We are looking for an experienced equine veterinary surgeon to take a clinical director role within our equine team.
A prospective candidate would be encouraged to increase our caseload and be professionally motivated to help lead our practice into the future. We have an enthusiastic and friendly team of 3 equine vets, who provide a high level of care to a genuinely mixed clientele.
We are very well equipped with digital scopes, ultrasound, portable x-ray and motorized dental rasps. This is a predominantly ambulatory role with onsite stabling and lameness work up area viewable at www.avondalevets.com
Our well-equipped clinic includes facilities for digital radiography, endoscopy, ultrasonography, motorised dental kits, and stabling for 5 horses. In house lameness work-ups are encouraged to utilise our trot up, hard and soft lunging areas. Our clinic provides an extensive range of diagnostic, reproductive, medical and surgical therapeutic services to a broad population of equestrian owners throughout the surrounding area. A dedicated equine receptionist and SQP is employed to field calls, organise the diary and advise owners on prophylactic care
A 4.5-day working week with 1 in 3 out of hours is required
Salary: Starting salary from £50,000
Additional Employee Benefits:
· £1200 CPD allowance
· 5 paid CPD days
· 30 days holiday (including public)
· Paid RCVS, BVA and VDS fees
· Private Medical Insurance
· Child care vouchers
· Participation in Group Pension Scheme
· “My Benefits” at Independent Vet Care
· Discounted veterinary fees for to 3 animals
Applications to lcollings@independentvetcare.co.uk or 07484520516
Some information about us:
Avondale Veterinary Group is based in Strathaven, Lanarkshire, 16 miles South West of Glasgow and provides routine and emergency Farm, Equine and Small Animal services. Our, purpose built premises opened in August 2009 within the Strathaven Rural Centre and comprises of our main surgery plus a separate adjacent equine facility. We are a long- established practice, having had a presence in Strathaven since 1921, and are very proud of our strong links with the local community.
Some information about Independent Vetcare Group
Independent Vetcare (IVC) is one of the largest veterinary practice groups in the UK. Founded in 2011, IVC was set up by working vets from the consolidation of several large independent veterinary groups from across the country. IVC believe in exceptional veterinary care delivered through locally managed practices led by their clinical teams. We want all practices in the group to be places where the entire team can enjoy their work, learn new skills and fulfil their potential. We embrace change and challenger ourselves to grow. IVC develop practices whilst retaining the spirit, branding and heritage of the original business so they continue to flourish at the heart of their local community.