Cardiology Specialist

Overview

London Vet Specialists originated as a boutique small animal referral centre in Belsize Park, North London and relocated in May 2024 to a new state-of-the-art site in Hammersmith, West London. The hospital offers specialist-led services including orthopaedic and soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, ophthalmology, anaesthesia & analgesia, cardiology, dermatology, diagnostic imaging, neurology, emergency and critical care. Linnaeus is a forward-thinking partnership of high-quality primary care and referral veterinary practices across the UK and Ireland, investing in practices that put patient care at the heart of everything they do. We provide a growing community of like-minded veterinary professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are part of Linnaeus, a member of Mars, and are part of a global veterinary family that supports our associates with development opportunities and a shared commitment to excellence and pet welfare.

Responsibilities

London Vet Specialists (LVS) are recruiting a board-certified veterinarian in small animal cardiology to join our multi-disciplinary team of specialists. You will be committed to developing the hospital and providing high standards of care to both our patients and referring veterinary surgeons. You must be able to work as a team as well as independently, supporting our clients, patients and clinical teams in a busy practice. This is a rewarding and challenging role that will require teamwork and dedication.

• You will be a leader, providing high quality patient care and contributing to the future strategic growth of the service
• Provide clinical services as a cardiology consultant
• Work collaboratively with all other services and foster good relationships
• Undertake supervision of our discipline specific and rotating interns
• Demonstrate professional standards that will advance patient care
• Be an ambassador for the team

Qualifications

• Membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (or eligible to become a member)
• Successful completion of a recognised ECVIM (cardiology) or ACVIM (cardiology) residency programme
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Strong communication skills and professional approach
• Provide evidence of your Right to Work in the UK

Required personal attributes

• Ability and passion to help develop and shape a growing service
• Desire to provide the best clinical service to all our patients
• A team-player with a positive attitude willing to help shape our culture
• A passion for mentoring and training colleagues

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays on a pro-rata basis
• Additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Enhanced sickness policy
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• Remuneration for specialty college fees
• CPD allowance
• Extensive learning and development programmes
• Progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Discounts with Pet Plan
• Recruitment reward scheme
• Wellness package, including;
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Gym membership discount
  • Cycle2Work scheme
  • Eye care vouchers
  • Flu vaccine voucher

Pro-rata for part-time associates

Application

To apply, please submit a letter of intent and your CV.

Part of an amazing global family

Linnaeus is owned by Mars, which makes us part of the 70,000 Veterinary Health Associates who support the wellbeing of pets worldwide. Being part of this global group provides a large network of experts and specialists and opportunities for development.

Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all associates.

If you would like to apply for this role, please contact Sian Emery, Talent Acquisition Partner, at .