Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - West Yorkshire

Richmond House Veterinary Centre; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

A local veterinary practice in Dewsbury is seeking a compassionate part-time veterinary surgeon to join their team. The role involves a mix of consultations and surgical procedures, offering a flexible schedule to ensure a good work-life balance. They provide a supportive work environment with a focus on professional development and well-being.

Benefits

£1250 CPD allowance

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary surgeon.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily consultations and surgical procedures.
• Participate in a flexible rota and work-life balance.
• Ensure patient welfare and team collaboration.

Skills

Compassionate care

Veterinary knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Up to £56,000 pro rata DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000, Welcome Bonus up to £2000

We have an exciting opportunity at Richmond House, and we can’t wait to welcome a new compassionate and enthusiastic individual to join our amazing team. This role comes with a varied caseload and offers a mix of consultations and surgical procedures daily

Work life balance that works for you

We are proud to say our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours truly tips the scale on your work life balance. We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it brilliantly easy for you to strike the right balance. This role is part time 20 hours per week working Monday and Friday 9-7pm however, we are open to discussing other part time options that may work better for you.

Shape the future of Richmond House

We are a single site practice with huge potential and development opportunities, we are equipped with digital x-ray incorporating the services of SignalPET, ultrasound machine, dental machine, multi-parameter, in-house IDEXX laboratory machines and laboratory equipment. We’re always keen to invest in the practice and our team with additional kit and facilities and are proud to announce we are currently undergoing refurbishment.

Our proud team is composed of 1 experienced full time veterinary surgeon, 1 proactive registered veterinary nurse, 2 fantastic animal care assistants and 3 amazing, experienced support staff. The practice is also supported by Richmond’s committed Area Director and Area Support Manager so that you can hit the ground running from day one! We see this as a fantastic opportunity for someone to lay solid foundations and shape a bright future for the practice.

The practice is in the market town of Dewsbury which lies on the river Calder and on the arm of the Calder and Hebble Navigation waterway. Dewsbury is also dominated by hills, notably Earlsheaton, Dewsbury Moor, Staincliffe and Thornhill and has good transport links via bus and train to Leeds and Manchester City Centre. With local shopping centres, rivers, museums, restaurants, and country parks - there’s something for everyone within and close by to this beautiful town!

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 -

All benefits are pro rata for part time roles

Work-life balance

*6.6 weeks annual leave

*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

*Private medical insurance

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

*Cycle to Work scheme

*Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

*Non-accidental injury support

Development

*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid 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

Additional

*Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

*Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

*Discounted staff pet care

At IVC Evidensia we are a 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.

Up to £56,000 pro rata DOE