Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Ashford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary association is seeking experienced small animal vets to join their supportive team across two branches. Enjoy a balanced workweek with flexible arrangements, excellent facilities, and generous employee benefits. Join a community dedicated to animal care and professional growth.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

£1,250 CPD allowance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Discounted staff pet care

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Qualifications

• Experience in small animal practice is essential.
• Driver's licence required for branch travel.
• Knowledge of veterinary protocols and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent care to small animals at both branches.
• Work collaboratively with a skilled team.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Passion for veterinary care

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Calling all passionate experienced small animal vets! Are you ready for an exciting opportunity?

Find a place to excel

Based 50% in our main branch in Ashford and 50% in our New Romney branch - driving licence essential.

A Balanced Workweek: Our vets typically work 40 hours spread across 4 days, with one regular day off each week. No gruelling schedules here!

Tailored Flexibility: Open to discussing flexible arrangements that suit your needs, from part-time to shorter shifts.

Excellent facilities and equipment with onsite CT scanner, laparoscopy, ultrasound and endoscopy.

Shift pattern: 10 hour shifts, either 8-6.30, 9-7.30 or 10-8.30 with 8.30-11.30 every other Saturday morning in New Romney (shorter shift on the Friday). No OOH or on call.

Our supportive Team

Join a group of 9 skilled Veterinary Surgeons and 11 RVNs, one SVN and an ANA. We also have a supportive client care team as well as a dedicated insurance processor and bookings clerk. Visiting specialists available in orthopaedics, cardiology and ophthalmology, and three of our vets hold AVP certificates. Make use of our fantastic network that encourages knowledge sharing and growth.

Ready to embark on this rewarding journey with us? Let's talk about your aspirations and how we can make them a reality. Reach out today and let's start a new chapter together!

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

• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

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 CPD leave 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 £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

• Infection Prevention and Control Programme

• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership

• VDS cover

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers

• Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

• Discounted staff pet care