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Diagnostic Imaging Residency at Davies Veterinary Specialists

Salary: £39,100 per annum

Location: Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire border

Job Type: 3 year fixed term

We have the opportunity to appoint a Diagnostic Imaging resident to be part of a team of three Imaging residents to undertake our established ECVDI-approved residency program. You will be trained and work within our friendly and dynamic Diagnostic Imaging team. The team manages a range of complex cases from the internal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, soft tissue surgery, orthopaedic, neurology, dentistry and dermatology services. We work closely with a specialist led anaesthesia team, and have highly skilled nursing and support teams.

Our imaging facilities and equipment have undergone extensive improvement and modernisation over the past few years and now include: Siemens Magnetom Sempra 1.5T MRI, Siemens Somatom go.All 64-slice CT, Fujifilm computed radiography, Samsung RS80 Evo and RS85A US, Philips Zenition 50 C-Arm, and Fuji Synapse 7 PACS system. Out-of-hours cover is based on a shared rota with other clinicians assuring a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements for entry into the residency programme are as follows:

- You will need to have completed a multi-disciplinary 12 month rotating small animal internship and/or a Diagnostic Imaging specific internship, or have worked in a high quality small animal first opinion practice for a minimum of 2 years. 

- You must be highly self-motivated and be able to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and clients.

- You must hold a veterinary degree approved by the European Association of Veterinary Education Establishments (EAVEE).

- You must be, or be eligible to be, a member of the RCVS.

- You must have good spoken and written English.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday LeaveCareer progression opportunitiesStaff discount schemesLife AssuranceEnhanced sickness payEmployer contribution pension schemeEmployee assistance program

About Us

Davies Veterinary Specialists is one of the largest and most diverse small animal referral hospitals in Europe. We are based in Hertfordshire, and our practice is home to over 200 dedicated, experienced and passionate veterinary specialists, nurses and support teams. Our promise is to deliver outstanding care to all patients, whilst committing to being a gold standard sustainable place to work. We are a friendly, welcoming practice that leads the way in multi-specialist care. Set in a pleasant rural location, but just a 40-minute train ride to the cultural delights and nightlife of London, Davies offers a good work-life balance with plenty of time to enjoy the surroundings. We are part of Linnaeus group, which comprises an amazing network of specialist practices across the UK and is part of the global Mars pet care group.  

Making an application

To apply please submit your CV, cover letter and 2 references.

Applications will be open from 10.02.2025 and will close by 28.02.2025. Interview dates will most likely be early to mid March 2025.

If you have any informal queries about the Diagnostic Imaging residency then please contact Robert.Brash@vetspecialists.co.uk

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-    We pride ourselves in offering high-quality excellence of service and clinical care for our clients and their pets

-    We lead on sustainability and collectively drive positive change for people, pets and the planet

-    We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing – valuing equity, diversity and inclusion

-    We support your personal and professional development with best-in-class career frameworks and training programmes. We will empower and support you to grow your career from day one.

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Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We treat each other fairly and equitably and we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our Associates.

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