Job description
An opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced vet to join the team and work within our Winterton branch, closely linked to the RCVS accredited Swanland 24 hour hospital.
Our veterinary surgeons are at the front line of delivering exceptional care and play an integral part of each one of our sites. From routine health checks to advanced surgeries, you’ll work directly with clients and their pets to offer care that’s bespoke to them. Sole charge work will form the majority of this role so confidence and sound clinical judgement are a necessity but you will have the support of the team at the hospital and the seven other branch practices.
In return we will provide an excellent career progression and work life balance, fantastic packages and the chance to be involved in cases using state-of-the-art technology. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to take ownership, really make a practice their own and drive a practice to make it the heart of the community.
This is a permanent, full-time role working 39 hours a week over four days with a share weekends but we're open to being flexible where we can so get in touch and let us know what works for you.
Salary package up to £65,269 PA, including:
- Accommodation allowance.
- Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
Employee benefits:
- Relocation package of up to £2000.
- CPD allowance and 3 days paid CPD leave per year.
- Funded certificate opportunities.
- Leadership training.
- 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Pension scheme.
- Paid sabbatical after five years’ service.
- Annual pay reviews.
- Additional paid leave for exceptional attendance.
- Colleague purchase scheme.
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
- Hapibenefits – Receive a range of discounts on your shopping, entertainment and meals out.
- 24 hour access to wellbeing and employee assistance program.
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.
For more information on this role please email [email protected]
Key accountabilities
Ensure all team members provide quality and ethical care to all clients and their pets/livestock.- Assess and examine and diagnose patients’ medical issues.
- Perform surgery, dress and treat wounds.
- Perform diagnostic laboratory, imaging and ultrasound testing where required.
- Prescribe medication.
- Promote preventative care by advocating and administering routine vaccinations and immunisations.
- Educate clients on positive lifestyle choices for pets/livestock.
- Euthanise patients.
- Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain patients’ medical records.
Skills and experience
Registered with the RCVS.- Qualified MRCVS.
- Commitment to animal welfare.
- Ability to keep on top of practise protocols and procedures.
- Excellent organisational skills.
Branch
Located on the High Street at the heart of the affluent village of Winterton, North Lincolnshire, this is a busy local veterinary branch practice for the pet owners of Winterton and the surrounding villages & countryside. The branch consists of two consulting rooms, modern reception and waiting area, dog & cat wards and separate fully equipped surgical theatre with two operating tables and dental table. Own car park and well-maintained gardens.
Job Reference: VET01674