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We are looking for a full-time specialist in Anaesthesia to join our brilliant team at Pride. There is also scope for the right candidate to become our new Head of Service, though residency-trained clinicians will also be considered. You will support our existing team in providing first class care for our patients and help shape the future of the hospital.About UsPride Veterinary Referrals is part of IVC Evidensia. We are the small animal referral hospital for the Scarsdale Veterinary Group, employing over 300 staff across 10 sites in the East Midlands. Pride is a multi-disciplinary hospital offering specialist led services in anaesthesia and analgesia, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, neurology, oncology, and ophthalmology. We also provide an advanced practitioner led cardiology service, and on-site physiotherapy and hydrotherapy services.The hospital provides 24/7 veterinary care, supported by a dedicated night team. We have 5 operating theatres, a full imaging suite with X-Ray, CT, MRI and Ultrasound, and an on-site Laboratory. We work closely with the University of Nottingham, with the veterinary students rotating through first opinion and referral services at Pride.We are located at the edge of Derby city centre with good transport links to major cities via road and rail network. East Midlands Airport and Birmingham International Airport offer convenient access to domestic and international destinations. The amazing Peak District National Park is just around the corner where there are lots of walking, climbing, and sightseeing opportunities.About the Team and CultureThe experienced, friendly team of 100+ veterinary professionals at Pride deliver specialist led care, collaborating to provide the best possible outcome for all our patients. The team provides referral services to external veterinary professionals and to our own first opinion vets. Alongside this, there is a Vets at Night service, well established leadership structure, and support functions such as Client Care, HR, and facilities management. Our existing team is made up of a boarded specialist and two residency trained clinicians, supported by a dedicated theatre nursing team.Applicant RequirementsOur new colleague will ideally be a European or American College Diplomate, though for candidates not ready to pursue a Head of Service position, we will consider residency trained clinicians. The successful candidate will enjoy collaborating with other disciplines and supporting the development of our theatre nursing team. They will also be enthusiastic about delivering advice and CPD to our referring vets. For any candidates interested in the Head of Service position, this is an opportunity to develop the service for the future, working with fellow Heads of Service and the wider senior leadership team to drive the hospital forward.Why Join Us?We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:Work Life Balance* 7.6 Weeks annual leave* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthdayWellbeing* Private medical insurance* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/ paternity/ adoption/ shared parental and surrogacy pay* Cycle to work scheme* Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing* Non-accidental injury supportDevelopment*£3000 CPD allowance and 10 days paid*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy*Access to Vetlexicon - our encyclopaedia provider*All our Vets and Nurses can apply for research funding*All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund*Infection prevention and control programme*Quality Improvement ProgrammeProfessional Memberships*BVA Membership*VDS Cover*RCVS FeesAdditional*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers*Pension scheme*Discounted staff pet careCompetitive Salary#J-18808-Ljbffr