Veterinary Ophthalmologist

Linnaeus; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary referral practice in Runcorn is seeking a Veterinary Ophthalmologist to join a collaborative team. Responsibilities include treating a variety of cases including those from Chester Zoo. Benefits include 5 weeks holiday, funded CPD, RCVS fees paid, and opportunities for career progression. This role suits those with RCVS registration and a passion for ophthalmology.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus birthday leave

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Career progression opportunities

Enhanced sickness pay

Wellness program

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• We welcome applications from keen ophthalmologists currently working through a certificate, as well as existing certificate holders, advanced practitioners and diplomats.

Skills

RCVS registration

Passion for Ophthalmology

Job description

Job Title

Veterinary Ophthalmologist

Location

Eye Vet, Runcorn, Cheshire.

Role Type

Permanent.

Hours

Full‑time (part‑time can be considered)

Eye Vet is a dedicated ophthalmology referral practice with strong multi‑disciplinary support from nearby Northwest Veterinary Specialists and the University of Liverpool’s Small Animal Teaching Hospital. In addition to our busy referral caseload from surrounding primary care practices, we are proud to contribute to clinical teaching and final‑year placements for University of Liverpool veterinary students, and we also provide ophthalmology services to Chester Zoo.

What we can offer

• A collaborative and supportive environment, working alongside 4 other Ophthalmologists, Anaesthetist and dedicated ophthalmic nurses, and with a close working relationship with Northwest Veterinary Specialists close by.
• Fantastic surgical, diagnostic and medical referral caseload.
• As well as treating patients referred by primary‑care veterinary practices all over the Northwest of England and North Wales, we also treat a variety of animals off‑site, including Chester Zoo.
• Great location, just off the M56 and close to Liverpool, Manchester and North Wales.

What we are looking for

• RCVS registration and a passion for Ophthalmology.
• We welcome applications both from keen ophthalmologist who are currently working through a certificate, as well as existing certificate holders, advanced practitioners and diplomats!

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday a year plus birthday leave (pro rata)
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD programmes
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Wellness program including:
• Employee assistance programme
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

If you are interested in hearing more about this role, or discuss in more detail, click apply or contact [e-mail]