Job description
Permanent Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Birkenhead, Merseyside
1. Are you a qualified and RCVS registered veterinary surgeon?
2. Are you looking to move into a lead role?
3. Are you looking to join a not-for-profit practice in Merseyside?
Are you looking for...
4. A great salary of up to £70,?
5. A generous CPD allowance?
We have an opportunity for a Permanent Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a not-for-profit practice in Birkenhead. This role is full time for 4 days per week, along with 1 in 4 weekends. There will be no OOH work or on-call duties.
The role offers a varied caseload within a fast paced environment. The role also offers the opportunity to advance in ECC skills. The practice are fully equipped with technology to support critical procedures. They have diagnostics and equipment including ultrasound, endoscopy, and orthopaedic surgery
The practice is looking for a vet who has good experience gained in a small animal practice, excellent communication skills in order to inform and support clients and the ability to create evidence-based treatment plans. Ideally the Vet will have some ECC experience. They are looking for someone who has a genuine passion for animal welfare and who has the ability to empathise with both clients and the patients.
The Vet will be passionate about keeping up to date with your own professional development and looking for a role where you can continue to develop your skills and knowledge.
Key details:
6. Type: Small animal
7. Hours: Full time, 4 days per week
8. Weekends: 1 in 4 weekends
9. OOH: None
10. Sole charge: None
11. Branch work: N/A
12. Consultations: 15 minutes
13. Team: Strong veterinary team and a supportive non-clinical team
About them:
14. This is a not-for-profit animal hospital
15. Offers a fantastic work-life balance
16. Offers clinical freedom to a vet
17. They have a supportive team of passionate Vets who are all happy to get stuck in.
18. Offers modern veterinary services, diagnostics, and facilities to small animals
19. Loyal client base
20. Comprises of a highly skilled veterinary team with various expertise and areas of special interest
21. Can provide ongoing training and development where required
22. Excellent reputation within the community
About you:
23. Various levels of experience will be considered
24. You will be confident in all routine surgeries and consultations
25. Previous ECC experience and Orthopaedic experience would be advantageous.
26. You will always deliver and be committed to providing a high standard of clinical care
27. You will have an enthusiastic and caring attitude
28. Youi will have strong communication skills and organisational skills
29. You will work well under pressure with a calm and confident manner
30. You will have excellent people management skills
31. A kind and empathetic attitude is essential
32. You will be a team player
33. The role is not determined on years of experience and be catered to suit but ultimately the Vet needs to be ambitious looking to develop your clinical skills and knowledge further
34. Areas of special interest would be an advantage
35. You will want to be at the forefront of the practice help growing and developing the services and facilities provided
36. You will have excellent customer facing skills
37. You will work well within the team alongside other veterinary specialists and clinicians
38. You will be a passionate and motivated veterinary surgeon with a genuine interest for animal welfare
Facilities:
The practice offers a wide range of modern veterinary services along with state-of-the-art technology and diagnostic equipment, including:
39. Dentistry
40. Vaccinations
41. X-ray
42. Ultrasound
43. In-house laboratory
44. Isolation ward
45. Soft tissue surgery
46. Nurse clinics
47. Flea and worming treatments
Package:
48. Salary: £61, to £70, per annum, commensurate to experience
49. Holidays: 6 weeks annual leave
50. CPD: Generous allowance
51. Memberships: RCVS and VDS fees paid
52. Certificates supported and funded
53. Exclusive company discounts and rewards
54. Workplace pension scheme
55. Health insurance scheme
56. Staff discount
Must haves:
57. RCVS registered and qualified or soon to be
58. Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
59. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills