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A great opportunity has arisen for an Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) Clinician/Specialist to join our team for a fixed term 12-month contract starting around May 2025. It is possible that this contract could be extended for the right person.
This role will provide a unique opportunity to:
Join an established team of ECC clinicians and specialists (currently 6 emergency vets, 12 rotating interns, 1 critical care clinician and 3 critical care specialists)Work alongside specialists in Internal Medicine, Soft Tissue Surgery, Orthopaedics, Neurology, Cardiology, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Cardiology, Ophthalmology and Dentistry Support the admission of emergency referrals, directly manage critical inpatients and support other referral services in managing complex cases. We also work closely with the Willows Primary Emergency Service who cover the out of hours care for approximately 40 local practices.The successful applicant would ideally have completed an ECC residency but applications are welcomed from experienced ECC certificate holders or from Internal Medicine clinicians with a strong interest in ECC. Training in critical care procedures e.g. mechanical ventilation, can be provided if required.
This well-remunerated position has working hours averaging 45 hours per week. The position includes a weekly non-clinical ‘admin day’ and rotation between early and late shifts. The team provides out of-hours support for hospitalised inpatients and critical referrals on a 1:4 rota (maximum 1:3 for short periods could be necessary to mitigate for unexpected colleague absence).
Benefits include
- 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- External CPD funded
- Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
- Career progression opportunities
- Staff discount schemes
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced sickness pay
- Enhanced equal family leave
- E-car salary sacrifice scheme
- Employer contribution pension scheme
- Wellness program including:
o Employee assistance program
o Eyecare voucher scheme
o Free annual Flu jab
o Cycle to work scheme
- Recruitment referral reward scheme
About us
Willows is home to extensive surgical and diagnostic facilities with a superbly equipped Intensive Care Unit. In-patient care is a priority, with 24-hour care provided by our team of Emergency Vets, Interns, Nurses, and other Clinical Support staff. The practice is iCatCare accredited at Gold Level. In joining Willows, you will have the opportunity to work alongside internationally renowned Specialists across our multi-disciplinary team, including Internal Medicine, Soft Tissue Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Cardiology, Dermatology, Imaging, Anaesthesia, and Emergency and Critical Care. Willows is proud to be accredited by Investors in People at the extended silver level. We are dedicated to providing excellent working conditions, care, support and development for our 240+ associates.
At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available for everyone.
If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please contact poppy.gant@willows.uk.net or sian.emery@linnaeusgroup.co.uk.
Please click 'APPLY' to register your interest in this role, alternatively, if you wish to discuss the internal transfer process in more depth before applying, please contact your internal Talent Acquisition Team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk
We are proud to be Linnaeus, part of Mars.
Linnaeus is a forward-thinking group of highly respected primary care and specialist referral practices in the UK and Ireland. Being family owned and part of Mars Veterinary Health, the largest veterinary company in the world, allows us to focus on advancing the veterinary profession to provide industry-leading pet care and unique career opportunities for our people.
Why Linnaeus?
- 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.
We team up within our Mars family in partnership for a stronger future.
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.
At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people.
If you would like to apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or for more information or please reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@linnaeusgroup.co.uk