Job Description

Overview
Our Markeaton practice is set in the tranquil Allestree area of Derby and offers high level equine and farm veterinary services.  We have experienced and dedicated teams and access to excellent facilities. These facilities include sixteen stables with boxes for critical care patients and foaling boxes and an operating theatre. We are a Clinical Associate Practice of the University of Nottingham. 

The Team
Our friendly team of seven equine vets have varying experience, from recent graduates to certificate holders, with different individual interests including but not limited to lameness, medicine, dentistry and reproduction. There are regular case discussions and individual development is supported and encouraged. We also have regular assistance from Nottingham Vet School staff and from visiting specialists. The equine veterinary team is supported by and excellent equine nursing and reception team.

The role
This maternity cover role will likely to last for 12 months and might possibly lead to become a permanent position.  Primarily being an ambulatory role, we have hospitalisation and operating facilities available in an Equine Clinic with the usual range of toys, providing an outstanding level of client care and dealing with a varied equine caseload. There is the opportunity to follow cases through with support from the team when required. We have friendly clients who are primarily sports and leisure horse owners.  Due to our relationship with Nottingham University, we have students with the equine team once a week and you may be asked to take a student out on your round.  We will support you fully in your time with us.

Professional 
Great facilities and supportive team
1:5 rota
Excellent CPD (in-house and externally)
Competitive salary

Personal
5 weeks holiday allowance (pro rota), plus an extra day for your birthday
Healthcare Scheme

You must have:
RCVS qualification
Full driving licence
Own vehicle
Equine ambulatory experience
Good working knowledge of core procedures

Would be great if you have:
At least two years equine experience but enthusiastic recent graduate considered.
Interest in Equine dentistry
Student teaching experience

Please apply via email to recruitment@scarsdalevets.com or call if you require more detail. 
Tel: 01332 545343 Janet Leer

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