Overview
Alora Vets are seeking an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team on a permanent basis. The practice offers a diverse and interesting caseload, including orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, consults, endoscopy, laparoscopy, radiology, and general surgery. The role can be tailored to suit your clinical interests, providing plenty of scope for professional development.
Responsibilities and Schedule
* Manage a varied caseload with opportunities in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, consults, endoscopy, laparoscopy, radiology, and general surgery.
* Full-time ideally (40 hours) over 4–5 days per week, with flexibility for the right candidate.
* Equal share in the 1:5 weekends (Saturday 8:30am – 1:30pm) with TOIL the following week.
* Participate in a 1 in 5 rota for stable in-patients; OOH cover is provided by Vets Now.
About the Practice
Alora Vets is based in Whitburn, in a modern, purpose-built premises located just off the M8, approximately midway between Glasgow and Edinburgh. The practice is a busy first opinion clinic with a broad range of cases and a dedicated facility including:
* Four consultation rooms and separate waiting areas for cats and dogs
* Separate cat ward, dog ward and isolation kennels
* Dental suite with dental x-ray, two operating rooms and a large prep area
* Digital x-ray, ultrasound, laparoscopic and endoscopic equipment
Team and Culture
Current team includes five veterinary surgeons with diverse clinical interests, including laparoscopic surgery, advanced dentistry and acupuncture. The practice has two certificate holders and a clinical director with a medical certificate alongside a lead vet with a dental certificate. The nursing team comprises a mix of HRVN, RVNs and a SVN, supported by ACA roles and a dedicated practice management and reception team.
Benefits and Wellbeing
We value our people and offer a competitive package along with a range of benefits, including:
* Work-life balance initiatives
* 6.8 weeks annual leave (incl. bank holidays) and additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* Private Medical Insurance and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
* CPD allowance (£1,250) with paid CPD leave; certificate support; IVC Evidensia Academy access
* Access to Vetlexicon, research funding opportunities, and Care Fund spending (£1,250 per annum)
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme and Quality Improvement Programme
* BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees
* Company pension with employer contribution; cycle to work and green car schemes
* Voluntary benefits, retailer discounts, and discounted treatment for your own pets
* Up to £50,000 per year
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