Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Lichfield is seeking a dedicated veterinarian to join their compassionate team. The role offers excellent clinical opportunities with a supportive work environment, flexible scheduling, and numerous benefits including CPD funding and private medical insurance. The practice emphasizes work-life balance, making it an appealing workplace for veterinary professionals who value quality care and community involvement.

Benefits

6.6 weeks of annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• Veterinary qualifications and experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work both in surgery and preventative medicine.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a balanced caseload in surgery and clinical medicine.
• Provide exceptional care and support for both animals and their owners.
• Participate in the shared Saturday rota.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

At Grange Hill Veterinary Centre, we're looking for a talented individual to join our compassionate and experienced team. Here, you'll find not only excellent clinical opportunities but also a genuinely supportive work environment. The role offers a well-balanced and exciting caseload, split between surgery and medicine. For those who may need it, we can provide temporary accommodation in a self-contained one-bedroom flat located next door to the practice.

Shape Your Schedule: Flexibility that Works for You!

We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career, and we want to make it easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you. Typically, a full-time role involves working 40 hours per week over 4 days, plus our shared Saturday rota (1:3). Saturday shifts are from 08:45 to 14:45. There is no out-of-hours or on-call requirement for this role.

More about us

Our team is a key strength, including 2.5 permanent vets, 1 head RVN, 4 RVNs, 1 SVN, 2 receptionists, and 1 Practice Manager. We have a range of equipment including 4 spacious consult rooms, a fully equipped operating theatre, imaging room with ultrasound and X-ray machines, and brand-new Dental X-ray facilities, all with plenty of natural daylight. Our extensive internal lab allows for same-day results on many tests. We also have a separate euthanasia room for compassionate farewells. Our OOH service is provided by Pool House Veterinary Hospital, just a short drive away. Located on the outskirts of Lichfield in the countryside, we offer a good-sized free car park, a staff kitchen, and outside seating for breaks.

Hear from our team

"I have worked at Grange Hill for 18 months and loved every minute. I was recently promoted to Head Nurse, which was an easy decision leading such a great team. We pride ourselves on professionalism and treating all patients as our own. We have a good work/life balance and a friendly atmosphere with our clients." - Helen, Head RVN

An excellent place to live and work

Lichfield is a vibrant city with many bars and eateries, surrounded by beautiful countryside, close to Cannock Chase and Chase Water, ideal for long dog walks. It has good road and rail links to Birmingham (about 20 miles away) and other major cities.

Because our people matter

We value our team highly, investing in our staff, facilities, and processes. Benefits include:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks of annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay)
• Wellbeing initiatives

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance plus 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata)
• Certificate support
• Learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for vets and nurses
• £1250 annual Care Fund for vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars Schemes
• Voluntary benefits and discounts with retailers
• Discounted pet treatment at IVC practices