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Clinical Director - Chorlton, Manchester

Employer
Ashleigh Veterinary Centre
Location
Chorley, Lancashire
Salary
Competitive Salary
Closing date
5 Mar 2021

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Job Details

Clinical Director required at Ashleigh Veterinary Centre - Chorlton, Manchester.

The Role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a clinical director to join our team! This full-time role involves working closely with the rest of the team on a day to day basis, working up your own cases and providing clinical support and guidance where needed. It also involves working closely with other management staff to ensure smooth, efficient running of the practice - including HR, finances, admin but percentage of time spent on clinical work. Duties will be based on applicants strengths/previous experiences/preferences. You will also be involved in the support of our new graduate Vets out of hours as well as being part of the out of hours rota (one night per week 2nd on call). Weekend work is 1:4 Saturday mornings (9-11).

About Us

Ashleigh Vets is a busy, friendly, 2 site practice in South Manchester that offer a great working environment. We offer our loyal clients a vet high standard of care. We are well equipped with all of the usual toys, digital x-ray, video endoscope and internal lab.

Applicant Requirements

We are looking for an experienced and competent veterinary surgeon who is prepared to lead the team in clinical matters and to help with their development. Previous management experience is not essential as there is support from the other CD’s, our BSM, and a development programme will be available. Your ability to be organised, calm, friendly and supportive is essential, as well as being approachable and trustworthy.

Benefits (Subject to pro rata)

  • 30 days paid holiday not including bank holidays
  • 5 days paid CPD leave
  • £1500 CPD Allowance per annum
  • Company bonus scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • RCVS membership paid
  • VDS membership paid
  • Service based holiday entitlement increases
  • Birthday leave
  • Childcare voucher scheme
  • Discounted veterinary fees
  • My Benefits - various discounts including retail & gym memberships
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Pension
  • CPD/training support
  • Paid bereavement leave
  • Company sick pay
  • Employee opinion survey
  • Free uniform in a number of roles
  • Annual pay reviews
  • Social events
  • Sponsorship for overseas employees
  • Academy & Leadership courses
  • Focus on employee wellbeing
  • Relocation packages
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Free flu jabs

As a Disability Confident Employer we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long term health conditions, and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

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Company

Ashleigh Veterinary Centre has been a veterinary practice since 1963. For the first twenty-five years Ian McKinlay MRCVS and his wife, Susan, ran the practice together. Since Ian’s retirement 1987 Ashleigh Veterinary Centre has been owned and managed by Aidan Raftery and Bernard Wynne.

In December 2007 Matt Saunby became a third owner of the practice. The practice has now grown to employ five veterinary surgeons, ten qualified veterinary nurses, three auxiliary veterinary nurses and a practice manager .

Ashleigh Veterinary Centre now occupies the whole building, as well as a purpose built extension to the rear. As a larger practice we are able to maintain the high level of equipment and facilities needed to provide the best modern treatment for the well-being and comfort of your pet.

Our high standards have allowed us to attract caring and skilled vets and nurses who wish to work in a challenging and friendly environment. The practice has been approved as having the facilities needed for qualified veterinary surgeon specialist level. Advanced qualifications have been obtained in Canine and Feline Internal Medicine, Cardiology and Exotic Animal Medicine and Surgery by veterinary surgeons working at Ashleigh Veterinary Centre.

Commitment to Continuing Education
Ashleigh Veterinary Centre has over the years proved successful in training many Veterinary Nurses to qualification level, and as an approved nurse training centre (R.C.V.S. approved) has been actively involved in the V.N. course. Several of our nurses have obtained advanced nursing qualifications.

Over the last ten years the Practice has expanded, its Cat and Dog medicine and surgery, with the addition of a Cattery and the development of specialist skills in the treatment of “Exotics” we are now able to offer all our clients a comprehensive veterinary service.

Company info
Website
Telephone
0161 881 6868
Location
221 Upper Chorlton Road
Whally Range
Manchester
M16 0DE
GB

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