The veterinary profession: truths and myths
Let’s play a game of true or false! In this blog, we dispel common myths surrounding the veterinary profession, as well as share some home truths so that you can decide whether it’s the right career for you. Veterinary professionals work regular hours There won’t be any Dolly Parton nine-to-fiving around here, we’re afraid. Much […]
Career advice for newly qualified vets
In your final year of veterinary school? Perhaps you’re starting to consider what your first role is going to look like. It’s an exciting time, but it’s important to keep these things in mind before you dive into the veterinary world. Here are five tips for our soon-to-be qualified vets who are thinking about their […]
3 Continuing Professional Development ideas
In this blog, we share a refresher into CPD and what you can do that counts towards it. Understanding CPD in veterinary career advancement Continuing Professional Development, commonly referred to as “CPD,” is an ongoing learning initiative designed to enhance your capabilities and competence throughout your veterinary profession. The learning endeavours within […]
Need help finding a new role?
Need help finding a new role? Choice Vets is a specialist recruitment agency that is dedicated to placing top-tier candidates in top-tier veterinary roles. In this blog, we remind candidates of our bespoke offering and the benefits of working through a recruitment agency. What roles do we recruit for? Whether you’re looking for your next […]
5 qualities of a great vet surgeon
A great veterinary surgeon possesses a combination of technical skills, compassion, and professionalism to provide the best possible care for animals. In this blog, we share five qualities that make a great veterinary surgeon according to our expert consultants. 1. Empathy Understanding and respecting the emotional connection between pets and their owners is one of […]
Why you should partner with a vet-focused recruitment agency
Whether you’re a qualified vet seeking a change in career or an employer in the veterinary field, partnering with a vet-focused recruitment agency can be highly advantageous. Here’s why… 1. Industry expertise Vet-focused recruitment agencies often have years of industry experience under their belt, meaning they have a holistic understanding of the roles, skills, and […]
How to deal with imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome – that persistent feeling of inadequacy and self-doubt, despite accomplishments and qualifications – is sadly very common within the veterinary world. However, it is something you can conquer given the right support and mindset. In this blog, we look at three ways to better cope with imposter syndrome as a veterinary professional. Signs […]
3 secrets to longevity and leading a happy life as a vet
While being a veterinary professional is a highly rewarding and mentally stimulating career choice, it does, unfortunately, come hand-in-hand with psychological stress, high workloads and emotional burnout if your work-life balance is, well…unbalanced. In this blog, the Choice Vets team shares three secrets to longevity and leading a happy life. Do things that boost your […]
Benefits of using recruitment agencies for vet clients and candidates
Struggling to find a veterinary role that suits you? Looking to fill a few staffing gaps? Or perhaps you’re just sick of scrolling through LinkedIn and not getting the results you want? The veterinary world can be complex, but with the help of our knowledgeable consultants, we can help give your job search purrrrpose (and […]
Government extends deadline for neutering XL Bully dogs
In a backdrop of heightened regulations surrounding XL Bully dogs in the United Kingdom, the recent decision by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) to extend the deadline for neutering these canines carries significant implications for owners and animal welfare advocates alike. The announcement by the government to add American XL Bully […]