Head of Laboratory Services

Donnington Grove Veterinary Group; Newbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

Wellbeing initiatives

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Newbury is seeking a Head of Laboratory Services to lead a laboratory team in delivering high-quality diagnostics for equine and small animal practices. The ideal candidate will possess a Veterinary Surgeon qualification and experience in team leadership and laboratory development. This role offers a work-life balance with generous benefits including enhanced leave and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Board eligible or specialist qualification in Internal Medicine or Pathology is ideal.
• Experience in leading laboratory teams is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Laboratory Technicians to deliver high-quality laboratory services.
• Develop the portfolio of tests and support laboratory growth.
• Foster an inclusive team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Laboratory diagnostics

Team collaboration

Veterinary knowledge

Education

Veterinary Surgeon qualification

Job description

Overview

Head of Laboratory Services at Donnington Grove Veterinary Group, based at the main hospital in Newbury, West Berkshire. Lead a laboratory team to deliver a first class diagnostic service for a busy Equine and Small Animal practice, with the aim of growing the laboratory as the in-house provider of choice within the IVC Evidensia Group.

Newbury is a thriving market town with good train links to London and semi-rural surroundings.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Laboratory Technicians and deliver high-quality laboratory services across haematology, clinical chemistry, endocrinology, microbiology, serology and molecular diagnostics.
• Develop the portfolio of tests, keep equipment and working practices up to date, and support the growth of the laboratory within the practice and broader network.
• Foster an inclusive, engaging team environment and drive a strong team-working ethic.
• Collaborate with 50 Veterinary Surgeons and the wider referral network to provide a first-class service.

What we’re looking for

• Ideal candidate: Veterinary Surgeon who is board eligible or has a specialist qualification in Internal Medicine or Pathology.
• Experience in leading teams and developing in-house laboratory capability.

What we offer

• Work-life balance with 6.6 weeks annual leave, enhanced holiday allowance based on service, and a paid birthday day off.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay.
• Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to Work, wellbeing initiatives, and discounted gym membership.
• Non-accidental injury support and access to a comprehensive development program through the IVC Evidensia Academy.
• CPD allowance, infection prevention and control programme, quality improvement programme, and access to Vetlexicon.
• Professional memberships covered (VDS, RCVS fees).
• Pawsome Benefits, pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer), and discounted staff pet care.

How to apply

If you would like to apply, please follow the link on the page or send your covering letter and current CV to Kris.Reilly at ivcevidensia.com.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Veterinary Services

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