Are you looking for a job as a vet? There are plenty of vacancies available around the UK, but unless you’re prepared, you won’t land the job you want. Fortunately, we have some tips to help you get the job of your dreams.

Stay Flexible

You may be surprised as to where your dream job is available. If you are flexible about location, there could be a job for you, just outside where you had previously expected to find a position. There are many veterinary clinics looking for help, but sometimes they’re a little further away than you may have considered. If you’re willing to relocate or commute, you open yourself up to many more opportunities.

Don’t Just Look for Vet Clinics

Not all vet positions are with clinics. In fact, there are quite a few organisations that are currently looking for vets. Again, you need to be open to all sorts of new experiences and you could end up with the perfect job.

Many vets work outside of animal hospitals and vet clinics. You may find positions at research institutions, in the government, within the pet food industry, at a zoo or even in an animal welfare program. The possibilities are endless, so don’t get locked into one idea about where to work.

Build Your Experience

While waiting for a job, be sure to continue practising wherever you can. Volunteering at an animal shelter and hosting clinic days in your neighbourhood are just a few of the ways that you can build your CV and ensure that you’re a promising candidate in any position you apply for. There are so many applicants that you really want to stand out. Having a little extra experience could be exactly what you need.

Get Some Help

Talk to recruiters and be proactive. Get yourself out there and make sure the clinics and organisations in your area know that you’re available.

You can talk to a recruitment company about your needs and what you’re looking for in a job and if they have the right match for you, it will speed up the entire process considerably.

Practice Your Interview Skills

Interviews can be nerve-wracking, so be sure you’re prepared before you go. It may be helpful to practice with someone else before you actually attend a real interview. Also, remember to try to relax when you go in.

As you interview, be sure to ask your own questions as well. Seeing if the position is a good fit goes both ways and the interviewer will see that you’ve thought about the position.

Are you in the market for a vet job? At VetPro Recruitment, we know of the latest positions and can help you find the right one for your needs. Contact us to learn more.