Equine Veterinary Surgeon / Ophthalmology Specialist
The responsibilities of this role will be to support the equine ophthalmology team.
Day to day your time will be spent conducting clinical duties 'on the road' as part of our Ophthalmology Service, managing hospitalised patients at multiple clinics and participating in occasional out-of-hours on-call rota for ophthalmic emergencies under the supervision of our equine ophthalmology specialist team.
You will be expected to increase your primary case responsibility for a varied caseload and to gradually increase your surgical proficiency while being fully supported with this.
There will be some opportunity to gain some experience in the small animal referral centre if desired, where you can experience the expertise of multiple Ophthalmology specialists as well as small animal medicine and surgery specialists.
The whole Optivet team holds weekly in-house CPD presentations, where your involvement is encouraged and the Ophthalmology departments run weekly 2 hourly journal and book club and 1-hour equine journal club to maintain our continued learning.
This exciting new role will be a permanent position. This is a full-time role to work 40 hours per week. The ideal candidate will be based in the Berkshire/Hampshire area, but other areas could be considered.
- A competitive and attractive benefit package is offered - Salary DOE.
- Holidays are 25 working days plus statutory bank holidays (8 days)
- CPD allowance is 5 days and a further 5 days may be taken as unpaid leave should you wish to pursue other training opportunities or attend other conferences.
- We offer private health care, pet insurance contribution and SMART pension scheme. Salary commensurate with experience.
Interested candidates please contact Chez de Oliveira at chezhendey@gmail.com or equine@optivet.com.
Candidates must be MRCVS eligible with the right to work in the UK, and should include a letter of intent, curriculum vitae and the contact details of two referees.
2 x Weekend VCA's - Havant
We have an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic and passionate Veterinary Care Assistants to join our inclusive team here at Optivet Referrals.
Optivet is an independent practice providing first line 24/7 emergency care with expert emergency clinicians as well as providing a specialist referral service in Ophthalmology, Surgery, Internal Medicine and Anaesthesia.
Our team focuses on all aspects of our patients wellbeing. Through knowledge-based growth and outstanding nursing care, our clinicians deliver effective treatments plans for our patients, keeping our clients informed throughout, founded on what we would want for our own pets.
Underpinned by our core values, we provide a culture where our team is supported and able to thrive, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth.
About the role
The two roles we have available are part time, and are weekends only - 8 hours per day, across a Saturday & Sunday.
1 x early shift weekend VCA every weekend - 7.30am - 4.00pm - 16 hours per week.
1 x twilight shift VCA every weekend - 1.30pm - 10.00pm - 16 hours per week.
As a VCA (Veterinary Care Assistant), you will work alongside specialist veterinary surgeons and RVNs to provide excellent care for inpatients, assist in theatres, prepare and clean equipment, maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hospital and provide client care and lab processing assistance where required.
(Full job description available on request)
About you
Experience as a Veterinary Care Assistant would be beneficial.
To succeed in this role, you must be dynamic, well organised with exceptional attention to detail. You must be able to show empathy and work in a fast-paced environment, whilst remaining calm and demonstrating exemplary team-working skills.
Above all, you must be passionate about providing a high standard and quality of care to our patients and clients.
In addition:
- Proven strong and effective verbal communication techniques both on the telephone and face to-face.
- Demonstrates a professional level of English language when sending out written communication.
- Understand the ethical requirements of a referral veterinary practice.
- Strong computer skills.
- Experience in a similar role is preferable
Our package
- competitive salary
· 13.5 days holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays. (prorated from 33 days per annum)
· Private health care
· SMART pension
· Free onsite parking
· Pet insurance contribution
Please email hannah@optivet.com with your CV and cover letter to apply.
Work Experience
We are currently accepting work experience placements for enthusiastic individuals aged 17 and over. To apply, please complete the application form below and return to learning@optivet.com
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