Veterinary Surgeon - Emergency Out of Hours - FTC

Grove Lodge Veterinary Group; Derby; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in Derby seeks an Emergency Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon for a 9-month fixed-term contract. This role provides an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse caseload, including emergency surgeries. Benefits include competitive salary, extensive leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Birthday as a paid day off

Private medical insurance

£1,250 CPD allowance with paid leave

Discounted staff pet care

Pension plan

Relocation allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in OOH or a rotating internship preferred.
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment with excellent patient care standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing inpatients and perform emergency surgeries.
• Handle diverse and steady caseload during out of hours.

Skills

Emergency Care

Surgical Skills

Client Care

Job description

Scarsdale Vets Pride Park, Derby is looking for an Emergency Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon to join their team on a 9 Month Fixed Term Contract.

This role is a unique opportunity to see a diverse and steady case load as we cover OOH for our own practices and a number of surrounding practices. If you enjoy ECC and the challenge of non-routine cases then this role could be exactly what you are looking for. We have an excellent range of facilities and equipment which contribute to a high standard of patient care.

Your role will involve looking after the existing inpatients and undertaking procedures/emergency surgery as required e.g., foreign body removal, GDV, C- Section, dressing changes.

This is a unique way of working which is perfect for someone looking to increase their exposure to an ECC caseload while following a supportive 7 on, 14 off rota pattern.

The Team

The main hospital is based at Pride Park in Derby and is home to a busy first opinion practice, a multidisciplinary referral service and an out-of-hours service. We have 8 practice sites in addition to the hospital.

We have a talented and enthusiastic experienced team of veterinary surgeons supported by an exceptional team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, Veterinary Care Assistants and Client Care Advisors.

All our stand-alone practices are RCVS approved. Our main hospital is well equipped with a CT scanner, MRI, Advanced Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Digital X-ray, Dental radiography, and multiple surgical suites, as well as an onsite hydrotherapy & rehabilitation centre and our multi-disciplinary specialist led referral service.

Applicant Requirements

Previous experience in OOH or in a rotating internship would be advantageous but ultimately we are looking for people who thrive in a fast paced, challenging yet supportive environment, where first class patient care is at the core of everything we do.

Why not come and visit us, see our fantastic hospital, and meet some of the team, we could be just the opportunity you have been looking for!

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)

• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata (Pro Rata)

• Certificate support

• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

• All our Vets get £1,250 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 giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

• Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

• Discounted staff pet care

• Relocation allowance

At IVC Evidensia we are a 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.

Competitive Package