Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal FTC

British Veterinary Association; West Malling; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team at Walton Lodge. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values work-life balance and professional development. You will engage in consultations, perform surgeries, and liaise with clients, all while benefiting from flexible working patterns and a comprehensive benefits package. With a commitment to high standards of care and continuous learning, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in veterinary medicine. Join a team that truly values its members and fosters a culture of growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary surgery with a focus on small animals.
• Strong communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations and manage inpatients and their owners.
• Perform surgeries and collaborate with the veterinary team.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Client Communication

Team Collaboration

CPD Engagement

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Professional Memberships (BVA, RCVS)

Tools

Ultrasound Scanners

Anaesthetic Monitoring Equipment

Digital X-Ray Equipment

Job description

Find a place to progress

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and diverse team at Walton Lodge, based at our Ware branch. This is a 12 month fixed-term maternity cover role. Your typical week will include consultations in the mornings and afternoons. After consultations, you will spend the rest of your day liaising with inpatients and their owners regarding further workups required, or you will be on theatre duties, completing the surgeries booked in for that day. We work to high general practice standards and handle an interesting and varied caseload.

Work-life balance that works for you

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we understand that work-life balance is vital. We offer flexible working patterns that fit your lifestyle, whether you need to balance school holidays, manage school runs, or find the perfect home-work balance. We are happy to consider part-time applications for this role.

This part-time permanent position involves working 30 hours over 3 days per week, including 1 in 4 Saturday mornings. There are no out-of-hours commitments. Our clinic operates from 8am - 7pm Monday to Friday and 9am - 1pm on Saturdays.

About Walton Lodge

Walton Lodge Veterinary Group Ltd was co-founded in September 2000 by Helen Lee BVSc, MRCVS, and her partner Rodney Pugh. We have six well-equipped surgeries located in Bengeo, Bishop's Stortford, Harlow, Hoddesdon, Stevenage, and Ware. Recently, we have expanded, opening three new practices across Stevenage and Hoddesdon, and our Ware practice has been refitted and extended. Our high-standard facilities include:

1. Sterile operating theatres across multiple locations
2. High-speed Colour Doppler Ultrasound scanners
3. Anaesthetic monitoring equipment
4. ECG machines
5. High-powered Dental Scalers and Polishers at all branches
6. A full range of blood testing laboratory facilities
7. Digital X-Ray equipment
8. Endoscope facilities
9. Separate cat and dog wards to minimize stress
10. Purpose-built, insulated kennels for optimal recovery and comfort

Join our established team

Walton Lodge is home to a dedicated team of 8 experienced Veterinary Surgeons, 8 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 4 Student Veterinary Nurses, and 11 Receptionists. Our senior Veterinary Surgeon, Helen Lee, qualified from Bristol University in 1984 and has worked in Hertfordshire since 1985 as a small animal Veterinary Surgeon.

We strongly encourage CPD, and our team actively engages in professional development. For example, one of our vets is currently undertaking a laparoscopic course with the RVC, and one of our RVNs is working towards a nursing certificate.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

1. 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

1. Private Medical Insurance
2. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
3. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
4. Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

1. £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
7. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
8. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. BVA membership
2. VDS cover
3. RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

1. Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
2. Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
3. Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
4. Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
5. Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Walton Lodge - Ware

9 The Green, Kings Hill, SG12 0QW, United Kingdom

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Animals treated

Small animals

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