We are recruiting for a permanent Veterinary Surgeon to join a practice in Newport, Wales.

This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, over 4 days Monday - Friday, with only a 1:6 Saturday morning rota 9am - 12pm. There are no OOH in this role, as the practice appreciates the importance of a healthy work/life balance. They are open to part time applicants as well.

This is an established busy practice comprising of a team of 5 Vets, plus the partner, 5 Nurses and a reception team. They are a friendly and supportive team. The practice is purpose built and offers a variety of services and has facilities including Ultrasound, X-Ray, in house laboratory, dental equipment and orthopaedic services. They see a wide range of cases and have a growing client base.

About the role

The practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who has strong communication and client care skills. They must be able to work well as part of a team. They provide ongoing support for continual growth and development so areas of special interest are supported, and they encourage undertaking certificates. They offer a generous weekend rota and no ooh thus enabling a great work / life balance.

Key Details:

• Type: Small Animal
• Hours: Monday - Friday
• Weekends: 1:6 Saturday morning rota
• Sole Charge: None
• OOH: None
• Branch work: None
• Computer System: RX Works
• Consultations: 15 Minutes
• Team: 5 Vets, 5 Nurse & support team

About them:

• State of the Art equipment with all the latest technology
• Offers a good work / life balance
• Bright spacious air-conditioned practice with modern facilities
• Fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment
• Offers opportunity to expand clinical skill set and knowledge with complex cases
• Practice provides clinical freedom for personal growth and development
• They offer care for physical and mental health wellbeing

About You:

• You must have a strong work ethic and provide an excellent high standard of clinical service
• You will be confident in all routine surgeries and consultations
• You will have an approachable and caring attitude
• You will be able to establish good working relationships with clients and be confident in all consultations
• You will want to contribute to the practice with ideas enabling them to stay at the forefront of clinical thinking whilst also maintaining the ethos of providing a high standard of clinical care to all pets.
• You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to develop a great rapport with both clients and staff.
• You will be a strong team player

Facilities:

The practice offers a wide range of modern veterinary services and facilities including

• Emergency cover
• Operating Theatres
• Digital X-Ray
• Nurse Clinics
• Isolation Unit
• Ultrasound
• In-house Laboratory
• Dentistry
• Separate Dog and Cat ward

Package:

• Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 pro rata
• Holiday allowance: 28 days annual leave including bank holidays and Birthdays off
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• CPD: Generous allowance
• Certificates encouraged and supported
• Healthcare Scheme
• Rewards: Exclusive colleague rewards including discounts with High Street retailers and restaurants
• Staff Bonus Scheme
• Memberships: Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS and BVA)
• Staff Discount

Must haves:

• RCVS registered and qualified
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Excellent communication skills
• 1 years' post-grad UK experience

What happens next?

If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with your latest CV.

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