Veterinarian - Rushden - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Rushden; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned veterinary practice in Rushden is seeking a qualified small animal vet. This role offers a supportive team environment, competitive salary of £45-50k, and numerous benefits including a relocation package, private healthcare, and ongoing professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates should have a passion for animal care and excellent communication skills. Apply today to join a practice that values personal connections with clients.

Benefits

Relocation Package

Private Health Care

Paid CPD & Certification Training

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Regular Team Outings

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of small animal clinical experience.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Build personal connections with clients.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Manage consistent case continuity.
• Experience clinical autonomy in managing pets' health.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Team player

Passion for animal care

Dedication to client service

Education

Recognised veterinary qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you a 1-year qualified small animal vet seeking a rewarding career with a friendly, family-owned practice? Sanctuary Personnel are looking for a passionate and confident individual to join our client’s close-knit team of 5 vets and 5 nurses. Their clinic offers a unique environment where you can work from your own personalised consult room in a practice renowned for its beauty.

If you excel at building personal connections and are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, this role is perfect for you. Their clients value the personal relationships they have with their vets and trust them for life, making this a truly fulfilling opportunity.

• Flexible Working: 4 or 5 day week with 1 in 5 weekends
• No OOH, On-Call or Bank Holiday Work
• Consultation Time: 15 minutes
• Beautiful Reception Area
• Veterinary Nurse Training Centre

Qualifications / Requirements

• Remains calm under pressure with a positive attitude
• Enjoys consulting as much as clinical work
• Thrives in a close-knit team environment and is happy to contribute to team activities, such as making the occasional cup of tea
• Holds a recognised veterinary qualification and has a minimum of 1 year of small animal clinical experience
• Demonstrates strong communication skills, both with clients and colleagues
• Is committed to ongoing professional development and willing to embrace new techniques and approaches
• Exhibits a high level of organisation and attention to detail in their work
• Possesses a genuine passion for animal care and client service

Why Join Our Client?

• Case Continuity: Enjoy the benefit of consistent case management as we match clients to ‘their’ vet, ensuring you remain responsible for their pets’ health throughout their lives.
• Autonomy and Support: Experience complete clinical autonomy with the backing of a dedicated team focused on client satisfaction rather than sales targets.
• Community Engagement: We have special partnerships with Cats Protection and the National Fox Welfare Society, reflecting our commitment to the local community.

What They Offer

• Salary: £45-50k (dependent on expertise)
• Bonus: Up to 20% of salary based on target achievements (not sales based but measurable)
• Relocation Package
• Pension Scheme
• Private Health Care
• Paid CPD & Certification Training
• Cost Price Personal Pet Care
• Paid RCVS/VDS Premiums
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Childcare Support up to 3 years old
• Regular Team Outings (e.g., Spa, Horse Racing, Karting, Casino)
• Career Progression Opportunities including Clinical Director or leading your own practice

If this sounds like your ideal job, we would love to hear from you! Apply today through Sanctuary Personnel to join a practice where you can make a real difference.