Small Animal Vet with Medical Bias - Up to £70k DOE

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Cardiff is looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with a medical bias. This role is ideal for a confident veterinarian eager to work in a dynamic environment with advanced facilities. The practice offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum and a fully loaded benefits package, including support for clinical development and well-being initiatives. Enjoy a vibrant city lifestyle with easy access to the Brecon Beacons.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and paternity cover

Paid volunteering day

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Confident, experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for medicine and imaging.
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to support colleagues' development.
• Experience with complex medical cases and proficiency in scanning/endoscopy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic team at an RCVS-Accredited hospital providing 24/7 services.
• Manage complex cases in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Participate in team development and improve skills with supported certificate studies.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience in managing complex medical cases

Proficiency in scanning and endoscopy

Education

Veterinary qualification

Certificate or Advanced Practitioner status

Job description

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with Medical Bias

Location: Cardiff, Wales

Job Details:

The client is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with a medical bias to join their team at an RCVS-Accredited hospital. This role is ideal for a veterinary professional with a passion for medicine and imaging, eager to work in a dynamic environment providing 24/7 services. The hospital boasts advanced facilities, allowing complex cases to be managed in-house.

About the Role:

• Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum, reflective of skills and experience.
• Work Pattern: Full-time, with part-time considered. A 4-day week with one 9-hour weekend shift every 5 weeks and one bank holiday shift per year.
• Hours: 38.1 hours per week, including weekend and bank holiday shifts.
• No on-call duties due to a dedicated night service.
• Certificate study and clinical development are fully supported.

Candidate Requirements:

• The ideal candidate is a confident, experienced Veterinary Surgeon, preferably holding a certificate or Advanced Practitioner status.
• They should have excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting colleagues' development.
• Experience in managing complex medical cases and proficiency in scanning and endoscopy are preferred.

Benefits:

They are offering a fully loaded benefits package that includes the items you would expect, with a few extras, which include:

• Enhanced maternity and paternity cover.
• Paid volunteering day.
• Health and wellbeing support.

About the Practice:

The practice is a multi-disciplinary site encouraging collaboration between first opinion and ECC teams. It invests in both team development and state-of-the-art equipment, including CT scanning, advanced ultrasonography, endosurgery facilities, and more. The practice culture values team wellbeing and encourages professional growth.

Location Benefits:

Situated in South Wales, the practice offers easy commuting to Cardiff and the surrounding areas. The locale provides a vibrant city experience, coastal tranquility, and access to outdoor activities in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Job Reference: JN-072025-32774