Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Alphavet Veterinary Centre Risca Branch; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Newport is seeking a passionate Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth through CPD initiatives. Enjoy a supportive environment with dedicated colleagues and state-of-the-art facilities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

£1250 CPD allowance

Learning development opportunities

BVA membership

Pension scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experience with orthopaedic work is a plus.
• Commitment to high clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Consult, operate, and treat patients.
• Work collaboratively with a dedicated team.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Teamwork

Clinical Excellence

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Salary up to £75,000 DOE

Welcome bonus up to £5,000

Join Our Team as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Are you an experienced and dedicated Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for high clinical standards and a drive for excellence? If so, we'd love to welcome you to our growing Alphavet team.

Why Join Us?

*Dual location: You'll have the opportunity to work at both our Risca and Langstone sites offering excellent clinic exposure.

*Versatility: You can choose to consult, operate, and treat inpatients, or opt for a consulting-only role if that suits your preference.

*Clinical Exposure: We have the ability to offer brilliant Orthopaedic work ups so if you’re a GP Vet with an interest in Orthopaedics this could be an exceptional opportunity for you.

*Teamwork: Our team believes in a fair share of operating shifts to foster case follow-through and personal skill development.

*Growth Opportunities: We offer training to be a part of our laparoscopic service.

*Knowledge Sharing: Benefit from our multiple certificate holders and in-house referral service for personal development and knowledge sharing 24/7 Support:

*We are proud to be the only practice in the UK with a 24/7 Vets Now OOH service, enhancing our patient care capabilities.

Find Flexibility with Alphavets

We can offer you flexibility in your rota, our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.

Our typical working hours:

*We have an average working week of 40 hours.

*The typical working day runs from 8am to 6:45pm.

*A fair rota share of 1 in 5 Saturdays from 8am to 12:30pm.

Our Facilities

Since being opened in 1996, we've invested heavily in state-of-the-art facilities to better serve our patients and their owners. We've gone from strength to strength thanks to the support of the local pet-owning community.

*Risca: Equipped with 3 consulting rooms, digital x-rays, ultrasound, In-house lab, sterilisation room and state-of-the-art dental equipment.

*Langstone: Recently refurbished with separate dog and cat wards, dental suite, X-ray/Ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and advanced orthopaedic and spinal equipment.

An Exceptional Team

You’d be welcomed by our dedicated team of 3 Veterinary Surgeons who are supported by experienced nurses and committed reception staff. We have a wealth of knowledge with RCVS advanced practitioners, surgical certificate holders and we have a real passion for encouraging and supporting all personal development, including gaining certificates. We are and always have been invested in creating a safe and positive culture at Alphavets. A key part of that is how our management team have an open-door policy, ensuring transparency and equal opportunities for all.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey with our friendly and passionate team, apply now and be a part of Alphavet's commitment to outstanding Veterinary care and join a work place that truly invests in you.

Because our people 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

*Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service

*Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Private Medical Insurance

*Cycle to Work scheme

*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership

*Non-accidental injury support

Development

*£1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid CPD leave pro rata

*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

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*BVA membership

*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