Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

South Lincs Vet Group, Sutterton Veterinary Hospital; Algarkirk; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Algarkirk is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. Responsibilities include providing medical and surgical care, engaging in a high orthopaedic caseload, and collaborating with a supportive team. The practice offers a well-equipped hospital, opportunities for professional development, and comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and generous CPD allowance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Company pension

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with experience in medical and surgical care.
• Interest in orthopaedics and imaging would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary medical and surgical care with a mix of consulting and operating duties.
• Engage in a high orthopaedic caseload and opportunities to develop skills.
• Collaborate with a team of 15 vets and support staff.

Skills

Surgical skills

Orthopaedic knowledge

Imaging expertise

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Digital x-ray

Ultrasound

CT scanner

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity due to expansion, for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our team here at South Lincs Vet Group. This role is based at our Sutterton hospital with shifts at branch practices. There is a large and varied caseload of both medical and surgical cases. Duties are split between consulting and operating, with a high orthopaedic caseload through the practice and room to develop skills in this area. An interest in imaging would be encouraged. The rota patterns are flexible to support work-life balance: 40 hours, 4 days per week, 2 blocks of 4-night shifts per year, and a 1:8 weekend rota.

We are a friendly, experienced, and supportive team committed to high standards of clinical care. The practice has a spacious, well-equipped hospital and four satellite branches with top-class imaging and extensive surgical and orthopaedic equipment. We run our own dedicated night service for our own clients and other local practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary medical and surgical care with a mix of consulting and operating duties.
• Engage in a high orthopaedic caseload and opportunities to develop skills in this area; encourage interest in imaging.
• Contribute to daily clinical rounds and hospital case discussions; support hospital staff and students.
• Utilise the hospital's imaging capabilities (digital x-ray, ultrasound, CT, etc.) and surgical facilities.
• Maintain high standards of clinical care and patient welfare.
• Collaborate with a team of 15 vets and supportive nursing and administrative staff.

Team and Development

Within our team of 15 vets, there are colleagues pursuing further qualifications in soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, and ophthalmology. Staff include Registered and Student Veterinary Nurses and various support staff. Opportunities for development include CPD, certificates, and access to the IVC Evidensia Academy and Vetlexicon.

Benefits and Inclusion

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
• Private Medical Insurance; Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay.
• CPD: £1250 allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata; certificate support; learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy; access to Vetlexicon; research funding eligibility; Care Fund with £1250 per annum to spend.
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme.
• Professional Memberships: BVA, VDS cover, RCVS fees.
• Colleague Benefits: company pension with employer contribution; Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes; voluntary benefits and retailer discounts; discounted pet treatment at IVC Evidensia practices.
• Commitment to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging; Disability Confident Employer with discussion of reasonable adjustments in recruitment.