Veterinary Surgeon
Doctor Doolittles, Penarth
Salary up to £75,000 DOE plus up to £5,000 Welcome Bonus plus up to £5,000 Relocation Allowance
Discover the next step in your career
Doctor Doolittle's Penarth are looking for a dedicated vet to join them as a sole charge veterinary surgeon.
Main duties include;
1. Examining and observing animals to diagnose health problems and assess their health
2. Performing laboratory tests on samples and specimens
3. Dressing and treating wounds, performing surgery and prescribing medication
4. Testing for diseases and administering vaccinations
5. Advising animal owners on preventive healthcare, general care and nutrition
6. Spaying and neutering dogs and cats
7. Maintaining medical records of animals
Flex your work life balance
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves.
Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.
This is a part time position working Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday every week, with no weekend or out-of-hours requirements.
If you are looking for a full time role, we can offer you extra hours at our Dr Doolittle's site in Cardiff.
Find out more about Dr Doolittles
The successful candidate will join our Doctor Doolittle's Penarth clinic, part of a group of 8 practices based in South Wales. We are in a fantastic location, in the heart of the Penarth community.
We have the usual equipment including dental scaler, ultrasound scanner and anaesthetic machine.
About the Team and Culture
Joining our close-knit practice, you'll be the sole charge Veterinary Surgeon, supported by a dedicated reception supervisor, 2 part-time RVN's and 1 part-time NA. Our team is passionate about creating a positive and inclusive work culture that celebrates teamwork, growth, and a genuine love for animals. We value your unique skills and ideas, encouraging you to make a real impact on the lives of pets and their owners.
Are you The Perfect Fit?
This vacancy will entail working in sole charge, within a small team with the bonus of being part of a group that can provide a wealth of expertise and experience.
Because our employees matter
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
8. 6.6 weeks annual leave
9. Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
10. Private medical insurance
11. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
12. Cycle to Work scheme
13. Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
14. Non-accidental injury support
Development
15. £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
16. Certificate support
17. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
18. Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
19. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
20. All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
21. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
22. Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
23. BVA membership
24. VDS cover
25. RCVS fees
Additional
26. Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
27. Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
28. Discounted staff pet care