Veterinary Surgeon

Tempus Recruitment; Worthing; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their dynamic team in Worthing. This full-time role offers a balanced 4-day work week with 10-hour shifts, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. The practice is known for its commitment to personalized patient care, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will possess MRCVS certification and a passion for community veterinary services. With generous benefits like enhanced parental leave and substantial holiday time, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow in their veterinary career while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Generously funded CPD

Standard pension benefit

40% staff discount for personal pets

Generous holiday (7 weeks)

Occupational health resources

Enhanced parental leave (6 months paid at 90%)

Enhanced sickness benefit (2 weeks at 100%)

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with practical experience in diagnostics.
• Interest in leadership development and community veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first-class care and create tailored treatment plans.
• Contribute to a collaborative approach to veterinary care.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Diagnostics

Leadership Skills

Emergency Care

Education

MRCVS Certification

Advanced Practitioner Status

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The Package

• Generously funded CPD (Certificate funding available)
• Standard pension benefit
• 40% staff discount for personal pets
• Generous holiday (7 weeks, including bank holidays)
• Occupational health resources, including mental health support
• Enhanced parental leave (6 months paid at 90%)
• Enhanced sickness benefit (2 weeks at 100%)

Job Description

Our client is an independently owned small group seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their team at a busy branch clinic located in Worthing. This is a full-time position with a 4-day working week, consisting of 10-hour shifts (various shift times between 7:30 am and 7:30 pm), totaling 40 hours per week. The role includes an equal rota for emergency care (1 in 6 weekends and bank holidays) with 2 days off in lieu for any weekends worked. The practice is open to considering part-time applicants and is flexible regarding working hours.

The practice provides exceptional, personalised continuity of care to its patients in a warm, welcoming environment. The team values inclusivity and collaboration, ensuring everyone is respected and valued. With a focus on community care, this practice combines clinical freedom with a commitment to delivering high-quality veterinary services with a personal touch.

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you will be responsible for delivering first-class care, performing diagnostics, and creating treatment plans tailored to the needs of each patient. The role also includes contributing to the practice’s collaborative approach to care and supporting other team members. An interest in developing leadership skills or achieving a certificate will be highly supported.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS) with practical experience in veterinary medicine and diagnostics. Advanced Practitioner status or an interest in obtaining a certificate would be an advantage. The practice is committed to developing vets and enhancing their skills, especially those with a passion for community veterinary care.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Veterinary Services