ECC Specialist

Linnaeus Veterinary Limited; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Davies Veterinary Specialists in Hertfordshire is seeking an Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) Specialist to join our expanding ECC service. Diplomate status preferred; residency-trained candidates also considered.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver expert emergency and critical care to a diverse caseload. The role is full-time (four days per week) with an out-of-hours rota including weeknights and weekends, offering opportunities to mentor interns and nurses and contribute

Qualifications

• Diplomate status (ACVECC or ECVECC) preferred, residency-trained candidates also considered.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills essential.
• Positive, solutions-focused approach to emergency referrals.

Responsibilities

• Manage emergency referrals and facilitate rapid case acceptance for referring practices.
• Provide specialist-level care for critically ill and ICU patients.
• Support case acceptance and collaborate with other services across the hospital.
• Provide telephone support and advice for referring vets.
• Contribute to ongoing development of clinical protocols and service delivery.
• Teach and mentor rotating interns and nursing teams.

Skills

Diplomate status

Residency-trained

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Emergency & Critical Care Specialist / Criticalist Location: Davies Veterinary Specialists, Hertfordshire

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a second Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) Diplomate, or residency-trained clinician, to join our expanding ECC service at Davies Veterinary Specialists. Our dedicated ECC service was established to provide both same-day emergency referral support and advanced management of complex critical care patients. As our service continues to grow, we are looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative clinician who is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the wider referral community.

This is a full-time position working four days per week, with participation in the out-of-hours rota, including weeknights and weekends. Davies Veterinary Specialists is one of the UK's largest and most established multidisciplinary referral hospitals, offering a truly collaborative approach to patient care.

As part of our ECC team, you will: Work alongside a highly experienced team of specialists in Anaesthesia, Cardiology, Dermatology, Dentistry & Oromaxillofacial Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Soft Tissue Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Ophthalmology and Oncology. Be involved in the management of a diverse and challenging emergency and critical care caseload within a genuinely multidisciplinary environment.

Benefit from advanced facilities and diagnostic capabilities, including:

• Siemens 64-slice CT scanner
• Siemens 1.5T MRI scanner
• Dedicated ultrasound suites
• digital radiography suites
• Endoscopy facilities

Have access to a well-equipped intensive care unit featuring:

• Mindray ICU ventilator and oxygen kennels
• Blood gas machine
• in-house haematology and biochemistry
• Traditional coagulation and viscoelastic monitoring

The Role

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the continued development of our ECC service. Responsibilities will include:

Responsibilities

• Managing emergency referrals and facilitating rapid case acceptance for referring veterinary practices.
• Providing specialist-level care for critically ill and intensive care patients.
• Supporting case acceptance and collaborating with other clinical services across the hospital.
• Providing telephone support and advice for referring vets.
• Contributing to the ongoing development of clinical protocols and service delivery.
• Providing teaching and mentorship to rotating interns and nursing teams.

About You

We are seeking a confident, proactive and team-oriented clinician who thrives in a fast-paced referral environment and is committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

Applicants should have

• Diplomate status (ACVECC or ECVECC) preferred, although residency-trained credentialed candidates will also be considered.
• A positive, solutions-focused approach to emergency referral case acceptance.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Enthusiasm for teaching, mentoring and supporting the development of interns and veterinary nurses.

Join Us

This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a leading referral hospital and help shape the future of a growing ECC service while working alongside some of the UK's most respected veterinary specialists. If you are looking for a stimulating clinical environment, access to excellent facilities, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both patients and colleagues, we would love to hear from you.

For further information, feel free to email Sian Emery (Talent Acquisition Partner) at [e-mail]

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