Buchanan Veterinary Group has been established since 1979 with branches based in Urmston, Monton, Irlam and Eccles. We believe in training and supporting our staff to ensure their protocols of treatment and knowledge are up-to-date with any modern medical facility.

Buchanan Veterinary Group - 2021 New Graduate Programme - Small Animal Vet

An opportunity has arisen for a New Graduate small animal vet to join our team here at Buchanan Veterinary Group, a busy three branch small animal practice based in Manchester We pride ourselves on first class clinical and client services. You will be supported by our experienced team of six vets including Medical and Surgical Certificate holders. You will get the chance to work in a busy environment, with access to surgical and medical caseload and work with an amazing support team.

As well as enjoying our modern facilities, well equipped practices and a busy varied caseload, you will have access to a range of benefits and our tailor made New Graduate Programme, offering you the right support network in practice by ensuring you have an experienced clinical mentor working alongside you in your practice. In addition, you will attend dedicated Continued Professional Development (CPD) days, supporting the development of your clinical skills and non-clinical skills, including self-leadership, teamwork, wellbeing, resilience and business, whilst also providing the opportunity for you to share experiences with fellow graduates.

These are just some of the benefits of the programme:

• Salary of £31,000 which increases to £33,500 at the end of year 1 and £36,500 at the end of year 2
• No financial tie-in beyond completion of the programme
• Professional memberships (RCVS & VDS)
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave with our Buy & Sell holiday scheme, plus Bank Holidays
• 10 CPD days a year covering both clinical and non-clinical skills and tailored to your clinical role, whether it be dedicated small animal, farm animal or mixed practice
• A committed and trained clinical buddy working alongside you in practice, with regular meetings to support your transition from student to qualified vet
• Workplace pension scheme
• Discounted pet treatments
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it the most
• Performance bonus scheme
• Opportunity to enrol onto the country's first Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Veterinary) degree programme in conjunction with Nottingham Vet School – providing you with both a masters qualification and CertAVP
• Internal transfers – with a network of over 500 practices we can support you should you need to relocate
• Recommend a Friend: Financial bonus up to £1000!

This is what to do now - To make an informal enquiry please text Rebecca (Recruitment) on 07970 818104 or to apply straight away, please click Apply Now and upload your CV through our online portal where someone will contact you to help you with your application.

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