We are recruiting for a Permanent Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving small animal practice located on the Wirral. The role is full time working 4 days per week with a 1:4 Saturday rota 9am - 5pm. Time back in lieu is taken after working a weekend. The position has been created to support the ongoing growth in the practice. There is no ooh.

The practice is committed and passionate forward-thinking practice continually ensuring that a high standard of Veterinary care is provided along with good client relationships. They all share the caring ethos regarding both clients and 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 and village culture feel and all the team work well together and embrace all aspects of the role. They regularly have team discussions looking at ways they can progress, and they share case discussions and best practice thus offering opportunities to develop skills and knowledge. They would be looking for a Vet to share this practice culture also.

Who are they looking for

The practice are looking for a professional and motivated Vet and they can also support a recent graduate who is looking to develop their skills, or a more experienced Vet who is interested in a new challenge. The role will be split between consults and surgery. There will also be some sole-charge responsibilities.

Benefit

The practice will provide a supportive working environment and somewhere where the Vet is able to develop their skills, with a great CPD allowance and support for those wishing to complete certificates.

Key details:

• Type: Small animal
• Hours: 4 days per week
• Weekends: 1:4 Saturday rota 9am - 5pm
• OOH: None
• Sole charge: Some
• Team: Large veterinary team
• Consultations: 15 minutes

About them:

• Large group of practices within the region of Cheshire
• Branches with a 24hr 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
• Fully equipped with the latest diagnostic and surgical technology
• Excellent reputation within the community

Person:

• You will be comfortable with routine surgeries and consultations
• You will always deliver and be committed to providing a high standard of clinical care
• 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
• Soft tissue surgery
• Orthopaedics
• Ultrasonography
• Doppler
• State of the art surgical suite facilities
• Digital X-ray
• Dental X-ray
• In-house laboratory
• Nurse clinics
• Dedicated night clinic
• 24hr hospitalisation facilities

Package:

• Salary: Up to 55,000 per annum, commensurate to experience
• Holidays: 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
• CPD: Generous allowance of 1,750
• Certificates supported and funded
• Memberships: RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Exclusive company discounts and rewards
• Stakeholder pension scheme
• BUPA, Healthshield scheme
• Staff discount

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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