OOH Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Group UK; Hadlow Down; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS & VDS fees paid

Generous CPD allowance and fullyfunded

33 days holiday

CVS Pension Scheme

Vet Oracle telemedicine access

Health cash plan

Wellbeing Champions

Staff pet care discounts

Job summary

CVS Vets 24/7 Lisburn is seeking an OOH Veterinary Surgeon at Cromlyn House Veterinary Hospital, Hillsborough, Northern Ireland. The role offers a competitive salary up to £75,000 FTE and a 32.09-hour week rota, including weekend shifts. You will join a high performing team dedicated to exceptional animal care.

At CVS, you will have access to market-leading learning, on the job training and collaboration with skilled colleagues to grow clinically and in leadership or specialist pathways.

Qualifications

• OOH veterinary surgery experience is desirable.
• Ability to handle surgical and medical cases and diagnostics.
• Strong client communication and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Take on surgical and medical cases and perform diagnostic investigations with precision.
• Support and mentor team members to maintain clinical standards.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and patients.

Job description

OOH Veterinary Surgeon, CVS Vets 24/7 Lisburn, Cromlyn House Veterinary Hospital, Hillsborough, Northern Ireland.

Salary up to £75,000 per annum FTE, Depending on experience.

The Cromlyn House Veterinary Hospital has a new OOH's Veterinary Surgeon position available in their high performing team.

Rota: 32.09 hours a week. (Weekend shift Saturday & Sunday – 1 week on – 2 weeks off – 1 week on – 2 weeks off – repeat.)

At CVS, we put our colleagues first, giving you the support you need to provide the best possible care. From clinical to non-clinical challenges, you'll always have the resources and teams alongside you. We'll be your biggest supporter it's in our nature.

With market leading learning, on the job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues, you'll have the tools to grow whether you're building confidence early in your career or looking to deepen your expertise. From advancing in your current role to exploring new leadership or specialist pathways, we provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve your goals

Life at CVS Vets 24/7 Lisburn

Cromlyn House Veterinary Hospital was first established in 1985. Over the years we have grown and expanded our services, and we now proudly work alongside our Cert AVP and Specialist colleagues at Hillsborough Veterinary Referrals, and MiNight Vets Hillsborough, who share the building with us.

Alongside our state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, our friendly and experienced veterinary team provides the highest quality of veterinary care to the pets of our bonded and dedicated clients: from regular check-ups and routine procedures, to keyhole surgery and advanced imaging procedures.

The practice is modern, set in pleasant surroundings with easy parking, and benefits from an engaged and loyal client base supported by exciting new loyalty schemes. The ideal candidate will enjoy building strong client relationships and provide the most appropriate level of care for each patient. Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities are also available.

About You

• Driven by shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals, you're committed to delivering outstanding care to support our patients and their owners.
• Confident in your clinical skills, you'll be able to take on surgical and medical cases and carry out diagnostic investigations with precision.
• Keen to develop, you're committed to gaining further confidence in clinical skills so that you can manage or lead on different case types
• A natural mentor and team player, you'll enjoy supporting and inspiring all colleagues to help them thrive. Providing ongoing support to team members with opportunities for progression.
• Client care comes naturally to you, you know how to create a positive, reassuring experience that builds trust and long-lasting relationships.
• As an experienced vet you'll be comfortable handling a varied caseload, offering guidance to the wider team and contributing to shaping clinical standards.

The Benefits

At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join our team, you'll receive (pro-rated for PT and fixed term):

• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered
• Up to 33 days holiday (with option to buy/sell)
• CVS Pension Scheme
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food and medications

Join us at CVS

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.

Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.