Job Description
Independent vet practice seeks veterinary ophthalmologist to join team in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.
The Practice
Scottish Vet Referrals is a dedicated, independent, referral centre located in the beautiful surroundings of the Inverness Campus in the heart of the Scottish Highlands
We provide acupuncture, cardiorespiratory, CT scanning, dermatology, BVA/KC eye testing, internal medicine and oncology, ophthalmology, orthopaedic surgery and soft tissue surgery services; delivering dedicated expertise with state of the art specialist equipment in a custom-designed facility.
An extension is planned to meet our growing caseload.
We take pride in offering high standards of veterinary care in a warm and welcoming environment.
The Role
The position involves the management of a wide and varied medical and surgical caseload. You will also provide support and advice to our referring veterinary surgeons. You will have access to slit-lamp biomicroscopy, indirect ophthalmoscopy, direct ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, tonometry, microsurgical kit, operating microscope and phacoemulsification unit. You will also have access to DR x-ray, 64-slice CT and in-house laboratory.
As well as having the support of 2 ophthalmology certificate holders, of which one is an eye panellist, you will be working alongside a supportive, experienced nursing team.
Successful Candidate
Ideally, the candidate will hold a certificate and be looking to develop their diagnostic and surgical skills but we would consider someone studying towards their certificate. Most importantly, the individual must be enthusiastic, have a caring attitude and be a good communicator and supportive colleague.
Full-time preferred but part-time considered.
You will be required to take part in a shared out-of-hours rota which includes weekends and bank holidays.
Salary is negotiable and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The Package
- 30 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) increasing with length of service
- 1 days annual leave for your birthday
- RCVS fees paid
- VDS fees paid
- Generous CPD allowance
- Staff discount scheme
- Employer contribution pension scheme
Scottish Vet Referrals is a dedicated, independent, referral centre located in the beautiful surroundings of the Inverness Campus in the heart of the Scottish Highlands
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