We are recruiting for a Permanent Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join a small animal practice in Peterlee. This role is full time for 4 days per week, along with 1 in 3 Saturdays. There are no OOH requirements and the vet will receive the same fixed day off mid-week each week.

The practice is established with a large client base, and it provides a modern and spacious environment along with state-of-the-art facilities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Vet looking to progress and take their next career step. The role offers clinical freedom with the back of up a large supportive team. The practice support areas of special interest and the Vet will have the opportunity to pursue a certificate as well as treating in house referrals.

They have three sites in total across the area and a large 10 Vet team. The position will be based within one of the branches and there is also a supportive nursing team, student nurses and animal nursing assistants. They have a varied case load and perform in house orthopaedics and advance imaging with visiting vets.

Who are they looking for:

The practice is looking for an experienced and confident Vet and someone who is looking for a career step into a more senior role with more responsibility.

The Vet must be able to work up and follow through with cases, be confident in sole charge work and most general surgeries. They must be able to train others, setting a positive example and provide ongoing mentoring and support where required to fellow team members. They must also have great communication skills as they will be required to provide constructive feedback in training situations. They will ensure the smooth day to day running of the practice and maintain the positive work culture.

Key details:

• Type: Small animal
• Hours: Full time, 4 days per week
• Weekends: 1 in 3 Saturdays
• OOH: None
• Sole charge: Yes some
• Consultations: 15 minutes
• Branch work: Possibly if required
• Team: Large multi vet and RVN team

About them:

• Large, supportive and experienced team
• Can provide support for certificate and post grad study
• State of the art facilities
• Fantastic opportunities for career support and growth with this large multi vet and nurse practices.
• Practices pride themselves on providing a professional and friendly surface
• Comprises of a highly skilled veterinary team with various expertise and areas of special interest - certificate holding surgeons
• Provides a vast range of modern veterinary services and facilities
• Excellent reputation within the community

About you:

• The role is determined on years of experience and be catered to suit but ultimately the vet needs to be ambitious looking to develop clinical skills and knowledge and take their next career step up
• You will work well under pressure with a calm and confident manner
• A kind and empathetic attitude is essential
• You will demonstrate good leadership skills and set a positive example
• You will have excellent communication skills and be able to provide constructive feedback within a training and working environment
• You will ensure the smooth day to day running of the practice and sustain the ongoing harmonious working environment and practice culture
• You will be a team player
• You must have a strong work ethic and provide an excellent high standard of clinical service
• You must be confident in all routine surgery
• You will be confident in sole charge work
• You should have compassionate and enthusiasm with a positive attitude
• You must be able to work well as part of a team with excellent interpersonal skills

Facilities:

All branches are equipped with all state-of-the-art facilities and equipment as one would expect including digital x-ray, ultrasound, in house laboratory, endoscopy and separate dog and cat wards.

Package:

• Salary: Starting at 45,000 per annum, commensurate to experience
• Holidays: 33 days annual leave pro rata
• CPD: Generous allowance
• Memberships: RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Contributory pension scheme available
• Healthcare scheme
• Exclusive colleague rewards including discounts with High Street retailers and restaurants
• Branded uniform provided
• Cycle to work scheme

Must haves:

RCVS registered and qualified or soon to be

Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom

Have excellent verbal and written communication skills

What happens next?

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