Veterinary Surgeon - Senior OOH HDU

Hamilton Specialist Referrals; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern veterinary hospital just outside High Wycombe is seeking a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to lead emergency and out-of-hours cases. The role involves guiding a team and providing specialized care for cats and dogs. Experience in emergency environments is essential. The hospital offers competitive salaries, extensive benefits including 6.6 weeks of annual leave, CPD opportunities, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

6.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Relocation allowance

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in Emergency, OOH, or Referral environment.
• Comfortable with emergency medical, neurological, and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinician on shift for OOH and emergency cases.
• Support team members and liaise with the OOH Nurse Team Leader.
• Ensure top-tier care for patients.

Skills

Emergency case handling

Surgical procedures

Management experience

Communication skills

Education

Cert AVP ECC

Job description

Overview

Situated just outside of High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, Hamilton Specialist Referrals is a purpose built state-of-the-art veterinary hospital which provides the latest in cutting edge, specialist treatments for cats and dogs, supported by an exceptional rehabilitation and physiotherapy facility. We understand the value of your expertise and commitment, which is why we offer industry-leading salaries, in line with your level of experience.

By joining our team at Hamilton Specialist Referrals, you will be integral to our mission, dedicated to delivering top-tier care to our patients. You will provide the professional services expected of a Senior Veterinary Surgeon in dealing with OOH and emergency cases received within normal hours, referring Vets and other OOH providers. You will be the lead figure on shift, supporting your team and liaising with the OOH Nurse Team Leader to ensure the best quality care for your patients. You will have experience of working in an Emergency, OOH or Referral environment and are comfortable with being potentially the first port of call for emergency medical, neurological, and surgical procedures.

What you need to join our team

• Experienced OOH clinicians with relevant management experience who are comfortable leading a service or are ready to step up into a senior role.
• Holding a Cert AVP ECC is an advantage, as is experience within a referral hospital.
• Above all, you should be a surgeon who shares our vision and values.

Work pattern

A full-time position will offer 4 days on and 8 days off, but we are open to discussion of part time. Shifts will run from 8pm-9am and include some weekend nights and bank holidays. We will also consider part time, weekend day shifts and flexibility requests in the interest of supporting a healthy work-life balance for our team.

Why choose us?

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. Along with a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• 6.6 Weeks Annual Leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Relocation allowance

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support
• Private medical insurance

Development

• £1500 CPD allowance
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopedia provider
• All our vets & nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection prevention and control programme
• Quality improvement programme

Professional Memberships

• 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

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.

Competitive salary