Advanced Practitioner Vet Training Role

Advanced Practitioner Vet Training Role

Job description

Advanced Practitioner Vet Training Role - Dovecote Veterinary Hospital

Practice Site :

Dovecote Veterinary Hospital (Castle Donington)

Dovecote Veterinary Hospital (Castle Donington)

We have an exciting opportunity for vets looking to take their clinical skills to the next level to join us at Dovecote Veterinary Hospital.

This is 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.

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.

The role, based on a 6 week cycle will include :

Referrals

Working alongside our Referral clinicians, which allow you to follow challenging cases from start to finish, along with the opportunity to develop new skills and knowledge.







You will also have dedicated study days to support completion of the University of Nottingham's RCVS Certificate of Advanced Veterinary Practice (CertAVP).

First Opinion

2 days per week will be dedicated to first opinion general practice work, which will include 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.

You will have the opportunity to fully work-up complex cases, including advanced imaging.

Emergency Out-of-Hours Work

The role also includes six nights and two weekend day shifts dedicated to emergency out-of-hours work. This part of the role involves a structured ECC (Emergency and Critical Care) induction programme, designed to build your confidence and skills for sole charge out-of-hours work.







You will have access to telephone support from experienced ECC clinicians, ensuring you are never alone in managing emergency cases.

You will see emergency cases as well as caring for first opinion and referral inpatients. To maintain a healthy work-life balance, appropriate time off is provided following out-of-hours shifts.

This comprehensive role offers a unique blend of continuous learning, hands-on experience, and support from a team of experienced professionals, making it an ideal opportunity for career development in veterinary practice.

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
- RCVS registered, or eligible to register

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
- £42, annual salary

Plus a comprehensive Benefits package which includes; an option to purchase up to 2 additional weeks of annual leave per year, Employee Assistance Programme, Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE) allowing you to purchase discounted shares,





Health Shield cash plan, discounted pet treatments and products, workplace pension scheme, and much more Take a look at our full Benefits package here -

▶️ Advanced Practitioner Vet Training Role
🖊️ CVS Group
📍 Castle Donington