Veterinary Surgeon

Job Description

Our client is seeking a skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join their well-equipped practice. This is a permanent, full-time position with a 40-hour workweek spread over four days, including a 1:6 weekend rota. Part-time applications are also welcome, with flexibility offered to accommodate individual needs.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team comprising two vets, one nurse, one student nurse, and two patient care assistants. The team works cohesively to deliver high-quality services to a welcoming client base. This role offers an excellent opportunity to advance your career within a growing community focused on providing a supportive and enriching work environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations and procedures.
• Provide excellent care to clients, ensuring clear communication and updates on patient status.
• Maintain the highest standards of regulatory, practice, and operational compliance.
• Prepare tailored treatment and care plans for patients, including clear cost estimates.
• Mentor and develop team members, enhancing their skills and utilising them effectively.
• Manage clinical handovers and arrange for the transfer of patients needing out-of-hours or enhanced care.
• Actively support and share clinical best practices within the practice and the broader community.

Requirements

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Experience in providing outstanding care to patients and clients.
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership skills.
• Experience in fostering a progressive clinical culture.
• Knowledge of supporting nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures, with an understanding of their impact on practice performance and efficiency.
• Competent in using coaching and influencing skills to maximise colleague performance.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance at 3x salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling services.
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’ – a paid day off for personal use.
• Clinical CPD allowance of £1,500 per year and 3 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• Coverage of VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees.
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on products and services.
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation assistance.

About Them

Our client is a leading provider of veterinary care, with practices across the UK, including numerous 24-hour veterinary centres and referral centres. They also have a growing international presence. They are proud to support a large, connected, and expanding community of colleagues who provide exceptional care. This commitment extends to their colleagues, patients, and clients, fostering a forward-thinking and caring environment with top-tier equipment and treatment options.

This is a workplace for talented individuals who want to excel in their field and whose compassion for animals goes beyond their job. Join them and be part of exciting future plans.

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