We have a new opportunity for a vet looking for working hours to fit round other commitments.

We are a six-branch town and country group in beautiful Dorset, with a long history and fantastic local reputation. We pride ourselves on our collaborative and supportive atmosphere, led by our Advanced Practitioners and approachable team leaders. We have the loveliest clients, and every day brings something new!

We have vets with interests in medicine, cardiology, oncology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, shelter medicine and forensic work, as well as hosting the Petfit rehabilitation and physiotherapy centre at our Bournemouth branch. We would encourage and support you to find your niche with our further qualification CPD program.

We believe recruiting the right candidate is more important than just filling the vacancy and would look to tailor the role to fit both your professional and personal strengths and aspirations, how ever many hours you are able to offer.

There is no on-call, as VetsNow are hosted at our Wimborne Tier 3 Hospital. We have equally shared Saturday mornings, on a 1 in 4 rota.

The skill set required for this role includes:

• Aspiring to high standards of clinical and client care
• Team player, respectful to colleagues and our no blame culture
• Confidence working some days sole charge in a small branch
• Surgical proficiency and confidence can be accommodated but not required

Testimonials from some of our current vets:

“Lynwood has encouraged me throughout my journey as a veterinary surgeon offering the right balance between freedom of my own cases as well as the guidance and support from the rest of the team.  There is the opportunity for growth and progress in your area of interest.” – J, vet and Lynwood team member for 20 years

 

“I started working for Lynwood about 30 years ago and never left! This practice offers to right mix of interesting work, ethics and client/patient care. Lynwood is open to new ways of working, for instance in a more sustainable way, which is important to me.” – M, part time vet

 

“The reasons why I like working at Lynwood…Friendly and skilled team in a beautiful part of the UK, with a nice client base.” – E, Lynwood vet for 13 years

 

“The best thing about Lynwood for me is working with a great team of people, where everyone is keen to help out & share their knowledge. It has been possible to develop my own areas of clinical interest, including studying for a certificate, whilst working in a friendly supportive environment.” – C, Full time Lynwood vet for 10 years

 

“Being part of Lynwood allows me to work to my own guiding principles of veterinary medicine and helps me to provide the very best patient and client care. I have been able to develop skills in my areas of interest and challenge myself where I have been less confident. Under the umbrella of the Vet Partners group, I feel supported clinically and personally, with easy access to so many helpful resources. I have been able to adapt my working pattern to the changing demands of family life without feeling compromised in either area. I have always felt that I am part of a truly supportive and progressive practice. I feel very lucky to be here!” – L, Lynwood vet for 6 years

Our wide-ranging benefits include:

6.6 weeks paid holiday, including Bank Holidays

Health Shield

Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay

Discounted veterinary fees

Cycle to Work scheme

Company sick pay

Focus on employee wellbeing

Career progression opportunities

And more!

Salary range full time equivalent £35,000 – £65,000 dependent on skills and experience.

 

Relocation package available.

We have a great opportunity for a dedicated RVN to join our fantastic team at our Bournemouth Branch.

We have a great opportunity for a dedicated RVN to join our fantastic team at our Bournemouth Branch.

 

About us:

Lynwood Vets is a 5 branch, small animal, RCVS accredited group based on the South Coast. All branches work closely together, with frequent opportunities to get together both socially and professionally.

We boast excellent facilities and an experienced team, where everyone is a valued member of the Lynwood family and has their own unique role to play.

Our hospital site in Wimborne hosts Vets Now so in-house OOH care is provided for our patients. Our Bournemouth branch is home to Petfit, giving us the ability to offer in house hydrotherapy and physiotherapy services to both internal and external clients.

Lynwood Vets are an accredited Veterinary Nurse training practice with Student Veterinary Nurses work alongside our qualified team and also attending the Lynwood School of Veterinary Nursing.

 

The Role:

• Salary – from £27,500 depending on experience (contracted hours 41.25 per week)
• Permanent position
• Full-time – Mon – Fri plus Sat rota 1:4 (5 hr shift)
• Shifts between 8am and 7pm Mon – Fri. Sat 8am – 1pm
• No OOH or bank hols

We are open to applications from RVNs with all levels of experience. We’re looking for a real team player who is as passionate about patient care as we are and is keen to develop both their own clinical skills and those of others.

The role incorporates the standard RVN duties including working in theatre, inpatient care, nurse consults, developing client relationships and assisting other colleagues where needed.

It offers mentoring and training with the option to complete certificates. You will also have the opportunity to gain experience in specific areas of interest. Your career satisfaction is important to us, and we place great emphasis on developing out team.

With our mix of urban and rural clients, there’s a wide variety of cases and opportunities to develop your skills.

 

 Our Team:

We’re a friendly, forward-thinking, and supportive team that work collaboratively to ensure we deliver the best possible care to our clients and their pets. At our Bournemouth branch we have 6 Vets on rotation, 6 Nurses, 1 ACA plus our 5 Reception Team members.

While we are proud of our diligence and integrity, we love life outside of work too and put an onus on all team members having a work life balance that works for them.

We support regular out of work activities including our legendary spring party!

 

Here’s what our team have to say:

“I started working for Lynwood about 30 years ago and never left! This practice offers to right mix of interesting work, ethics and client/patient care. Lynwood is open to new ways of working, for instance in a more sustainable way, which is important to me.” – M, part time vet

“The reasons why I like working at Lynwood…Friendly and skilled team in a beautiful part of the UK, with a nice client base.” – E, Lynwood vet for 13 years

“The best thing about Lynwood for me is working with a great team of people, where everyone is keen to help out & share their knowledge. It has been possible to develop my own areas of clinical interest, including studying for a certificate, whilst working in a friendly supportive environment.” – C, Full time Lynwood vet for 10 years

 

 The Area: 

Bournemouth offers a wonderful setting for anyone seeking both career growth and a great quality of life.

The town itself is located at the seaside with easy access to various referral centres.

Outside of work, enjoy miles of beaches, nearby countryside, and a fun coastal lifestyle. Whether you’re newly qualified or experienced, Bournemouth is the perfect place to thrive professionally while enjoying life by the sea.

With great links to motorways, public transport and its own airport, it’s easy getting to Bournemouth by air, ferry, car, coach or train (only 97 mins from London).

 

 Our fantastic range of benefits includes:

• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
• £600.00 CPD Allowance per annum
• Health Shield – wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage
• RCVS Membership paid plus one other membership subscription
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
• Cycle to work scheme
• CPD/training support
• Company sick pay
• Colleague engagement survey
• Annual pay reviews
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities

 

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you.

 

For more information/an informal chat or to apply please contact:

Charlotte Clark, Group Practice Manager – [email protected]