Veterinary Referral Clinician - Orthopaedic Surgeon

VC Evidensia UK; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Orthopaedic Surgeon to join a progressive team in a state-of-the-art facility. This full-time position offers a balanced work schedule, allowing for personal time while delivering exceptional care to animals. With access to advanced medical technology and a supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills further. The role includes a competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development support. If you are passionate about veterinary care and looking to work in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday holiday entitlement

£2000 CPD allowance

Support for further qualifications

Research funding opportunities

Pawsome Benefits discount program

5% Employee Pension

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a surgical caseload and working within a team.
• Board-eligible or certified in veterinary surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical care and manage cases in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Contribute to weekend surgical rota and maintain a work-life balance.

Skills

Orthopaedic Surgery

Team Collaboration

Case Management

Education

Veterinary Degree

ECVS Board Certification

Tools

MRI

CT Scanner

Endoscopy Equipment

Job description

Veterinary Referral Clinician - Orthopaedic Surgeon

This is an exciting opportunity for a referral Orthopaedic surgeon to join us on a Full Time basis. Applicants should have experience of managing and developing their caseload, and be keen to work as part of an experienced, progressive team. You will benefit from working in a multi-disciplinary hospital amongst a highly skilled team of clinicians, RVNs and Animal Care Assistants as we continue to provide an excellent standard of patient care to animals and owners across the North East.

What sets us apart

We are supported by a fantastic team of dedicated surgical nurses, including several certificate and diploma holders. We are a friendly, sociable team with a good work ethic and great teamwork.

In addition to the surgical department, we have highly experienced medicine, cardiology, and ECC departments, including an ultrasonographer, radiographer and residency-trained cardiologist. We offer referrals in soft tissue surgery including laparoscopy and thoracoscopy, orthopaedics including total hip replacements, neurology/neurosurgery, internal medicine, oncology, cardiology and ECC.

Our ECC department provides 24-hour care to both our inpatients and emergency OOH cover for other local practices, ensuring that our patients receive the highest level of care regardless of the time of day or night.

We offer excellent facilities, including a 1.5T MRI, 160 slice Canon CT, fluoroscopy, laparoscopy/thoracoscopy, arthroscopy, flexible and rigid endoscopy, digital radiography and in house laboratory.

Our hospital is located just outside Newcastle-upon-Tyne, within easy reach of the city as well as being close to the stunning Northumberland coastline and the Northumberland National Park, making it an ideal location for those of us with a love of the outdoors.

Hours aimed to achieve a work-life balance

A full-time position involves a 40-hour week over 4 days with a regular day off each week. We are looking for applicants who are willing to contribute towards our 1:5 weekend surgical rota with 2 days off in lieu the following week.

We are open to discussing part-time options as well.

We welcome applications from ECVS boarded, or board-eligible clinicians, as well as experienced certificate holders in surgery, with a bias in experience towards Orthopaedics.

Because our employees 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

• 6.6 weeks annual leave pro rata
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Development

• £2000 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
• Support for further qualifications
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets gets £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

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

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, 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.

Northumberland Business Park West, Cramlington, NE23 7RH, United Kingdom

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Ciaran Connolly from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.