We have an exciting opportunity for vets looking to take their clinical skills to the next level to join us.  At Dovecote, we operate a leading RCVS specialist-led, multi-disciplinary referral hospital in Castle Donington near Derby, specialising in Neurology, Orthopaedics, Soft Tissue, Oncology and Dermatology.  We also provide certificate led services in Internal Medicine, as well as a first opinion and out-of-hours emergency service to the local area. Along with our highly skilled nurses and support team all working together to offer our patients the best possible care.

Being a clinical associate practice of Nottingham Vet School, we are keen to help develop the next generation of vets as well as continually developing our team to the highest standards, providing opportunities for career progression and professional development.

We have a unique opportunity for veterinary surgeons to join our team in an exciting full time new structured training role involving working with all of our referral services, emergency critical care and first opinion team, giving you the right blend of clinical independence and support as you continue to develop your skills in the next steps of your career.

The role, based on a 6 week cycle:

• working alongside our referral clinicians:

Following challenging cases from start to finish

Developing new knowledge and skills

• study days to support completion of the University of Nottingham's RCVS Certificate of Advanced Veterinary Practice (CertAVP)
• 2 days per week first opinion general practice work:

Routine and emergency consultations and surgery in a supportive environment with benefit of a referral team to ask for advice and guidance for challenging cases

Opportunity to fully work-up complex cases, including advanced imaging

• 6 nights & 2 weekend day shifts in emergency out of hours work:

Following a structured ECC induction programme ensuring you have the confidence and skills to work sole charge out of hours

With the reassurance of telephone support from experienced ECC clinicians

This part of the role involves seeing emergency cases as well as care of first opinion and referral inpatients

Appropriate time off following out of hours shifts

The ideal candidate will be:

• Eligible for enrolment in the University of Nottingham's RCVS CertAVP (i.e hold a recognised veterinary degree, have at least one year's experience as a practising vet, completed or be close to completing their PDP or VetGDP)
• Be eager to learn and develop new skills
• Have excellent communication skills

What we offer:

• Fully funded enrolment in the University of Nottingham's CertAVP program
• Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS)
• Dedicated mentor to help ensure the most is made of the learning opportunities available
• £40,000 annual salary
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme - allowing you to purchase an additional two weeks of annual leave.
• Long Service Holiday - Receive extra days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• CVS Refresh – one of our health and wellbeing rewards. Our teams receive a weekly allowance to spend on tasty treats or fitness classes!
• Mental Health first aiders. Our people are at the heart of what we do and your health & wellbeing matters!
• Maternity / Adoption Pay – 10 weeks full pay and 10 weeks half pay.
• Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave.
• Cycle to work scheme, saving 25-39% on a bike and accessories!
• Discounted pet treatments.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it the most.
• Discounted UK gym membership with Gym Flex.
• Performance bonus scheme.
• Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE).

If you have a ‘can-do' attitude and a willingness to learn new skills benefiting future career progression, we would love you to apply for this role.  If you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Justine on 01332 812500 or click ‘Apply Now' and submit your covering letter and CV.