Clinical Director - Small Animal

Vine Tree Vets; Ross-on-Wye; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a Clinical Director to lead a dedicated team in a modern practice nestled in the scenic Wye Valley. This role offers the chance to manage operations while enjoying clinical freedom and a diverse caseload, including exotic animals. With a strong emphasis on team support and mental health, this established practice prioritizes a collaborative atmosphere. The position comes with a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a substantial CPD allowance and private medical insurance. If you're an experienced veterinary professional seeking a fulfilling challenge, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

7.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experienced clinical director with a veterinary degree required.
• Strong leadership and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of vets and nurses while managing operations.
• Enjoy clinical freedom with a diverse caseload.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Team Leadership

Clinical Management

Communication Skills

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscope

Bronchoscope

Job description

Up to £80,000 DOE

Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Clinical Director to lead our practice, situated in the heart of the Wye Valley. You will help to lead a team of vets and nurses, manage operations and enjoy clinical freedom with a diverse caseload. The role would suit an experienced clinical director looking for a new challenge with a collaborative and experienced head nurse and practice manager by your side.

Job Details:

This is a full-time position working 40 hours a week over 4 or 5 days, between the hours of 8:30 am to 7 pm. There are no OOH or on-call requirements for the role; however, taking part in the Saturday morning rota would be required.

About Our Established Practice:

Vine Tree Vets is located in the beautiful Wye Valley, within easy reach of the Forest of Dean, Bath, Gloucester, Bristol, and the Cotswolds. Vine Tree has an extensive small animal case load; however, we also work with a rescue charity for exotic animals ranging from Marmosets to Mountain Lions, giving you the chance to treat species many never see!

Practice Facilities:

Vine Tree Vets is a purpose-built, modern practice that was converted from a pub in 2015. We have:

1. Two consulting rooms
2. One operating theatre
3. An imaging room (including digital x-ray, dental x-ray, bronchoscope, endoscope, and ultrasound)
4. A main prep room
5. A cat-only prep room leading to cattery
6. A separate dog ward

Lead Our Long-Standing Team:

The team at Vine Tree is made up of 3 vets, 5 nurses, 2 receptionists, and 1 practice manager; the longest team member has been with us for over 25 years.

Our Vine Tree team is at the heart of everything we do; our priority is to create a wonderful team atmosphere where everyone looks after each other, regardless of their role, and is something we pride ourselves on. We understand the significance of supporting mental health within the veterinary profession, and this is of particular importance to us. The team regularly gets together to explore the outdoors, for dog walks, or just around the beautiful area.

Employee Benefits:

We recognize that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

1. Work-life balance: 7.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
3. Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline, Enhanced family-friendly policies
4. Development: £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro-rata, Certificate support, Learning and development opportunities
5. Professional Memberships: BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
6. Colleague Benefits: Company pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Voluntary benefits, Discounted treatment for your own pets

Diversity Commitment:

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are eager to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.