Veterinary Surgeon

Quarryhouse Vets; Torquay, Highweek, Shaldon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local independent veterinary practice is seeking a full-time vet in Torquay. The role involves consultations, surgeries, and working with exotic animals. New Graduates are welcome, providing mentorship in a supportive team. The position includes a diverse caseload and good work-life balance, with 5 weeks holiday and additional perks.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + your birthday off

RCVS fees and VDS cover paid

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted veterinary fees

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• New Graduates are welcome to apply.
• Good communication skills for consultations and teamwork.
• Willingness to work with exotic animals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct consultations and work up cases.
• Perform general surgeries and basic imaging.
• Shared duties across local clinics.

Job description

Wage to be discussed & dependent on experience. New Graduate welcome.

Full Time

Quarry House Vets are a local independent small animal veterinary practice that treat exotics. We have clinics in Torquay, Newton Abbot & Teignmouth. We are RCVS accredited, RWAF awarded for rabbit welfare & knowledge and are a veterinary nurse training practice.

We undertake a wide range of surgical procedures including BOAS, dentals and have the latest in-house laboratory equipment. You can find out more about our services here.

We have a strong, friendly and supportive team including a nursing team of 5 with over 50 combined years of experience. Meet our team.

This position involves carrying out consultations, working up cases, performing general surgery and basic imaging, plus visits to our animal charity partner.

Consultation appointments are taken at all 3 of our local clinics, these duties are shared between our vets and are run by appointment only with the exception of emergencies. Operations are undertaken at our Torquay surgery.

• Interesting and diverse caseload with some exotic patients
• Good work life balance
• 4 and 5 day weeks with some shared Saturday and Bank Holiday work
• No OOH work after 7pm
• 5 weeks holiday + your birthday off
• RCVS fees and VDS cover paid
• Vet GPD // 1-1 mentoring for New Grads
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Free on-site parking

To apply for this opportunity please email [e-mail] with your CV and a covering letter.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Quarry House Vets is committed in providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants.

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marriage status, national origin, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

If assistance or accommodations are required for individuals with disabilities, it is available upon request. Please email [e-mail] with the details of your request and your contact information.

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