We are currently recruiting a permanent Veterinary Surgeon to join an independent small animal practice in Ipswich on a full-time basis. This role would suit an experienced veterinary surgeon with at least 5 years post graduate experience who is looking to expand on their surgical skills and help a practice develop the service they provide.

This is a full-time position working a 4 and half day week (set half a day off each week) with the usual working hours of 8:45am until 6:00pm each day. Weekends are well spread out with the current rota meaning you work just 1 in 7 or 8 full weekends. No out of hours or evening work is required as the practice have a dedicated night team.

Key Details:

Small animal only

4.5 day week working Monday to Friday with 1 in 10 weekends on a rota basis

No out of hours/evenings required

No sole charge work required

15 minute consultations

Based mainly at one site with rare branch work to cover holidays & sickness

About You:

Ideally you will have at least 5 years post graduate experience

A keen surgical interest would be essential for this position

Excellent client care skills

Strong communication skills

A desire to complete a certificate and grow your overall veterinary knowledge

Ideally you will have a driving license however this is not essential

The Practice:

An independent well-established veterinary practice in the Ipswich area with a clear aim to provide a professional caring service to all clients and animals. They see a variety of clients from small to equine animal and also provide a full out of hours emergency service. They have a full range of diagnostic facilities which include an in house laboratory, full dental equipment, x-ray machine, ultrasound, ECG and well equipped operating theatre. They have a well balanced team which includes experienced vets with multiple certificates as well as those recently graduated and beginning their career.

Package:

Salary: 40,000-65,000 depending on experience

Excellent company pension

23 days holiday per annum

Generous CPD package with support throughout the year

Career development opportunities

Certificates supported

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Exclusive company discounts and rewards

Must haves:

RCVS registered and qualified

Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom

Excellent communication skills

5+ 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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