Job description
About us
We’re a community of passionate veterinary professionals committed to providing truly exceptional care. We’re set on building something extraordinary: creating the most forward-thinking and innovative place in the veterinary industry. We’re always looking for people who aspire to stand out in their field, and it’s this vision and enthusiasm that forms the foundation of how we work. Our mission to deliver progressive, around the clock care means our employees have the very best equipment and treatment options available, including in-house MRI machines and state-of-the-art operating theatres. We provide ongoing support to our teams, both in practice and through our dedicated training centre. This empowers you to get the very best from our advanced equipment while being on your journey to veterinary excellence.
The role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our fantastic team at Skeldale Veterinary Centre, Medivet Ripon, North Yorkshire. As qualified MRCVS, you will already have good experience gained in small animal practice. You will be competent in clinical examination and surgery, and confident working sole charge or as part of the wider team. Sharing our values being trustworthy, caring and progressive, you will have all the softer skills essential to working effectively, building trusting relationships with your colleagues, harnessing our one team culture. You will also display good communication skills and the desire to share your knowledge and skills by being an outstanding, positive example to others. Your wellbeing is important to us, and a good work/life balance is at the core of everything we do. Our clinic is here to help you build a bespoke rota that suits the individual’s needs, whether you are raising a family, have other commitments, or working towards a certificate, we are here to find the right balance for you. We can accommodate part time hours with various shift patterns- get in touch today to find out more! Branch Partnership opportunities are also available where you can own a share of the clinic, have complete clinical freedom whilst receiving full support from the wider Medivet network. Part time vacancy, with 1in 6 weekends at our main centre in Thirsk. Flexibility around hours and happy to discuss what works for you and your all important home life. Salary & Benefits Salary package up to £55,000 per annum full time equivalent (pro rata for part time hours) to include: - 5 weeks' annual leave (FTE) 4 weeks' paid sabbatical (after each 5 years of service) - Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay CPD Allowance £1,500 plus 3 days CPD leave per annum (FTE) - In-house CPD available as well as access to our online learning platform (FUSE) - RCVS, BVA and VDS fees paid Vehicle allowance or Company Vehicle - Access to Wellbeing support and EAP programme - Access to wide range of discounts for days out, high street and holidays. - 100% attendance bonus schemes - 1 day 'Pet'ernity Leave - We also offer relocation allowances should you move more than 50 miles from your current home address. - We can also support Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa if you meet the criteria and are eligible to register as a veterinary surgeon with the RCVS upon arrival in the UK.
Skills and experience
You must be a Veterinary Surgeon who is registered with the RCVS with 1+ years experience in small animal practice.
Branch
Skeldale Veterinary Centre Medivet Ripon is a compact practice which values client relationships and pet bonds at its core. The practice consists of one consult room, a small kennels area, and a small lab area to enable the work up of first opinion cases well. We work closely with our main 24 Hour hospital in Thirsk, sharing support staff, equipment, and vets to provide comprehensive care for our patients in Ripon. Cases requiring further diagnostics or hospitalisation are referred to our linked larger 24 hour Hospital in Thirsk, an easy 20 minute drive away, where it is possible to either work up cases yourself or work as part of the Thirsk team to provide the best care possible. Ripon is an unspoilt cathedral city with a thriving market, interesting museums, fun racecourse, and amazing nature all around. A journey 10 miles in any direction will bring you to the surrounding beautiful Dales countryside, where first class visitor attractions including castles, abbeys, and nature are easily accessible
Job Reference: FR04452