Permanent Veterinary Surgeon

Recruit4vets; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A small animal practice in Derby is seeking a veterinary surgeon to join their dedicated team. The role involves providing high standard care across two branches with flexible working hours. A competitive salary with extensive benefits is offered, supporting professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays

CPD/Training support

Health Shield contributions for well-being treatments

RCVS Membership plus two professional subscriptions

VDS cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Employee perks and cashback offers

Qualifications

• Experience in small animal practice is essential.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration.
• Flexibility in work hours considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-opinion care across two practice locations.
• Work a flexible 40-hour week with weekend responsibilities.
• Potential for sole charge and development opportunities.

Skills

General practice skill set

Job description

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• They are a two-site small animal practice located in the East and South of Derby.
• They pride themselves in providing a high standard of first-opinion care.
• They have a fantastic team of 8 vets, supported by brilliant RVNs, SVNs, ACAs, and front-of-house team members.

Role : Our client is seeking a veterinary surgeon with a strong general practice skill set to join their friendly team.

• You will work a 40-hour week, ideally over 4 days with 10-hour day shifts 09:00-19:00. This is flexible for the right candidate.
• Weekends will be worked 1 full weekend in 7 (Saturday 09:00-17:00 Sunday 10:00-16:00) and 1 Saturday morning in 7 (09:00-12:00). You will have variable days off.
• Ideally, this will be a full-time role, but they will consider part-time hours for the right candidate.

Sole Charge : There is also potential for sole charge.

Branch Work : You will be expected to work between their two branches in Derby.

Salary: The salary ranges up to £60,000 p/a commensurate with experience

• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays with the option to purchase additional weeks
• CPD/ Training support
• Health Shield: Wide-ranging contributions for health and well-being treatments, from dentistry to sports massage
• RCVS Membership plus two other professional membership subscriptions
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• My Perks offers, discounts, and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment, and much more