Excellent Small Animal Vet Opportunity in Lancashire

Recruit4vets Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious veterinary practice in East Lancashire is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and a focus on work-life balance, with generous holidays and opportunities for career growth and continued education.

Benefits

Corporate gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid volunteering leave

Holiday buy-back scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Private medical insurance

Team pets welcome

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for animal care.
• Ability to work in a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality veterinary care to small animals.
• Participating in the out-of-hours rota to ensure continuous care.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Animal Care

Job description

A competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £65,000, dependent on experience.

Contact:

Holly Walsh

Contact email:

Contact phone:

01423 701321

Job ref:

JN-062025-32410

Published:

6 days ago

Expiry date:

2025-07-31

An esteemed veterinary practice with three practices in East Lancashire is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The practice is part of a larger network, offering a wealth of resources and support. The team is composed of a diverse mix of experienced vets, nurses, and support staff, all dedicated to providing quality care.

The Role:

The successful candidate will be working a 5-day week, with a rota of 1.5 in 8 weekends, and 1 night on-call every two weeks.

The time off in lieu is given for OOHs:

On-call Friday / Work Saturday morning only / Sunday on call (Monday & Tuesday off in lieu)

On-call Saturday (With a Friday off in lieu), followed by 6 weekends off

In addition, you would be on-call approximately 1 night every other week with the following day off. The rota is on a continuous 8-week cycle, allowing you to plan your life ahead. They have an OOH telephone answering service, so you will not be taking calls directly.

The practice offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £65,000, dependent on experience.

The practice provides on-site accommodation for those who choose to stay at the practice.

Key Responsibilities:

Providing high-quality, first-opinion veterinary care to small animals.

Supporting and expanding the practice's in-house services.

Participating in the out-of-hours rota.

Why Apply?

The practice boasts state-of-the-art facilities including a laboratory, pharmacy, and surgical suite.

The practice values work-life balance, offering flexible hours and generous time off in lieu.

The practice encourages growth, offering opportunities for continued education and career advancement.

The practice offers a supportive workplace, with several qualified GDP mentors, mental health first aiders, and well-being champions.

Benefits Package (pro rata):

Holidays are 6.6 weeks a year, including Bank Holidays, with a holiday buy-back scheme.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

1 paid day volunteering leave.

Corporate gym membership for £22.50/month and participation in the Cycle to Work scheme.

Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay.

Private medical insurance is available through group payroll deduction.

Team pets are welcome.

The practice is looking for a candidate who is passionate about animal care and is keen on working with a friendly and supportive team. If you are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a new and exciting opportunity, this role is perfect for you.

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