Paragon is seeking an experienced farm animal clinician to join their expanding team. As part of a four-centre multidisciplinary independent practice, the team includes 16 farm vets, many of whom hold certificates and diplomas.
Located in North Cumbria, the practice benefits from proximity to the Lake District National Park, offering ample opportunities to enjoy the area's natural beauty. The organisation promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a 1 in 7 out-of-hours rota, a standard 4.5-day working week, time in lieu for overtime (when not on call), and five weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays.
Paragon prides itself on being a friendly and supportive team with low staff turnover and a strong emphasis on job satisfaction. They work closely with progressive, proactive, and motivated clients, maintaining a strong dairy client base and servicing forward-thinking beef and sheep farms. The practice supports active flock health and calf health clubs and encourages clinicians to pursue specific areas of interest, offering a wide range of options.
The team is committed to delivering high standards of service through proactive health planning, utilising advanced tools and software. Additional services include abdominal laparoscopic surgery, VetTech services with an in-house foot trimmer, farmer training, and an advanced breeding department. They also provide overseas farm consultancy. Continuing professional development (CPD), specialist interests, and further qualifications are strongly encouraged and supported by certificate and diploma holders.
The ideal candidate will have at least two years of farm animal clinical experience.
Other information:
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced maternity/paternity package
- Mentoring programme
- RCVS membership
- BVA membership plus one other membership funded
- Employee assistance programme
- Company vehicle
- Member of Vetsalus
If you would like any further information on this role please contact Phil on 01228 710208.
To apply please send your CV and covering letter to jobs@paragonvet.com
