Careers 

Career Opportunities 

We would like to extend our vet team by filling one of the following positions:

Are you going to be graduating this summer?

Would you like a BESPOKE TRAINING PROGRAMME that equips you with the basic skills for small animal general practice

Do you want to work in an independent small animal veterinary practice with an interesting and varied case load

Finding the right first job is so important. You need to find a supportive practice that genuinely gives you the training you need to flourish in small animal practice. That’s why we are offering a training programme tailored to you, that equips you with all the skills you need. This is not a paper exercise – it’s the real deal.

We will train you in

Small animal surgery - starting with neuterings and lump removals and, when you are ready, moving to more challenging cases

Small animal dentistry including good radiographic technique and surgical extractions

Diagnostic imaging  - how to perform a good abdominal ultrasound and basic echocardiography

Ophthalmology

Small animal medicine and dermatology- how to approach common conditions and manage them appropriately in general practice

Preventative medicine and nutrition

Emergency work and critical care

Brookfield Veterinary Practice is a well-established small animal practice.  We are proud to be independent and have continued to grow and evolve over the years. We now employ ten vets over two branches with a wide variety of skills and experience from two  to fifty years!

We are looking for TWO new graduates this year to help with our expanding work load. In return we will put you on a full training programme working alongside senior vets with certificates in small animal medicine, diagnostic imaging, surgery and dentistry. We have a proven track record of training (see testimonials below).

You will be supported by an extremely dedicated and friendly team of vets, nurses and receptionists. You will also have the clinical freedom to work up your cases and the clients who will let you.

The position is full time. Working a four day week. We do all our own on call so you will work 1 in 6 weekends alongside another senior vet in the practice giving you a taste of emergency medicine without it being too scary or onerous.

Some of the modern facilities we offer are;

• laparoscopy
• endoscopy
• laser
• digital dental radiography
• high quality ultrasound
• well equipped laboratory in both branches

With our beautiful Herefordshire countryside and mountains on your doorstep there's plenty to do in your time off.

SALARY- £33k- reviewed within 6 months plus a generous CPD budget

After 12 months with us you’ll be amazed as the progression you’ve made, but our support doesn’t stop here, we are a team that truly champions each other so we will make sure you’ve got all the tools you need to fulfil your ambitions, and who knows where that will take you and us? 

For more information about us, visit our website www.brookfieldvets.co.uk

To apply, email your CV and covering letter to chris@brookfieldvets.co.uk

Deadline for applications is 28th February 2024

Here are a few testimonials from some of our vets. 

“18 months after joining Brookfield, I can look back upon a variety of interesting, challenging and rewarding cases. Responsibility for managing your own cases, both daily consults and out of hours allows you the freedom to develop as a clinician in an environment where support is always available.
The close knit team at Brookfield made me immediately comfortable when I started, making the transition from student to qualified vet easier and encouraging me as I gained confidence in my role.
Of course, being a veterinary surgeon isn’t just about your colleagues- it’s also about your clients, and their owners! At Brookfield we have some of the nicest owners, who are so friendly and supportive in watching you grow and succeed. This includes local charities which have provided me with both surgical opportunities and some of the most rewarding cases I have been involved in.” -Lauren

 “I couldn’t have asked for a more supportive and fulfilling job as a new grad; the amazing team at Brookfield immediately made me feel like a part of the family. I have had the opportunity to perform a huge amount of surgery, starting with regular neutering for our charities, and then progressing to laparoscopic bitch spays, rabbit neutering, limb amputations, thyroidectomies, laparotomies and emergency surgeries amongst others. The responsibility of working up my own cases and doing OOH has allowed me to quickly to develop my clinical skills and decision making, but with genuine support at all times from my bosses and colleagues, many of whom are certificate holders. Working in an independent practice also allowed me to learn more about the business side of things and have an input on the day-to-day running of the practice. Brookfield has a lovely client base; our hospital is based in Hereford with beautiful walks along the River Wye and the city centre both in close enough proximity to enjoy in your lunch break. I cannot recommend my practice enough (and I’m not being paid to write this!!), our team is second to none, the salary is competitive, the caseload is interesting and varied and the opportunity to progress in your veterinary career is huge.” Becky

“Brookfield is an incredibly welcoming team. Building my confidence as a new graduate to a stage where I was comfortable working in a branch with periods of sole charge. In the early stages a well managed case load and supportive vets, both during the day and out of hours, allowed me to develop my skills, both surgically and medically. You are involved with decisions from day one, with freedom over drug choice and CPD options, and encouraged to pursue surgical options when sensible, and work up medical cases with support if required.” Charles

 “Working at Brookfield vets as a graduate gave me an all round introduction in to veterinary medicine. Working within a supportive team with a busy caseload, I quickly gained skills and confidence forming a solid foundation on which I have built my career.” Charlotte

SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARY SURGEON REQUIRED FOR BUSY INDEPENDENT PRACTICE IN HEREFORD

Brookfield Veterinary Practice is a well established small animal practice that has been running for over 45 years. We are proud to be independent and have continued to grow and evolve over the years.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at our Hereford practice for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon. Our ideal candidate would be confident and competent in all soft tissue surgeries and basic orthopedics. You will be joining an extremely dedicated and supportive team of vets and nurses some of whom are certificate holders. Our whole practice team consists of 11 Vets with 7 RVNs in Hereford plus trainees and 4 Receptionists.

We are proud to be innovative, forward thinking and strive to give high quality and compassionate care at all times. We can offer you a varied caseload and give you the clinical freedom to work them up. Yes we do do our own out of ours - shared out and allowing us to see our cases through, and not having to move them between us & an OOH provider.

Or would you prefer

SMALL ANIMAL VETERINARY SURGEON REQUIRED FOR BUSY INDEPENDENT PRACTICE IN LEDBURY

The Ledbury branch joined us in 2016 with new purpose built premises in 2021. This branch has an exciting opportunity for a full or part time Veterinary Surgeon to join the team.

Our ideal candidate would be confident and competent in all soft tissue surgeries and basic orthopedics ( that's the dream) You will be joining an extremely dedicated, friendly and supportive team of vets and nurses some of whom are certificate holders. Our team in Ledbury is 2 Vets each day, plus 3 RVNs, trainees and 3 Receptionists.

Our modern facilities include the usuals plus;

• laparoscopy
• endoscopy - x3 laser
• digital radiography
• digital dental radiography
• tonopen

With our beautiful Herefordshire countryside and mountains on your doorstep there's plenty to do in your time off. The position is full time, 4 days a week with 1-in-5 weekends. We offer a salary of £35-65K DOE with usual holiday, pension scheme and professional subscriptions paid. We aim to be a flexible employer & make it work for our whole team around their personal commitments. Let us know what your dream job would be and we can see if it its a hand-in-glove to our team.

For more information about us, visit the rest of our website plus our facebook page

To apply, email your CV and covering letter to careers@brookfieldvets.co.uk or call and ask for Victoria for a confidential informal chat.