Donnington Grove are looking to recruit a new Ambulatory Vet to join our team, the role will be primarily ambulatory, with case follow up in the clinic encouraged.
Salary in the range of £45,000 - £75,000 DOE
Vehicle included (typically a 4x4 pick up)
We have a varied clientele to include pleasure horses, sport horses and racing. Our ideal candidate would be relatively experienced, confident in performing pre-purchase examinations, and eligible to carry out BHA race duties, in addition to the usual ambulatory skillset, however less experienced candidates will also be considered. You will enjoy clinical freedom with the back-up of our clinic Specialists and friendly supportive ambulatory team.
Rota patterns that work for you
Typically, this is a full-time role working 45 hours Monday – Friday however we are happy to discuss part-time during the standard working week. The position will require participation in a 1 in 7 out-of-hours rota. Out of hours work is relatively quiet and does not include stud work, anaesthesia or clinic admissions, which are covered by separate teams
Our established practice
Donnington Grove Veterinary Group is a large practice based in Newbury, Berkshire with a well-appointed clinic, which accepts first opinion and referral cases for surgery, MRI, CT, scintigraphy, and medical investigations as well as a large in-house laboratory. We have an abundance of mobile kit and support staff to help with ambulatory procedures.
Newbury is a thriving town with good local amenities, great schools, and easy transport links to both London and the South Coast.
Join our fantastic Equine team
We have a total of 33 Equine Vets across the Hospital and Ambulatory Teams. Supporting the Vets we have 15 Nurses - both Trainees and Qualified. Within the hospital we have Surgical, Medicine and Lameness specialists.
Our ambulatory team is made up of 7 Vets and we are looking for one recruit to join us. We sponsor many local events and have recently sponsored a number of local riders.
Because our people 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 -
Work-life balance
*6.6 weeks annual leave
*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
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
*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave 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 £1250 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
For a confidential chat or to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Megan Dawson, Senior Talent Partner, on megan.dawson@ivcevidensia.com