Senior Clinician in Equine Practice

Job title:

Senior Clinician in Equine Practice

Company

University of Glasgow

Job description

Senior Clinician in Equine PracticeWe have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinician in Equine Practice to contribute to the activities of the Division of Equine Clinical Sciences, School of Biodiversity, One Health, and Veterinary Medicine by developing, leading, and contributing to the clinical service offered by Glasgow Equine Practice.Glasgow Equine Practice launched in June 2020 and is a predominantly ambulatory practice based at, and working with, The University of Glasgow’s Equine referral hospital. A high level of patient care is provided to clients in the local area, follow up of cases in the hospital is encouraged and support from specialists is available at all times. Further qualifications in clinical practice and teaching are encouraged and well supported. As our practice is growing rapidly, this is a unique time to join as we invest in our people, facilities and equipment. With this in mind, an interest in business management would be advantageous.The Glasgow Equine Hospital is accredited by the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme as an Equine Veterinary Hospital, which includes assessment in categories such as client services, in-patient services, diagnostic services, team and professional responsibility and ambulatory services. The Veterinary School has recently been rated 7th in the World and 1st in the UK for quality of education and training. Clinical audit is undertaken formally, and staff maintain clinical and research links with leading veterinary authorities worldwide, in order to expand skill sets.We welcome applications from candidates who hold a Veterinary degree, registerable with the RCVS prior to commencing employment and a postgraduate/further clinical qualification relevant to equine practice, e.g., RCVS Certificate, RCVS Advanced Practitioner status, or evidence of development of advanced clinical skills relevant to equine practice.The practice’s values reflect those of the Division: delivery of high quality patient care through the application of evidence-based medicine and a high standard of customer service; provision of a fulfilling student learning experience; and staff development through engagement with scholarship.The practice contributes to the Division’s and School’s activities in the following areas:

• Teaching and assessment of students, focusing on final year students in a practice setting.

• Supporting and increasing the caseload of Glasgow Equine Hospital.

• Enhancement of the Division’s and School’s reputation through delivery of high quality patient care and customer service.

• Collaborative clinical research.

Job PurposeTo contribute to the activities of the Division of Equine Clinical Sciences, School of Biodiversity, One Health and Veterinary Medicine by developing, leading, and contributing to the clinical service offered by Glasgow Equine Practice.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical:1. To develop further and contribute to the clinical service offered by Glasgow Equine Practice.2. To provide effective leadership to the practice staff by working together with School Management, Professional and Administrative staff to ensure that it runs efficiently.3. To develop and continually update personal skills and knowledge as appropriate to equine practice in support of clinical, teaching and scholarship activities4. To develop clinical activity which stimulates significant growth in practice caseload and Glasgow Equine Hospital caseload through referral of patients5. To participate in promotional activities and events relating to the practice6. To participate in the practice’s out-of-hours service, ensuring adequate cover. This is currently a 1 in 4 rota, which is subject to change7. To ensure that clinical quality assurance measures are in place and validated8. Lead in clinical governance within the practice, ensuring compliance with RCVS practice standards.9. To develop a prominent professional profile locally and nationally/internationally, focusing on areas where there is synergy with the Division’s and School’s activities10. To ensure compliance with the continuing professional development requirements of Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in relationship to membership and to maintenance of any postgraduate qualificationsTeaching:11. To contribute to the planning, organisation, delivery and development of the School’s learning and teaching activities, focusing on final year BVMS students in the practice setting, as directed by the Head of Division in consultation with the course leaders12. To contribute to the delivery of a range of assessment activities (using a variety of methods and techniques), engage fully in the examination process and provide effective, timely and appropriate feedback to students to support their learning13. To develop, and encourage the development of, creative and innovative approaches to teaching and learning, in accordance with the University’s Quality Enhancement Strategy, so that the educational opportunities available to students are maintained or improved.Scholarship:14. To complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice and other components of the Early Career Development Programme at the University of Glasgow15. To engage in personal scholarship which is synergistic with day-to-day activities resulting in personal development and an enhanced external reputation16. To develop opportunities for interdisciplinary and collaborative clinical research, primarily with staff within the Division, School and wider University but also with staff in other Schools, Colleges, Universities and other clinical organisations where appropriate17. To contribute to clinical research projects/trials through input to design, application for funding, execution and dissemination of findings18. To attend and actively contribute/participate in national/international events/ seminars/conferences as appropriate to area of scholarship by invitation or otherwise.Administration:19. Identify future trends; strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to shape the strategic direction of the practice for growth and efficiency.20. Contribute to performance and development review processes of staff working within the practice in accordance with University Strategy.21. To act, as directed by the Head of Division, to advance the personal development of staff working within the practice22. Manage allocated budget and resources effectively and control expenditure to ensure delivery of the service within budgetary constraints.23. To facilitate scholarship and provide mentorship to junior clinical staff, staff associated with the practice and assist with the identification, planning, organisation and delivery of training requirements by supervision of clinical duties and research projectsKnowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge/QualificationsEssential:A1. Veterinary degree, registerable with the RCVS prior to commencing employment.A2. Postgraduate/ further clinical qualification relevant to equine practice, e.g., RCVS Certificate, RCVS Advanced Practitioner status, or evidence of development of advanced clinical skills relevant to equine practice.A3.Evidence of ability to demonstrate the necessary strategic competencies required to undertake the duties associated with this level of post having acquired the necessary professional and leadership experience in a similar role.Desirable:B1. Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, Recognising Excellence in Teaching or equivalent.SkillsEssential:C1. Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality clinical service in equine 1st opinion practice.C2. Broad expertise of equine practice, corresponding to training, experience and qualifications.C3. Evidence of business management skills.C4. High standard of oral and written communication skills and presentation skills.C5. Self-motivated, able to think strategically and plan for contingencies.C6. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.C7. Ability to accept collegiate responsibilities and act accordingly.ExperienceEssential:E1. Proven experience of management of own case load in equine practice.E2. Evidence of managing and developing a team. E3**.** Experience of managing budgetary requirements.E4. Evidence of experience in teaching, especially of veterinary undergraduate students.E5. Proven experience of communicating clinical information effectively to owners individually in relation to their horses.E6. Evidence of leading initiatives which resulted in an increase in practice caseload.E7. Evidence of supervision and mentorship of junior colleagues.Desirable:F1. Evidence of contribution to clinical research.Terms and ConditionsSalary will be Grade 9, £57,696 – £64,914 per annum, plus an Out of Hours supplement of £4,000 per annumThis post is full time and open ended.As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.As a valued member of our team, you can expect:1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension – pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.3 A flexible approach to working.4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too. Please visit our website https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ for more information.Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Patrick Pollock, Clinical Director, Patrick.Pollock@glasgow.ac.ukVacancy Ref: 145008, Closing Date: 13 May 2024.
Vacancy Ref : 145008 Close Date : 13-May-2024 23:45

Expected salary

£57696 – 64914 per year

Location

Glasgow

Job date

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 01:39:38 GMT

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