We are delighted to open applications for a dedicated Out of Hours Team Leader to join our team at Hamilton Specialist Referrals on 12 month fixed-term contract basis. Our successful candidate will work with medical, surgical and high-dependency cases, as well as supporting and leading our team of OOH Nurses and VCAs.

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in providing advanced care to our referral inpatients and handling out-of-hours emergencies with efficiency and compassion. As Team Leader, you will also line manage our established team of OOH Nurses and VCAs, with the support of our Senior HDU Vet who is a Diplomate in Emergency & Critical Care.

This role promises an exciting mix of cases, being part of a team that provides exceptional care to every patient across our medical, surgical and high dependency services. You'll work collaboratively within an established team of clinicians, with the support of your fellow RVNs and Auxiliary Nurses, you'll find a supportive and friendly atmosphere that truly puts our patients first.

 

Situated just outside of High Wycombe (J4, M40) Buckinghamshire, we deliver world-class exemplary clinical services, with a clear focus on the people that make that a reality. By nurturing our workforce we are able to offer the very best services to the pets entrusted into our care as well as to their owners.

Hamilton Specialist Referrals was born of the belief that there is room for a new wave of veterinary excellence across the UK. There is a strong focus on providing a personal and reassuring client experience from first contact through to discharge. Excellent clinical care delivered in a friendly and supportive manner to referring vets, is paramount to the team. The hospital is operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is able to offer the most advanced treatment options available for orthopaedic, neurology, soft tissue, oncology, and internal medicine cases. We have a dedicated Imaging suite, which includes a 16-slice CT scanner, 1.5 Tesla MRI, fluoroscopy, separate radiography and ultrasound room.

Our core ethos here at HSR is based on appreciation of our staff. Curating and developing a friendly, close-knit team is an central part of our working environment. Further qualifications and certificates are encouraged and fully supported as we feel strongly about our employees' right to enjoy work and develop rewarding careers. We have a dedicated team of Specialists, Referral clinicians, RVNs and Support teams.

 

 

We're looking for someone to join us for an average of 38 hours per week, following a 4 on 8 off pattern (13hr shifts) along with some additional dedicated admin hours to make up the full 38hrs. Admin hours can be completed in the hospital, or can be from home once inducted and established in the role. This is a fixed term contract position from June 2025 for 12 months.

 

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary up to £45,000 DOE pro-rata, you will benefit from: