Job Description
Who They Are
This is a large, well‑equipped small animal hospital located on the Hampshire / South Coast, offering extensive first‑opinion and referral support services. The practice benefits from a long‑standing clinical team, including veterinary surgeons, registered veterinary nurses and student nurses with additional qualifications across multiple disciplines.
Facilities include ultrasound, radiography, dental imaging, endoscopy, laparoscopy, ICU equipment, and a full internal laboratory staffed by dedicated laboratory technicians. The hospital also provides an ophthalmology referral service and benefits from regular visiting orthopaedic expertise.
Situated close to the coast and surrounded by National Park landscapes, the area offers excellent opportunities for outdoor recreation, including walking, sailing, cycling, and equestrian activities.
What You’ll Do
* Deliver first‑opinion consultations, surgical procedures, and medical case work‑ups within a hospital environment.
* Work as part of a large, collaborative veterinary team with opportunities for shared case discussion and internal referral support.
* Engage in clinical duties across a varied caseload, with the option to develop skills in advanced diagnostics or surgery depending on your experience.
* Contribute to a hybrid out‑of‑hours rota, requiring 1–2 night shifts per month, supported by a dedicated night team for the remainder of overnight work.
* Participate in clinical meetings, case reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Work within a rota designed around your interests and work–life balance, with flexibility available during recruitment discussions.
What You’ll Gain From Them
* Salary up to £83,000 (dependent on experience and OOH contribution).
* Access to a broad caseload supporting development in:
o Soft‑tissue surgery
o Orthopaedics
o Imaging
o Internal medicine
o Endoscopy and laparoscopy
* A comprehensive benefits package including:
o 6 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays)
o Additional annual leave accrued during your first five years
o Holiday purchase scheme (up to two extra weeks)
o Pension contributions
o Staff discount scheme
o Extensive CPD allowance with strong support for certificate study or advanced practitioner pathways
* A clinically progressive, well‑supported hospital environment with opportunities for long‑term professional growth.