Job Description

Join Our Award-Winning Veterinary Team in Beautiful West Sussex!


Medivet Maidenbower has a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join our dynamic and friendly team on a part time basis for 20 hours per week.



Nestled within acres of rolling woodland, our practices offer a serene and scenic setting, surrounded by nature and wildlife. With the South Downs National Park and the stunning Jurassic coastline just a short drive away, this location provides a perfect blend of work and leisure in a tranquil environment with Gatwick airport in close proximity.



Our well-established practice has earned an outstanding reputation for providing top-tier care to both pets and their owners. We are a close-knit, welcoming team dedicated to delivering exceptional service and building lasting relationships with our clients.


Prime Location: Situated within a 10 minute drive from Gatwick Airport, we're ideally located between Brighton and London, offering excellent transport links and a variety of lifestyle options.



State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our purpose-built practices are designed for efficiency and comfort, equipped with modern technology and a great flow to ensure a smooth working environment.



Supportive Team: You'll be part of a friendly team, including four receptionists, two full-time nurses, four part-time nurses, and an experienced all-round vet who will be there to support you, especially during surgery.



Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary, with remuneration to be negotiated based on your experience and expertise, particularly if you have orthopaedic skills or experience with TPLO.


We are looking for someone who is committed to providing the highest standard of care while working alongside a talented and supportive team. If you have a passion for animal welfare and enjoy working in a positive, collaborative environment, this is the role for you! Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years experience with strong communication skills and the ability to work well with clients and colleagues alike. So if you have a desire to grow professionally within a supportive team hit apply now!


For a friendly initial conversation or more information please contact joanne.gray@medivet.co.uk

Responsibilities

Client care:

Deliver exceptional care to clients, each and every day. Deal with any client complaints and concerns raised in the clinic. Ensure the client receives updates regarding patient care following any procedure. For any out of hours (OOH) or enhanced care, ensure the client is updated regarding patient care and wellbeing.

Patient care:

Carry out any consultations and procedures. Accountable for patient care and monitoring. Responsible for admissions and discharges for procedures (depending on complexity) Ensure patient records are accurate and up to date. Complete a clinical handover and make arrangements for the transfer of any patient requiring OOH or enhanced care. Responsible for prescribing medication and carrying out dispensing checks. All patient care is carried out under the guidance of the vet/lead vet in line with clinical competence.

Standards and Compliance:

Accountable for compliance with all regulatory and practice standards and agreed ways of working.


Ensure the appropriate regulatory, practice and operational veterinary and nursing standards are implemented in the practice.


Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.

Commercial performance:

Prepare accurate estimates and costs for clients and ensure payment is made at the same time as the procedure. Take action to minimise debt and support action plans to address any issues with clients. Maximise capacity through the most effective utilisation of clinical skills.

Communications:

Hold engaging clinical meetings with veterinary and nursing teams as required.

Clinical leadership:

Support and carry out colleague clinical mentoring/ development as required. Pro-actively support and share clinical best practice within and across clinics and the wider Medivet community. To continue to deliver exceptional care to clients the Vet and Lead Vet are responsible for mentoring graduates within the clinic. The Nurse and Head Nurse are responsible for coaching the nursing team.

Clinical administration:

Accountable for ensuring lab tests are carried out correctly. Escalate any issues to the Practice Manager as required.

Skills, knowledge and experience

Must be an RCVS registered vet surgeon. Able to demonstrate clinical leadership skills. Implementation of a progressive clinical culture. Able to work as part of a team. Experienced in delivering exceptional clinical care to clients and patients. Supports nurse consults and understands how this contributes to the performance and efficient operation of the clinic. Experienced in using coaching and influencing skills to get the best out of each and every colleague.

Our clinics are run by small teams who need to work together effectively to deliver exceptional care to our clients, patients, and colleagues. This means that, from time to time, you may be required to carry out tasks outside your normal duties, where you have the skills, knowledge and experience required.