Career Opportunities for Vets

Expanding and busy ophthalmology referral clinic seeking a junior Veterinary Ophthalmologist.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a junior ophthalmologist with a solid grounding in general medicine and surgery with a keen interest in ophthalmology who wishes to obtain further training under the direction of an established Diplomate. Over time, the trainee will be encouraged to work independently under supervision and with the full support of the team. They will work towards autonomous case management, with directed surgical training in advanced microsurgical, corneal and adnexal surgery as appropriate, alongside participation in the on-call rota with appropriate backup as required. High levels of communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.

What makes us unique?

Now in our eighteenth year of business, we are expanding to take on another member of the veterinary ophthalmology team who will bring their own professionalism and enthusiasm to contribute to our continued success and growth.

We are an independent dedicated ophthalmology referral practice, enabling us to focus on providing exceptional clinical and client care.

We take ophthalmology referrals from throughout Kent and further afield.

We offer the opportunity to take full ownership of cases and really get to know our clients while being fully supported by our experienced team of vets and nurses. Most of our work is with small animals and we have a very busy and expanding medical and surgical caseload.

What can we offer?

The opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced Diplomate
A full range of ophthalmic equipment including Zeiss Opmi Visu 200 operating microscope with Prescott’s zoom video link-up, An-Vision Alexos 3 Phacoemulsification unit, Iridex diode laser, Eickemeyer electroretinography, Keeler cryosurgery unit, Corneal Cross Linking, etc
Support from our specifically trained and highly experienced nursing team
Regular journal clubs and in-house CPD
25 days holiday and bank holidays
Strong support from our administrative team
A friendly working environment
A beautiful rural location, but just 10 minutes from Canterbury and HS1
Excellent local amenities, schools and leisure activities – we are one hour from London or two hours from Paris!
A competitive salary (to be negotiated), a generous CPD allowance

How to apply

Working patterns will be discussed with applicants as there is some degree of flexibility available. Applicants are equally welcome from those seeking full-time or part-time employment.

We are always interested in talking to enthusiastic ophthalmologists who share our passion for patient excellence and who may be interested in joining our team of ophthalmologists. Please do contact us even if we are not currently advertising a new opening. Please contact Katherine Elks for an informal chat on 01303 840499 or via katherine@elhamvalley.com.