Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Barrow Hill Veterinary Centre - Ashford; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the UK is seeking an experienced small animal vet. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000, a balanced workweek, and excellent facilities including an onsite CT scanner. Candidates should have a driving licence to travel between two branches. Flexible arrangements can be discussed. Join a supportive team dedicated to professional development and well-being.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

£1,250 CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Discounts on pet care

Qualifications

• Passionate and experienced small animal vet required.
• Driving licence essential for travel between branches.
• Flexibility in working arrangements desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care across two branches in Ashford and New Romney.
• Work 40 hours over 4 days with one regular day off each week.
• Use excellent facilities with onsite CT scanner and other modern equipment.

Job description

Overview

Calling all passionate experienced small animal vets! 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. 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 - 18:30, 9 -19:30 or 10:00 - 20:30 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 employee’s 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.

What you get

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 (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay), Cycle to Work scheme, wellbeing initiatives, 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, Vetlexicon access, research funding opportunities, Care Fund allowance, Infection Prevention and Control Programme, Quality Improvement Programme
• Professional Memberships: BVA membership, VDS cover
• Additional: Pawsome Benefits with discounts and cashback, Pension (5% Employee/3% Employer), discounted staff pet care
• Up to £60,000 DOE