Vets4Pets, part of the Pets at Home Group, has appointed Gudrun Ravetz as head of workplace engagement.
In the newly-created role, Gudrun will work closely with colleagues and partners across Vets4Pets and Companion Care practices to support the implementation of the British Veterinary Association’s Good Veterinary Workplaces Code as it continues to be adopted across the estate. The move is designed to support the working lives of colleagues and Partners in veterinary practices.
With more than 20 years’ experience, in the veterinary sector Gudrun has worked as a clinician in private practice and for charity, and is a former president of both the British Veterinary Association and the Society of Practising Veterinary Surgeons as well as chair for the British Veterinary Association’s Good Veterinary Workplace Working Group.
Gudrun said: “Having been heavily involved in the work leading up to the Good Veterinary Workplaces Code during my time at the British Veterinary Association, I can fully relate to the many pressures that veterinary workplaces are currently under. Through supportive action and using evidence-based tools, I believe we can make a positive and lasting difference.
“It’s an honour to join Vets4Pets as we begin to implement its many commitments to improving the industry.”
Gordon Dunn, people director at Vets4Pets, added: “Gudrun’s appointment demonstrates our commitment to influencing positive change across the profession and we’re thrilled to welcome her to the team. It’s our goal to develop the best practice cultures that we can possibly create, so that we can continue to attract and retain the best talent, and having a vet of Gudrun’s calibre join our People team will allow us to ensure that everything we deliver is truly fit for purpose.”
