Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Lady Dane Vets, Whitstable; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Vet to join their dynamic team in Canterbury. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment, where your expertise in veterinary medicine will be valued. With a focus on work-life balance, you will enjoy flexible working hours and a generous holiday package. The practice is well-equipped with modern technology, ensuring you have the tools needed to excel in your role. If you are passionate about animal care and want to be part of a team that prioritizes well-being and professional development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Research funding opportunities

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experienced Vet with a focus on both medical and surgical cases.
• Knowledge in emergency care and imaging techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care across two sites, focusing on medical and surgical cases.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced professionals for case discussions.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Emergency and Critical Care

Imaging Techniques

Surgical Skills

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Bronchoscopy

Job description

We are looking for a full-time or part-time experienced Vet to cover both sites at Whitstable and Faversham.

Find a place to excel.

Whitstable is walking distance from the beach front alongside easy access to local novelty shops and cafes.

The role is working alongside our experienced clinical director who is an imaging certificate holder and another full-time veterinary surgeon who is gaining knowledge in emergency and critical care. Both are OV certified.

Our clinical director holds frequent clinical meetings with the vets to encourage case discussion and support job satisfaction and well-being.

Discover a workplace that supports you.

We have the usual equipment with digital x-ray, K-laser, ultrasound, dental x-ray, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, and in-clinic laboratories. We have ample parking and very large facilities at Faversham, where we are also located next to a large pet store with whom we have a good relationship.

In addition, we have a very longstanding support team of 7 receptionists, 7 nurses, and 1 student nurse who have a diverse range of experience and a practice manager who is also an experienced nurse.

Full-time hours are 08:30-18:30 over a 4-day week with a mix of medical and surgical cases. Weekends are a rotation of 1:3 Saturdays from 08:00-16:00. No out of hours. Flexible working for the right candidate.

Fix or flex - find your perfect balance.

Part- and full-time candidates considered with Saturday rota evenly shared but no Sunday, night, or bank holiday work required.

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:

1. Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave; Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
2. Wellbeing: Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay; Private Medical Insurance; Cycle to Work scheme; Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership; Non-accidental injury support.
3. Development: £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata; Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy; Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider; All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme.
4. Professional Memberships: BVA membership; VDS cover; RCVS fees.
5. Additional: Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers; Pension 5% Employee/3% Employer; Discounted staff pet care.

Up to £65,000 DOE.