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12 month fixed-term opportunity

Eastcott Referrals are currently recruiting for an ophthalmologist who is board certified or residency-trained, to join our multi-disciplinary team of specialists.

You will be part of a team that has been provided with some of the most advanced equipment and facilities and be committed to developing the practice and providing high standards of care to both our patients and referring veterinary surgeons.

This exciting role will require the candidate to:

Provide clinical services as an ophthalmology consultant - Work with the team to further grow and develop the Eastcott Referrals ophthalmology service.

What kind of person you need to be

• You need to be a highly motivated starter with the: - Desire to provide the best clinical service to all our patients
• Ability to help develop and shape a growing service
• Ability to work as part of a team and individually

Specific experiences / qualifications / status / citizenship requirements:

You must fulfil the following requirements:

• Membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (or eligible to become a member) Successful completion of a recognised veterinary ophthalmology residency programme
• Strong communication skills and professional approach –
• Maintain a professional and caring approach in all aspects of your work

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave 

• RCVS and VDS fees paid 

• External CPD funded 

• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program 

• Career progression opportunities 

• Staff discount schemes 

• Life Assurance 

• Enhanced sickness pay 

• Enhanced equal family leave 

• E-car salary sacrifice scheme 

• Employer contribution pension scheme  

• Wellness program including:  

• Employee assistance program 

• Eyecare voucher scheme 

• Free annual Flu jab 

• Cycle to work scheme 

• Recruitment referral reward scheme

About us

We are a veterinary clinic and referral multi-disciplinary practice that offers the highest care services for small animals. With our primary care and 24-hour emergency services, we care for pets from all over the south as well animals in our local community. We believe excellence is at the heart of both clinical standards and customer service to make sure our patients have the best quality care. 

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.

We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars.

Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people.

Why Linnaeus?

-    We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets

-    We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet

-    We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing – valuing equity, diversity and inclusion

-    We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one.

We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future.

Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates.

At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people.

If you would like to apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or for more information or please reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]