Interested in joining our team at this Essex-based independent veterinary practice?
We will be looking for a veterinary surgeon to join our team this Autumn. this is to help you know whether or not this might be a practice that fits with you. The practice is owned by Mr and Mrs Jobson, who will both work in the surgery alongside you. Yes, we are a truly independent practice which means we have freedom to choose our own suppliers, pharmaceutical companies, drug lists, the way we work, as well as our clients. Professionalism and Integrity Here at Rochford Vets we recognise the hard work and dedication it has taken to become a qualified Veterinary Surgeon, and we hold that at the forefront of how we work. Compassionate and Passionate Pets are a part of the family. We treat each animal as if they were our own. We ensure adequate amounts of time per appointment for you to have difficult and sometimes highly detailed conversations with owners regarding the options for their pet’s treatment. In complex cases such as dermatology or euthanasia we book a standard 30 minute slot to allow you to take the time necessary for the case, without worrying about running behind as a result. We want to support you in your professional development in the best ways that we can. With us, you don’t just develop your knowledge by going on a course or watching an online seminar (although we do provide plenty of free online CPD for you to browse), you develop your knowledge through a ‘growth mindset’ that you hold whilst working through your cases. If you are more of a home body, we have a subscription to Central CPD on demand, where you can select from countless topics and courses online to enhance your skillset.
Hours and Salary We generally work a 4 day week for most staff with start times between 8 and 9am and finish times between 5 and 7:30pm, depending on your shift pattern which can be discussed once you come to meet with us. We have a rota of 1 in 4 Saturdays where you will be required to work 9am to 4pm. Sundays we are closed and any cases needing out of hours care are referred to to the local out of hours hospital. We want to help you feel supported no matter what life throws your way; to this end we have private healthcare policies available to all team members after 6 months of working with us, these include cancer care and mental health benefits. this is provided as a standalone benefit and is not part of your salary package.
We also have a group life insurance policy meaning that if through illness or accident the worst should happen during the time you are working with us then your family will at least have some financial security.
What we’re looking for You will be a candidate with at least 2 years’ experience in the UK, who is comfortable with general practice as a calling. You will be confident with routine surgeries with the desire to extend your surgical skills whilst also providing good quality medicine for our clients. You will live within 30 minutes of our practice, or be looking to move to the local area. A relocation package is available for those needing to move or needing short term accommodation when you start.
We are looking for a 4 day week, with 1 in 4 Saturdays in a shift pattern that will involve starts between 8-9am and finishes between 5-7:30pm.
Private healthcare insurance.
Contributory pension scheme.
Cycle to work scheme.
Group Life insurance policy for 3 x salary
Relocation package available.