Join a thriving 24-hour first-opinion hospital with state-of-the-art facilities, a supportive team of 19 vets, and zero sole-charge stress. This 12-month fixed-term role offers genuine work-life balance with a dedicated night team covering all OOH work.
Dedicated night team on site covers all OOH work. Last appointment 6.30pm weekdays. Weekend work shared on rota basis with time back in lieu the following week.
This is a fixed-term maternity cover position at Blacks Vets, a small animal first-opinion hospital in Dudley. You'll work full-time or part-time (hours flexible) covering hospital shifts and managing a varied inpatient caseload with hands-on clinical care. The practice operates true 24-hour care with a dedicated night team handling all out-of-hours work, meaning your shifts finish at 6.30pm on weekdays. Weekend work is shared fairly on a rota basis, with time back in lieu the following week. Located on the edge of the West Midlands but within 30 minutes of Birmingham City Centre, the practice combines excellent clinical facilities with a welcoming team culture, complete with spacious break rooms and quality coffee.
Blacks Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, one of the world's largest family-owned veterinary companies. You'll have access to a network of specialists, referral centres, and extensive development opportunities, whether you're looking to deepen existing expertise or pursue further qualifications.
Blacks Vets is an accredited veterinary hospital in Dudley, part of the Linnaeus network and Mars Veterinary Health. The practice is a progressive, award-winning first-opinion hospital with a proven track record of developing talent from graduates through to certificate holders, branch managers, and leadership roles. The team comprises 19 vets, 7 of whom hold Certificates in specialist disciplines, alongside colleagues pursuing further qualifications.
The practice is equipped with CT, 12 operating theatres, digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, a fully equipped dental suite with training available, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory. A dedicated night team covers all out-of-hours work, ensuring sustainable working patterns for daytime staff. The practice has a strong insured client base and a varied caseload that supports wide-ranging clinical interests and professional development.
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