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Equine Veterinary Surgeon – Kent

Employer
Milbourn Equine Vets
Location
Hawkhurst, Cranbrook
Salary
Competitive salary for the right candidate and we are happy to discuss this further at interview.
Closing date
3 Jul 2019
Phone number
01233XXXXXX

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Sector
Equine, Veterinary
Job Type
Veterinary Surgeon, Surgeon
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Opportunity for experienced equine vet (5 years plus) at ambulatory practice in Kent countryside.

The Practice
Milbourn Equine has a large team of dedicated veterinary professionals comprising 10 equine vets. Each has a broad range of interests and is committed to providing excellent care. Its clientele is diverse – ranging from international eventers to jumpers, dressage and reining competitors, and happy hackers. The Ashford site comprises clinic and stabling facilities, while the other branches offer an ambulatory service spanning the lovely countryside.

Location
Hawkhurst is in the Weald of Kent, close to London, South Coast and Gatwick/Channel Tunnel.

The Role
The position is for our ambulatory practice in Hawkhurst, with clinic facilities located at our Ashford site. Our Hawkhurst team comprises of 4 equine vets who are ably assisted by a team of support staff. Our associated small animal practice is based at the same premises.

We have a good range of portable diagnostic equipment including DR, ultrasound, respiratory and gastroscopes, shockwave & motorised dentistry. We have a seasonal variety of work including some AI/stud work.

We can offer a 4 or 5 day week depending on preference but inclusion on our OOH rota would be essential.

Successful Candidate
We need a colleague, 5 years qualified or more, who can enhance our practice ethos of a happy team, healthy horses and satisfied clients.

The successful candidate would be an enthusiastic vet who is happy to work in the ambulatory environment but also be a team player and help support the development of fellow vets at the practice.

The Package

We can offer you:

  • A competitive salary
  • 5 weeks holiday
  • Professional membership fees and discount for your own animals
  • 1-in-5 OOH weekend rota (one weekday night per week) with time off in lieu
  • Generous CPD allowance encouraged to certificate level
  • Help with relocation costs if required

To submit your application click the apply button.

Company

Milbourn Equine is a solely equine veterinary practice, independently owned and run by a Directorship of Veterinary Surgeons. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate Veterinary Dedication, Care and Trust at all times. Our aim is to provide the highest quality veterinary care within our modern, well equipped group of equine practices, while valuing the close relationship we have with with our clients. We will involve you in all decisions and choices while providing a friendly and reliable service at a competitive price. We provide a wide range of services most of which can be performed at your yard or premises. Alternatively you can come to our clinic where ample parking is available. You can call our reception team during office hours on the numbers above to book appointments, order medication or ask advice. We actively encourage clients to involve using every aspect of horse care including feeding, physiotherapy and hoof care. We are an RCVS accredited practice and we operate a full emergency service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year provided by our own veterinary team. In the event of an emergency, please contact your normal surgery number and you will be directed to our emergency call centre who will contact our duty vet.   Milbourn Equine Vets are also associated with Cinque Ports Vets who have small animal branches in Ashford, Hawkhurst, Lydd, Rye, Tenterden and Wye.

Company info
Website
Telephone
01233 500505
Location
The Barn
Court Lodge
Church Road, Sevington
Ashford
Kent
TN24 0LD
United Kingdom

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