Medivet St Neots is a single Vet practice managed by our lovely Lead Vet who is due to go on maternity leave shortly. We are looking for a Vet who may be looking for a bit of stability or step up into a Lead role for a 12 month fixed term period.
You’ll be supported by our RVN, SVN, VCA and CCAand this is a great opportunity for a Vet who prefers to work weekdays only (4 days) and keep their weekends free.
You will play a pivotal role in diagnosing, treating and managing various medical conditions. Using a combination of your medical expertise, surgical proficiency and communication skills you will provide exceptional care, ensuring the health and happiness of our patients and clients.
St Neots is a charming market town located in west Cambridgeshire, nestled on the banks of the River Great Ouse, with great transport links including a 10-minute walk from St Neots train station.
If you would like further information about the role or would prefer an informal chat before applying, please contact Serena at serena.khima@medivet.co.uk.
Key Benefits
Private Medical Insurance from day one.
Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
Life Assurance 3 x salary.
Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support.
5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service. (prorated)
An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish.
Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave (prorated)
Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
Funded certificate opportunities.
VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid.
Sabbatical based on length of service.
Interest free Season Ticket Loan.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Discounts on Medivet products and services.
Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.
Role Accountabilities
Provide first class clinical care through consultations, procedures and monitoring
Complete clinical handover and arrange transfer of any patient needing out of hours or enhanced care
Provide exceptional client care giving clear updates on patients, resolving issues as they arise
Observe the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance
Prepare accurate estimates for clients, ensuring payment and minimising debt
Maximise capacity through the most effective utilisation of clinical skills
Hold engaging clinical meetings with veterinary and nursing teams
Support and carry out colleague clinical mentoring / development
Pro-actively support and share clinical best practice within and across clinics and the wider Medivet community
Support with the growth of our new 24-hour practice
Your Skills and Experience
RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon, or with the eligibility to be registered
Confident working sole charge
A client-oriented approach, with excellent communication skills
Experience of working to the highest medical and surgical standards
Experience of working with a team to develop a practice
Competent in clinical examination and surgery
Experience of building trusting relationships with colleagues, and working effectively as part of a team
A great communicator, you will be an outstanding and positive example to others.
About Us
Medivet is a leading veterinary care provider, with practices across the UK including a number of 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. We also have a growing presence overseas with practices in France, Germany and Spain.
We’re proud to support a large, connected and growing community of colleagues who provide exceptional care that’s always there. That’s more than a strapline for us, we truly believe every interaction we have matters and that we can make a real difference. This is as true for our colleagues as it is for our patients and clients. Being part of Medivet means being part of a forward-thinking and caring environment with the very best equipment and treatment options available, and the very best treatment for you as a valued member of the team.
This is the home of talented people like you who want to stand out in their field and whose compassion for animals goes way beyond their job. Join us and be part of our exciting plans for the future.
