Job description
Permanent Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Bedford
1. Are you a qualified and RCVS registered veterinary surgeon?
2. Are you looking to join an established small animal practice in Bedford?
We are recruiting on behalf of a practice in Bedford for a Permanent Senior Veterinary Surgeon.
The practice is looking for a surgeon who has good experience gained in a small animal practice, excellent communication skills in order to inform and support clients, competence in routine surgeries and the ability to create evidence-based treatment plans. You will have excellent surgical and medical skills to provide the gold standard of care for the practice's loyal client base.
The role is full time with 1 in 4 weekends with time off in lieu. There will be no OOH work or on-call duties.
Benefits:
3. Practice provides 15 minute consultations
4. Dedicated surgery day
5. Scheduled breaks
6. Supports certificates and additional qualifications
Key details:
7. Type: Small animal
8. Hours: Full time
9. Weekends: 1 in 4 weekends, time off in lieu during the week
10. Sole charge: None
11. OOH: None
12. Branch work: None
13. Computer system: RX Works
14. Consultations: 15 minutes
15. Team: 3 vets, 5 RVNs, 1 SVN and a supportive non-clinical team
About them:
16. RCVS accredited practice
17. ISFM accredited cat friendly practice
18. Provides a positive, happy and supportive working environment
19. Offers further progression with possible Lead Vet role
20. Offers a good work-life balance
21. Offers a wide range of modern veterinary services
22. Supportive and friendly team
23. Offers flexible working hours
24. Offers funding for a certificate and supports areas of special interest
25. Part of a large nationwide network of practices
26. Fully equipped with state-of-the-art equipment
27. Offers opportunity to expand clinical skill set and knowledge with the varied case load
28. Practice provides clinical freedom for personal growth and development
29. They offer care for physical and mental health wellbeing
About you:
30. You will be comfortable with routine surgeries
31. You will have an approachable, empathetic, and caring attitude
32. You will be passionate about all aspects of your Veterinary Work
33. You will be happy to share knowledge and mentor others where required
34. You will be able to establish good working relationships with clients and be confident in all consultations
35. You will contribute to the practice with ideas enabling them to stay at the forefront of clinical thinking whilst also maintaining the ethos of providing a high standard of clinical care to all pets
36. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to develop a great rapport with both clients and staff
37. You will be a strong team player
38. Ambition to pursue an area of special interest would be supported
Facilities:
The practice offers a wide range of modern veterinary services and facilities, including:
39. Emergency cover
40. Cat clinics
41. Microchipping
42. Operating theatre
43. Separate cat and dog waiting areas
44. Isolation unit
45. Blood pressure monitor
46. Ultrasound
47. Biochemistry
48. Haematology
49. Electrolyte
50. In-house laboratory
51. X-ray
52. Soft tissue surgery
53. Nurse clinic
54. Hospital ward
55. Exotic pets
56. Dentistry
Package:
57. Salary: Up to £65, per annum, commensurate to experience
58. Holidays: 5.6 weeks annual leave, rising to 6.6 weeks after 2 years
59. CPD: Generous allowance
60. Memberships: RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
61. Contributory pension and life assurance
62. Certificates encouraged and supported
63. Private medical insurance
64. Exclusive colleague rewards including discounts with high street retailers and restaurants
65. Staff bonus scheme
66. Staff discount
67. Potential relocation package for the right candidate
68. Childcare vouchers
Must haves:
69. RCVS registered and qualified or soon to be
70. Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
71. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills