Overview
We have an exciting new opportunity for a large animal vet to join our fantastic team at Putlands Veterinary Surgery in Paddock Wood, Kent. Our RCVS accredited practice cares for Small Animal, Farm and Equine patients and we have been established since 1977. We are a forward thinking clinic and offer an extensive range of both medical and surgical services on site. Your new role will be working in our fully equipped clinic which includes facilities such as x-ray, Easi-scan ultrasound, endoscope, in house haematology/biochemistry machine, motorised equine dental rasp and ram/bull fertility testing equipment. The practice has a large animal prep room, equine stocks, lambing shed and stabling facilities on site to allow us to further work up cases as needed.
We have an experienced and friendly team of vets and nurses to support you and our whole team are always willing to help and support each other. We are looking for someone who shares our values of teamwork, enthusiasm and passion for animal care. This role is truly mixed, with equal farm and equine work, but could be tailored to your preferences or strengths.
Responsibilities
This role is part time, with an equal share of the large animal on call rota, currently 1:4, with time back in lieu. Working hours are Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm. A pool vehicle is provided. The position is suited to someone who can work independently to excellent clinical standards, and who is enthusiastic and passionate about veterinary medicine. The work includes a mix of farm and equine cases and may be tailored to strengths.
Qualifications and Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a few years of clinical experience and be capable of working independently to high clinical standards. This role is suitable for someone who is enthusiastic about veterinary medicine and committed to animal care.
Benefits and Salary
FTE salary of £45k-£50k depending on experience.
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme - allowing you to purchase an additional two weeks of annual leave
* RCVS, VDS and subscription fees paid
* Generously encouraged and fully funded CPD – abundant opportunities within the business aided by internal and external development courses and programmes
* Receive an extra day’s leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
* Cycle to work scheme and subsidised gym membership
* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension scheme – automatic enrolment and completely hassle free
* Access to First Aid for Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions across CVS and 300 trained CVS colleagues in this role
* Colleague discount on pet products and treatments including free consults, cost price drugs and a discount to our online pharmacy, Animed
* Access to the company share-save scheme
Email: james.ferry@cvsvets.com
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