Several sectors in the UK are currently struggling to recruit enough employees, and that includes the vet industry. In this blog, we take a look at why there is a vet shortage and what can be done to tackle the recruitment crisis. Why is there a vet shortage in the UK? Demand is outstripping supply … Read more »
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How the IR35 Changes Affect Locum Vets
Locum vets will have to follow a different set of tax rules than those in full-time employment, and it can be confusing to work out who is responsible for what. In this blog, we take a look at the recent IR35 changes and how they will affect locum vets. What is IR35? The IR35 rules,… Read more »
How is AI Being Used in Veterinary Medicine?
Artificial intelligence, or AI, is an exciting technological development that will help us in many different areas of life. While you might associate it with robots, AI can actually provide valuable assistance, specifically in the veterinary sector. We take a look at how AI is being used in veterinary medicine to diagnose and treat animals…. Read more »
What Non Clinical Veterinary Jobs Are There?
The traditional career path for veterinary graduates is, of course, working in a veterinary clinic. However, this may not be the ideal career for everyone so we take a look at some of the options for those who don’t want to work in a veterinary clinic, but still want to work with animals/in the veterinary… Read more »
How to Become an Exotic Animal Veterinarian
You are likely familiar with small animal vets who specialise in the care of pets such as cats and dogs, and large animal vets who are focused on the wellbeing of farm animals such as livestock and horses, but exotic animal vets are less common. If you are wondering how to become an exotic animal… Read more »
What Does a Veterinary Nurse Do on a Typical Day?
If you want to work with animals, then one career you may be considering is veterinary nursing. Veterinary nurses have a wide range of responsibilities, both in assistance to the veterinary surgeon and direct patient care. If you want to know more about what a veterinary nurse does, here we’ll be outlining the responsibilities of… Read more »
What Are the Different Job Roles in a Veterinary Practice?
If you have a love for animals, then you may be considering employment in a veterinary practice. However, there are more job roles in a veterinary practice than just the vet themselves, so here we’ll be talking about the different roles, what a typical day might look like, and what qualifications are required. Veterinary surgeon… Read more »
How to Become a Large Animal Vet
House pets such as cats and dogs aren’t the only animals that need looking after. Cattle, horses, sheep, goats and pigs all need veterinary attention, which is why some vets choose to specialise as large animal vets and care specifically for these larger farm animals. What is a large animal veterinarian? Large animal veterinarians are… Read more »
Career Progression for Veterinary Nurses
If you’re considering a career as a veterinary nurse, or you’ve already started and are looking towards the future, you may be interested to know what kind of progression you can expect in the role. Veterinary nursing can be an incredibly rewarding career for any animal lover, so here we’ll outline everything you need to… Read more »
How Much Does a Vet Make in the UK?
If you are considering a career as a veterinarian, then you will likely want to know what kind of salary you can expect to make. Becoming a vet takes years of training and a lot of hard work and you can earn a respectable starting wage as a result, but once you have more experience,… Read more »