Current vacancies at XLVet practices
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Mixed Veterinary Surgeon at D S McGregor & Partners, Thurso and Wick, Scottish Highlands
We are looking for a vet keen to pursue a career in mixed practice with a friendly and supportive team of 19 vets in the Scottish Highlands. We are an independent, genuinely mixed practice and the home of the popular TV series ‘The Highland Vet.’ Although the role can be flexible and individual interests pursued, a vet with an enthusiasm for farm animal work would be particularly suitable. A typical day starts with a cup of tea and a team meeting at 8:45am and when not on call you will normally be finished by 5:30pm. The shared out of hours rota is currently 1:5 with days off in lieu. New graduates can expect to be well supported by senior colleagues.
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Our practices are well-equipped, including:
Farm animal – rectal scanners, hydraulic foot tipping crate, EEJ for bull/tup testing,
automated faecal egg analysers. We have vets who are trained to carry out PMs at the local SRUC facility.
Equine – Repro/Tendon scanner, portable x-ray, power float for dentals.
Small animal – digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental x-ray with table-side processor, in-house blood machines, range of ortho equipment including TPLO kit.
Even though the pace of life is more laid back in the north of Scotland there is still plenty to enjoy in your free time. There are numerous sporting clubs, fitness facilities and outdoor activities available in the area. For the more relaxed among us, there are beautiful beaches to walk the dog on, the northern lights, a variety of wildlife, as well as excellent cafes/restaurants.
The salary package starts at £39,388 for a new graduate (salary plus additional benefits) with a generous pay rise structure based on experience. 29 days holiday each year. GDP and CPD fully supported. New graduates are encouraged to enroll on the excellent XLVets New Graduate Development Programme (www.xlvets.co.uk/graduate-development). Private health care provided and usual subscriptions paid. A company vehicle can be provided if required or the candidate can run their own vehicle and claim back mileage. We can assist in finding accommodation if needed. You are more than welcome to discuss the role with one of our more recently qualified assistants.
For more information on the role or to submit covering letter/CV then please contact:
Phone – 01955 602088 and ask to speak to Pete or Iain.
E-mail – jobs@dsmcg.co.uk
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Farm Animal Vet at Mount Vets, Wellington, Somerset
Mount Vets Farm Practice is looking for a vet to join our team late Spring/Summer 2024. Our team comprises 8 full-time clinicians, 2 TB-testing vet techs, 1 foot trimmer and 8 support staff. We are situated in Wellington (Somerset) alongside our Mount Vets companion animal practice, with a branch practice based between Cullompton and Honiton (Devon).
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We have a lively, community-based team. We are proud to say that 4 of our current clinicians joined the Mount straight from university and the other 4 clinicians have been at the Mount for more than 10 years. We work hard to look after each other and our clients, establishing healthy long-term relationships.
The role is for a pure large animal full-time clinician. We are very lucky to tend to dairies ranging from 2000 to 20 cows, commercial and pedigree beef and sheep enterprises, and a thriving small holder population. All clients are highly valued and allow us to have a pleasantly varied balance of work. All of the vets are on the out of hours rota, resulting in a nice relaxed 1 in 8 rota.
We are happy to receive applicants of any years of experience, including current undergraduates on course to qualify this Summer.
The package will comprise a good salary commensurate with the applicant’s years of experience, 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, back up on call for 8-24 months as needed for new graduates, private healthcare with a mental health bolt-on, private use of a 22/23 plate Toyota Hilux, £100 present from the practice to each member of staff each year to spend how you like, discounted small animal fees, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and £1500 CPD budget.
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Approved Tuberculin Tester (ATT) at Farm First Veterinary Services, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire
What is an Approved Tuberculin Tester: Approved Tuberculin Testers (ATTs) are Animal Health para professionals with the authority to carry out statutory TB skin testing of cattle. ATT’s will be trained and work under the supervision of an Approved Veterinary Supervisor
Candidate requires the following:
Minimum age of 18 years.
Identification and basic DBS security checks.
Minimum academic requirement is either:
Three GCSEs or equivalent qualifications in Mathematics, English and in a Science Subject or Food Production
OR three years performance in a government regulatory role e.g., Local Authority (LA) Inspector or Environmental Health OfficerA minimum of six months previous livestock handling experience.
Must have a full driver’s license.
Ability to work independently and to a high standard.
Enjoy working outdoors in all weathers.
Flexible with time (some early starts)
Training
Online course with examination
Practical TB testing under the direct and continuous supervision of the AVS (senior vet within the practice) until all practical training requirements have been achieved.
Examinable Practical Assessment
Vacancy Offer
Competitive salary with regular reviews
Pay & contract review after qualification.
Sick pay and pension scheme
Working 4 day/6-day weekly rota (average 5-day week). Or 4-day week (no weekends).
20 days plus bank holidays per annum (pro rata).
Farm First Vets is situated in a pleasant rural location in the heart of Monmouthshire. The practice works hard to be as sustainable as possible and personal wellbeing is a priority. We enjoy regular social events both within the team and alongside the farming community.
For more information, please contact Jane Anscombe on 01873 840167
Closing date: Monday 29th April 2024.
If you would like to join us, please send your CV to: info@farmfirstvets.co.uk or apply in writing to: Miss Jane
Anscombe, Director, Farm First Veterinary Services, Unit 1 The Bryn Garage, Penpergwm, Abergavenny NP7 9AT
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Farm Animal Vet at Paragon Veterinary Group, Dalston and Newbiggin, Cumbria
We have an exciting opportunity for an additional enthusiastic farm animal vet to join our expanding team. We are part of a 3 centre multidisciplinary independent practice, with 16 farm vets including multiple certificate and diploma holders.
Based in North Cumbria, the Lake District National Park is on our doorstep and there is plenty of opportunity to explore what this beautiful area has to offer. We promote a good work life balance with currently a 1 in 7 OOH rota, 4.5 working week as standard, time in lieu for overtime (when not on call) and 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.
We are a friendly and supportive team, with a low staff turnover, which values the importance of job satisfaction. We work closely with our progressive clients who are proactive and motivated. We have a strong dairy client base, as well as servicing progressive beef and sheep farms, including active calf health and flock health clubs. We encourage vets to pursue their own specific areas of interest, of which there are plenty of options.
We provide a high standard of service to our clients through proactive health planning utilising all the usual tools and software plus abdominal laparoscopic surgery, VetTech services, farmer training, an advanced breeding department in addition to providing overseas farm consultancy. CPD is strongly encouraged as are specialist interests and further qualifications - all supported by certificate and diploma holders.
We are looking for a recent graduate, but all experience levels are welcome to apply and support is available.
Other information:
Private medical insurance
Mentoring programme
RCVS membership
BVA membership plus one other membership funded
Employee assistance programme
Company vehicle
Part of the Vet Sustain project
If you are interested in this role then phone Phil for a chat on 01228710208 or email philip.wilkinson@paragonvet.comhttps://www.paragonvet.com
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