Job Description
Senior Veterinary Surgeon-Hall Place Veterinary Centre, Maidenhead
Posted on 13/03/2023
All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join our team here at Hall Place Veterinary Centre, Maidenhead. Your day-to-day duties will involve a mixture of consultations and surgery days, requiring some sole charge work. You will be responsible for the workup and care of patients that they see and admit into the practice and will be working across at least two sites. Some sole charge will be expected for branch work so some experience ideal.
We are ideally looking for a 4 day week (36hrs) although we are flexible to part time hours.
4 day week with set day off.
2:10 weekends (Friday 6-7pm and inpatient check 10pm, Saturday 8-3pm or Saturday 8-3pm, Sunday 9-12pm)
One duty night every 2.5 weeks (Sole charge 6-8pm and inpatient check, if required, 10pm)
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.
Salary
The salary for this role is up to £63,000 depending on experience.
About Us
Hall Place Veterinary Centre are a 4 site practice with the main practice being a beautiful converted barn overlooking the countryside.
We have excellent practice facilities such as laparoscopic/endoscopic/arthroscopic equipment, video otoscopy, dental x-ray at 2 sites, diamond burr, tonopen, slit lamp, ultrasound, and digital x-ray.
Our main practice has dedicated dental, ultrasound and isolation suits.
About the Team and Culture
Our team currently consists of 14 vets, 16 nurses and 10 support staff. We have certificate holders in Orthopaedic, medicine and cardiology. As a team we are a very friendly and welcoming with a wealth of experience and knowledge and we strive to deliver an excellent quality of care to our patients with an emphasis on continuity of care.
Applicant Requirements
We are looking for a caring, confident team player who has enthusiasm and great communication skills. We have four branches so some sole charge will be expected and for this reason we are looking for someone some 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
6.6 weeks annual leave
Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
Private medical insurance
Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
Cycle to Work scheme
Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
Non-accidental injury support
Development
£1,200 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
Certificate support
Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
Infection Prevention and Control Programme
Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
BVA membership
VDS cover
RCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
Discounted staff pet care
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
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Any questions before applying?
Speak to Michael Middleton from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Michael Middleton
Talent Partner
michael.middleton@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7977 242613