Registered Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Norwich - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary retailer in Norwich is seeking a Senior Veterinary Surgeon. The role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 per annum. This opportunity involves mentoring graduate veterinarians and ensuring high-quality clinical care. Benefits include relocation packages, private health insurance, and generous holiday allowances. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Veterinary Medicine and RCVS membership, with a passion for coaching and veterinary excellence.

Benefits

Relocation packages

Visa sponsorship

Private health insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Birthday off

Paid membership fees

Discount at Pets at Home

Qualifications

• Degree in Veterinary Medicine from a recognised university.
• Membership in the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
• Previous experience as a veterinary surgeon is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the veterinary team to manage a varied caseload.
• Deliver top class clinical standards and client care.
• Provide hands-on coaching and guidance to veterinarians.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to handle animals

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Membership in RCVS

Job description

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Surgeon seeking a fulfilling career opportunity? Sanctuary Personnel is excited to present a fantastic permanent Registered Veterinary Surgeon position with one of the UK’s largest veterinary retailers based in Norwich.

The role is offering a salary of £60,000 per annum.

As a Senior Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a crucial role in mentoring and guiding our veterinary team. Your primary focus will be to support the professional development of our new graduate veterinarians, ensuring they are well-equipped to provide top-quality care. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who enjoys teaching, coaching, and helping others achieve their full potential.

Main responsibilities:

• Leading the team to manage a varied caseload and demonstrate ownership of their actions
• Be responsible and accountable for the entire Veterinary team
• Deliver top class clinical standards and client care
• Responsible, accountable and confident in dealing with management of absence
• Cover gaps in vet rota when/if other cover is not available
• Assess and audit the Veterinary team regularly and take appropriate action immediately where necessary
• Responsible for all required Veterinary duties to be completed each day
• Confidently administer high level Veterinary care and monitor the progress of the animal
• Prioritise first aid/emergency actions to stabilise and prevent animal discomfort
• Interact effectively with the nursing team and understand importance of good nursing
• Confident in all routine and non-routine consultations
• Provide hands-on coaching and guidance to veterinarians and veterinary nurses, helping them develop clinical skills and confidence
• Design and deliver training sessions on the latest veterinary practices, procedures, and technologies.
• Offer ongoing support to team members, assisting with complex cases and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Assess the progress of team members and create tailored development plans to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Work closely with our practice management and clinical teams to ensure that all staff receive the support and training they need.

Benefits of this Veterinary Surgeon Job:

• An attractive salary from £60,000 (Dependant on experience)
• Your hours will be 30-40 hours per week, with no out of hours, and 1:5 weekends
• Relocation packages from within or outside the UK
• Visa sponsorship if required (we’re an A+ rated sponsor)
• Access to private health insurance upon successful completion of probationary period
• A contributory pension scheme
• 5.6 weeks initial holiday, rising to 6.6 weeks after 2 years’ service!
• Your birthday off (or a day within 2 weeks of your birthday)
• Paid membership fees
• Access to the reward hub which has colleague discounts and
• 20% discount at Pets at Home and the Groom Room

What we’re looking for from Veterinary Surgeon applicants:

• Degree in Veterinary Medicine from a recognised university.
• Membership in the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
• Previous experience as a veterinary surgeon is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary best practices and medical regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact positively with clients and their pets.
• Ability to handle a variety of animals safely and effectively.
• Willingness to continually upgrade knowledge and skills in veterinary medicine.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, apply now! Join a team that values your skills, passion, and commitment to providing top-notch veterinary care.

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