Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC

British Veterinary Association; Neath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a well-equipped small animal practice in Neath. This part-time veterinary surgeon role offers a flexible work-life balance, with opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment. You will be part of a team committed to providing gold standard care to clients and their pets. With a focus on wellbeing and development, including a generous CPD allowance and various employee benefits, this role is perfect for a qualified veterinary professional looking to grow in their career while making a difference in the lives of animals and their owners.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with experience in small animal practice.
• Experience in soft tissue surgery and ultrasound is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to small animal patients across two practices.
• Support and mentor junior staff while ensuring excellent patient outcomes.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Soft Tissue Surgery

Orthopaedics

Ultrasound

Cytology

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Ultrasound

Endoscope

Multiparameter Anaesthetic Monitoring

Job description

Here at Forest Veterinary Group, we are looking for a part time veterinary surgeon to join our growing team, to be based across both of our practices in Skewen and Port Talbot. This is fixed term contract for a minimum of 8 months.

Work life balance that works for you

This is a part time position where you will ideally work up to 30 hours over 3 days with 1 in 5 Saturday mornings, 9am-12pm. We understand that work life balance is important, and our people are at the heart of everything we do, so we are flexible and open to a discussion.

Our practice

We are a small animal practice with two sites, focused on providing compassionate, high-quality care for both our clients and patients. Our practices are well-equipped for the best possible patient care, including a brand-new ultrasound, endoscope, multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring, and more.

Join our supportive team

At Forest Vets, we value our team, and everyone feels supported. Our qualified clinicians are ready to support you in your development, and have over 15+ years of experience and a broad range of clinical experience and interests, including soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, ultrasound, cytology and more.

Our team is committed and passionate, providing gold standard care to our clients and their pets, and includes a dedicated mental health first aider.

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 - Pro Rata

Work-life balance

1. 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

1. Private Medical Insurance
2. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
3. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
4. Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

1. £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
7. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
8. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. BVA membership
2. VDS cover
3. RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

1. Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
2. Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
3. Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
4. Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
5. Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Forest Veterinary Group, Neath

144 New Road, Skewen, Neath, SA10 6HH, United Kingdom

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Animals treated

Small animals

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