Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC

VC Evidensia UK; Neath, Skewen, Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team at a small animal practice that values work-life balance and employee wellbeing. As a part-time veterinary surgeon, you will provide exceptional care to pets and their owners while benefiting from flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment. With a commitment to quality and innovation, this practice offers modern facilities and a culture that prioritizes employee support and development. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and want to make a positive impact, this role is an exciting opportunity to grow in your career while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD allowance

Certificate support

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with experience in small animal practice.
• Knowledge of soft tissue surgery and ultrasound techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animals.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of experienced clinicians.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Soft Tissue Surgery

Ultrasound

Cytology

Orthopaedics

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Endoscope

Anaesthetic Monitoring Equipment

Job description

Forest Veterinary Group, Neath, Neath, Wales

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 a 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, 9 am - 12 pm. 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:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours 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 £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

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

Forest Veterinary Group, Neath

Speak to Megan Dawson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.