparoscopic kit), a wide range of surgical equipment, four sterile theatres, dental x-ray, ECG, tonopen and slit lamp, Class 4 laser, extensive lab including EPOC, spacious dog and cat kennels and a large isolation area. There are seven consulting rooms. We are proud of our team, and we aim to support them with generous renumeration and support. Postgraduate studies are encouraged and supported.
South Lincs Vet Group is located near Boston, with excellent road links in all directions, and rail links to London and nationwide via Peterborough. The beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds and the Norfolk coast are within easy day trip distance. The skies are huge, the people are friendly, and costs of living are very affordable.
About the Team and Culture
Our friendly, experienced, and supportive team are committed to offering high standards of clinical care. We have vets who have completed or are studying towards further qualifications in surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, ECC, and ophthalmology. The vets are well supported by an experienced and conscientious team of RVN, SVNs and ANAs, and excellent support staff. We're a friendly crew and never fail to help newcomers feel at ease. Personal and Professional attributes you are looking for within a candidate
We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic vet who is comfortable with sole charge. You will be skilled at communicating with clients and colleagues and share our passion for excellent client and patient care. You will be able to work within our night team to provide the top-quality veterinary care that we are proud of.
Applicant Requirements
We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic vet who is comfortable with sole charge. You will be skilled at communicating with clients and colleagues and share our passion for excellent client and patient care. You will be able to work within our night team to provide the top-quality veterinary care that we are proud of.
Because our employee's matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:
Wellbeing
Private medical insurance
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
Cycle to Work scheme
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Non-accidental injury support
Development
£1500 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid pro-rata
Certificate support
Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
Infection Prevention and Control Programme
Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
BVA membership
VDS cover
RCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
Discounted staff pet care
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
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Any questions before applying?
Speak to Summer Aiken from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Summer Aiken
Talent Partner
summer.aiken@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7977 242 401