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Permanent Senior Veterinary Surgeon (VETSEEK-14049)

Mitcham, Surrey

Veterinary Surgeon

£40,00 - £60,000 per annum commensurate to experience

Full time / Permanent

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of an independent small animal practice in Mitcham, Surrey who need a Permanent Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join their team.

About the practice:

This is an established practice with all the latest diagnostic technology and facilities. If you have an advanced surgical bias, then the facilities are well suited to this passion. The practice sees a wide variety of cases including more complex surgeries which enables the development of clinical skills and knowledge.

This is a growing and thriving practice and have a caring team of people who are passionate about the pets that they treat and offer high quality affordable veterinary care to all customers without ever compromising on standards. They are a progressive forward-thinking practice and their value all team members and actively encourage and support career progression and development.

About the role

The role will involve all aspects of Veterinary work on top of working closely both fellow team members and the clinical director. The position is full time for 37 hours per week over 4 days, along with 1 in 4 weekends. There will be no OOH work or on-call duties.

The practice boasts a professional and friendly team of 2 Vet, 4 Nurses and 1 SVN along with supporting nonclinical staff.

The right candidate would be passionate about clinical coaching, teaching and mentoring colleagues. They will be comfortable with most veterinary medicine and surgical procedures. Areas of special interest and certificates are supported and funded. Ideally the vet will be looking for a position where they can continue to develop their clinical knowledge and levels of experience. Excellent communication skills are essential and ability to educate pet owners on their pets welfare as well as providing excellent veterinary care is also essential. The vet will have at least 2 years of experience.

There is a generous package which is commensurate with experience.

Key Details:

  • Type: Full time, 37 hours per week
  • Hours: 4 days per week
  • Weekends: 1:4 Rota
  • OOH: None
  • Sole Charge: Occasionally
  • Team: 2 Vet, 4 Nurses and supporting staff

About you:

  • You will have a good level of experience in surgery and medicine
  • You will be ambitious and looking to play an integral role in the development of a practice
  • You will enjoy working in a fast paced environment
  • You will be passionate about coaching, teaching and mentoring colleagues to utilise their skills to the maximum
  • You will support and encourage career development within the team
  • You will actively input into the progression of the practice and the company ensuring both remain at the forefront of clinical thinking
  • You will be a passionate dedicated veterinary surgeon committed to delivering a high standard of clinical care.
  • You will have excellent communication and customer service skills
  • You will have a caring attitude and strive to continually improve your professional knowledge
  • You will have a genuine passion for animal welfare and actively educate owners about their pets

Facilities

The practice provides a wide range of modern veterinary services with state of the art equipment including

  • Ultrasound
  • Digital X-Ray
  • Orthopaedic services and surgeries
  • Dental Suite
  • In House Laboratory

Package:

  • Salary: 40,000 to 60,000 per annum, commensurate to experience
  • Holidays: 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
  • 5% pension contribution
  • Certificates supported and funded
  • CPD: Generous allowance of 1,500 plus 5 days off to attend
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Income protection
  • Memberships: RCVS and VDS fees paid
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free Lunch on Fridays
  • Staff Discount
  • Must haves:
  • RCVS Registered & Qualified or soon to be.
  • Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.
  • Have excellent verbal / written communication skills

What happens next?

CLICK APPLY NOW or if you have any pre-application questions or if this role is not quite right for you, please contact the VS Team (details below) to discuss your veterinary career aspirations further.

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