Saturday Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a Silver Cat-Friendly Clinic in Bournemouth, where your expertise as a Veterinary Surgeon will shine. This part-time role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment equipped with advanced tools like digital X-ray and ultrasound. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 6.6 weeks of annual leave and additional perks such as private medical insurance and a CPD allowance. You will be part of a caring team that values professional development and employee wellbeing, making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a fulfilling role, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

£1250 CPD allowance

Discounted staff pet care

Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

Pawsome Benefits - discounts and cashback

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a degree in Veterinary Medicine.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for small animals during Saturday morning shifts.
• Support and collaborate with nursing and administrative staff.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

In-house Lab Machines

Therapeutic Laser

Dental Radiography

Job description

We have a vacancy for a Veterinary Surgeon to work 4 hours a week every Saturday morning 8.30-12.30. No OOH.

A glimpse into our Silver Cat-Friendly Clinic

We are a first-opinion small animal practice in Bournemouth. Our site is equipped with digital X-ray and ultrasound. We have in-house lab machines, therapeutic laser, and dental radiography. We are also a silver Cat-Friendly Clinic.

We are located on the south coast close to great beaches and a short drive to the new forest. We are situated close to Bournemouth and Poole town centre with great transport links.

Find a team that cares

What is our unique selling point? It could be the buildings, possibly the equipment or the location, but in reality, it is our people, made up of vets, nurses, receptionists, and admin team that makes Aniwell such a great practice.

We are well-staffed with a high ratio of qualified Veterinary nurses, student nurses, receptionists, and support staff. We have an RVN studying for her anaesthesia certificate and a nurse who holds a certificate in ECC.

You will be supported by two nurses and a receptionist. There would also be the opportunity for additional flexible hours in the week.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

1. 6.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

1. Private medical insurance
2. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
3. Cycle to Work scheme
4. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
5. Non-accidental injury support

Development

1. £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid pro rata
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund (pro rata)
7. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
8. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. BVA membership
2. VDS cover
3. RCVS fees

Additional

1. Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
2. Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
3. Discounted staff pet care

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Aniwell Veterinary Clinic, Kinson

1506 Wimborne Road, Kinson, Bournemouth, BH11 9AD, United Kingdom

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Animals treated

Small animals

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