Experienced Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Zetland Vet Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary clinic that prioritizes patient care and employee wellbeing. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work in a busy hospital environment, focusing on inpatient care and medicine work-ups while also allowing for consultation time. With a supportive team and a commitment to professional development, you will thrive in an environment that values your skills and contributions. Enjoy a generous annual leave package, private medical insurance, and a CPD allowance to further your career. This is a chance to make a real impact in the veterinary field while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD Allowance

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Pet Treatment

Enhanced Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess ultrasound skills and be willing to complete a supporting certificate.
• A veterinary degree is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Focus on inpatient care and medicine work-ups two days a week.
• Conduct consultations while managing a diverse caseload.

Skills

Ultrasound Skills

Endoscopic Skills

Consultation Skills

Education

Veterinary Degree

Certificate in Surgery

Certificate in Small Animal Medicine

Job description

Find the next step in your career

A rare opportunity has arisen to take on an exciting role within a busy hospital clinic, primarily focusing on inpatient care and medicine work-ups two days a week. This role is ideal for colleagues looking to utilize their ultrasound or endoscopic skills while maintaining some consult time to build their caseload. Our caseload is diverse and high-level in-house.

Be part of something great!

The role is mainly based at our Zetland Road hospital, with some consulting shifts at our smaller Clifton branch nearby. We have a welcoming team across 8 Bristol sites, led by an experienced Clinical Director and Senior Vets, many with over a decade at the practice. You will receive support from colleagues with Certificates in Surgery and Small Animal Medicine, as well as certificates in-progress and expertise in areas like Behaviour, Herbal Medicine, and Acupuncture.

About the role

1. Your working week will be over four days, including shared weekend shifts.
2. No night duties or bank holiday work, as our Redland Hospital hosts the Vets Now Bristol Clinic.
3. The shift involves two days focusing on inpatient care and medicine work-ups, with 2 hours of consults at the end of the day, and two days dedicated to consulting only.
4. We prefer a full-time candidate, with 39.5 hours over 4 days, with a fixed day off on Mondays.
5. Both full and part-time applicants are considered; candidates should have a certificate or practical ultrasound skills (especially abdominal) and be willing to complete a supporting certificate.

Because our people matter

We value our team and invest in our people, facilities, and processes. Benefits include:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional holiday for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
• Wellbeing initiatives

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata)
• Certificate support
• Learning opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for vets and nurses
• £1250 annual Care Fund for vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with IVC contribution
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars Schemes
• Flexible voluntary benefits and discounts
• Discounted pet treatment at IVC practices

We are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

Salary up to £65,000 DOE FTE