Small Animal Vet - Ruislip
Small Animal VetPermanent
Ruislip, West London
Job Description
Join a brand-new Small Animal Practice in Ruislip and take on a founding veterinary role from opening day. This is an opportunity to help shape a new clinic, working alongside a Clinical Director and a growing team in a modern, purpose-built environment. If you are looking for a position where your clinical input, communication skills and collaborative approach will help define the practice, this is well worth your attention.
Key Details
- Location: Ruislip, West London
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Specialism: Small Animal Vet
- Job Reference: JN-35778
Why You'll Love This Role
This role offers the chance to be part of something genuinely different in veterinary care. You will join a clinic being built from the ground up, with a clear focus on high-quality clinical standards, client experience and team development.
About the Role
As a Veterinary Surgeon, you will deliver high-quality clinical services across consultations, surgery and case management. You will work closely with the veterinary and nursing teams to provide an efficient service and maintain standards in line with RCVS requirements and practice protocols.
The role includes active involvement in clinical audits, quality improvement and patient safety reporting. You will also be expected to contribute to CPD, share learning with colleagues and take a proactive approach to your own development.
Client care is a central part of the position. You will provide clear, empathetic communication, obtain informed consent, give fee estimates and discuss treatment plans and diagnostic results in a timely manner.
You will also play a part in building a collaborative team culture, supporting colleagues through case discussion, appraisals, development conversations and shared clinical decision-making.
About the Practice
This is a brand-new clinic opening soon in Ruislip, designed to offer a modern and seamless veterinary experience. The practice is being developed with purpose-built technology and a focus on making access to care personal, efficient and welcoming.
The team culture is centred on support, collaboration and development. The practice places importance on clinical governance, patient safety, client feedback and delivering a strong member experience.
Working in Ruislip
Ruislip is in West London, giving you access to a well-connected part of the capital with straightforward links into surrounding areas. It may suit veterinary professionals who want to work in a London setting while being based in a location that offers a practical commute and access to a broad client base.
Benefits
- 200 hours' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Your birthday off after one year's service.
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions.
- £1,500 CPD budget and 5 days' CPD leave per year.
- Access to a healthcare incentive after one year of employment.
- Potential eligibility for the Creature Comforts share options scheme after successful completion of probation, subject to scheme rules and eligibility criteria.
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders.
- Free snacks and lunch in clinic.
- Monthly peer recognition schemes.
- Regular team and company social events.
- Celebrating clinic milestones.
- A supportive, inclusive culture.
- Genuine career progression as the group grows across London and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
What experience is required?
You will need at least 5 years' proven experience as a Veterinary Surgeon in first opinion practice. BVSc/BVM&S or equivalent is required, along with MRCVS status or eligibility to register.
What clinical duties will I be expected to carry out?
The role includes consultations, surgery and case management. You will also contribute to clinical audits, patient safety reporting and quality improvement work.
What kind of practice environment can I expect?
You will be joining a brand-new clinic with purpose-built technology and a focus on modern, high-quality veterinary care. The culture is designed to be collaborative, supportive and development-led.
What support is available for CPD?
You will receive a £1,500 CPD budget and 5 days' CPD leave per year. The role also expects you to meet CPD requirements and share learning with the wider team.
When is the role available to start?
The role is available to start as soon as possible.
If you are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who wants to help shape a new clinic from the beginning, this could be an excellent next step. Apply now to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
Job Reference No: JN-35778
Job location
Ruislip, West London
This is the approximate job location. The exact practice address is shared with suitable candidates.
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