What can you expect from employers?
Sick of every clinic claiming to be 'employer of choice' without any proof or follow-though?
The Veterinary Employer of Choice Accreditation programme means that when you sign on with an accredited clinic, you can be assured that your well-being and engagement is their top priority. With each level of accreditation, you can select the right role for you knowing there is a guaranteed level of staff happiness, working conditions and even reward and recognition.
Platinum
Engagement scores >85%
Average overtime <xhrs/wk
Salary separated from entitlements
Penalty and unsocial hours rates
Staff turnover <x%
Profit-share bonus scheme
Zero tolerance for poor client behaviour
Maternity and other leave benefits
Gold
Engagement scores >80%
Average overtime <xhrs/wk
Salary separated from entitlements
Penalty and unsocial hours rates
Staff turnover <x%
Profit share bonus scheme
Low tolerance for poor client behaviour
Higher than industry-standard leave entitlements
Silver
Engagement scores >75%
Time in lieu for overtime
Salary separated from entitlements
Benefits for unsocial hours work
Staff turnover <x%
Incentives scheme
Low tolerance for poor client behaviour
Higher than industry-standard leave entitlements
In-Progress
Actionable targets in place towards accreditation
Human factors have equal priority to commercial and animal care targets
Actively engaging leaders in formal leadership development
Commitment to progression regularly checked