We are recruiting for a Permanent Veterinary Surgeon to join a small animal Veterinary practice in Alsager Cheshire. This is a full-time role working 4 days per week 8.30am - 6pm with a 1:4 Saturday mornings rota which comprises of consulting only. There is no OOH requirement. The Vet would be working mostly alongside two other experienced Vets however there will be a small amount of sole charge involved.

The practice have a supportive and friendly team and have a great work / life balance with no ooh rota. They are committed and passionate about providing a high standard of Veterinary care and have good client relationships. They all share the caring ethos - they care about both their client and about their pets. They also share the importance of a creating a happy working environment and ensure there is always harmony and happiness within the team. The practice has a very family / village culture feel and all the team work well together and embrace all aspects of the role. They would be looking for a Vet to share this practice culture also.

The Vet will be a good team player and be confident in routine consultations and surgeries. They will have excellent customer service and communication skills. In return the role offers an opportunity to develop clinical skills and knowledge and support is given for those wishing to complete a certificate.

Key Details:

• Type: Small Animal
• Hours: Full time 4 days per week
• Weekends: 1:4 Saturday mornings consulting only
• OOH: No OOH
• Sole charge: Some required however mostly working with 2 Vets
• Team: 2 Vets
• Consultations: 15 Minutes

About them:

• Large group of practices within the region of Cheshire
• Branches with a 24 Hour Main Hospital site
• State of the art diagnostic and treatment facilities
• Large highly experienced team of Veterinary surgeons, Nurses and supporting staff with various areas of special interest
• Fantastic career development opportunities available
• Offers a fantastic work / life balance
• Growing practice
• Offers clinical freedom to a Vet
• Large loyal client base
• Offer a competitive salary package!
• Comprises of a highly skilled veterinary team with various expertise and areas of special interest.
• Offers career progression with support
• Provides a vast range of modern veterinary services and facilities
• State of the art equipment - fully equipped with the latest diagnostic and surgical technology
• Excellent reputation within the community

Person:

• You will have a minimum of 1 years' experience
• You will be confident with routine surgeries and consultations
• You will always deliver and be committed to providing a high standard of clinical care
• You will be confident with the occasional sole charge
• 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
• You will have an enthusiastic and caring attitude
• Youi will have strong communication skills and organisational skills
• You will work well under pressure with a calm and confident manner
• You will have excellent people management skills
• A kind and empathetic attitude is essential
• You will be ambitious to continue your professional development
• You will be a team player
• Areas of special interest would be an advantage
• You will have excellent customer facing skills
• You will work well within the team alongside other veterinary specialists and clinicians
• You will be a passionate and motivated veterinary surgeon with a genuine interest for animal welfare

Facilities:

The practice offers a wide range of modern veterinary services for small animal. They offer state-of-the-art technology and diagnostic equipment including:

• Referral services
• Ultrasound
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Endoscope
• Advanced Gaseous Anaesthetic Systems and Monitoring Equipment
• Radiography
• Soft Tissue Surgeries
• Orthopaedic Surgeries
• Ultrasonography
• Doppler
• State of the art surgical suite facilities
• Digital X- Ray
• Dental X-Ray
• In House laboratory
• Nurse Clinics
• Dedicated Night Clinic
• 24 Hospitalisation Facilities

Package:

• Salary 35,000 - 50,000 pro rata Commensurate to experience
• 33 days annual leave
• CPD Generous allowance 1750 5 days to attend
• Certificates supported and funded
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Exclusive company discounts and rewards
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• BUPA, Healthshield scheme
• 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. Alternatively, contact us to find out more details or to have a confidential discussion about this or other opportunities.

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