Veterinary Surgeon

Job Description

Our client is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon or Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and experienced team. This role is based in a practice renowned for its outstanding kindness and compassion towards patients, offering a balanced mix of surgery and consultations. The practice is well-equipped with modern facilities, enabling the team to provide exceptional care.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team, including a Vet, Head Nurse, and Practice Manager, along with a dedicated front-of-house team and part-time nurses. This role offers the opportunity to advance to a Lead Veterinary Surgeon position, facilitating career progression. The practice is equipped with dental and digital x-rays, ultrasound, a full laboratory, kennels, and a theatre, ensuring high-quality care for all patients. This position also offers an excellent work-life balance, with a 1 in 3 Saturday morning shift and no out-of-hours, on-call, or bank holiday duties.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients during consultations and procedures.
• Provide clear and compassionate updates to clients regarding their pets.
• Uphold professional excellence by adhering to the highest regulatory, practice, and operational standards.
• Prepare tailored and accurate treatment and care plans with clear cost estimates.
• Mentor and develop your team, enhancing their skills and effectiveness.
• Complete clinical handovers and arrange the transfer of patients requiring out-of-hours or enhanced care.
• Proactively support and share clinical best practices within the practice and across the wider community.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Registration as a Veterinary Surgeon with the RCVS.
• At least 2+ years of experience (UK or equivalent).
• Experience in delivering exceptional care to patients and clients.
• Strong teamwork skills, with the ability to lead and mentor others.
• Experience in supporting nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to implement a progressive clinical culture.
• Coaching and influencing skills to bring out the best in colleagues.

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan from day one, covering dental, physio, and optical services, with a 24/7 Private GP Service.
• Life Assurance at 3x your salary.
• Access to 24-hour counselling services, available by phone or in person.
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave to use as you wish.
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid.
• Sabbatical 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 Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of veterinary care, with practices across the UK, including 24-hour centres and referral facilities. They also have a growing international presence, with practices in France, Germany, and Spain. They are committed to creating a caring and forward-thinking environment where exceptional care is always a priority. Joining our client means becoming part of a connected community of professionals who are passionate about making a positive difference in every interaction.

Join the team and be part of a practice that values professional growth, high clinical standards, and a supportive work environment. Apply today!

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