Job Description
Job Title: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon
Location: Swindon
Type: Permanent
Salary: £68,000 - £70,000 per annum, with an exceptional benefit package
Sanctuary Personnel is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon. Our esteemed client, a Veterinary Practice with nearly 40 years of establishment, is committed to providing unparalleled care with a focus on affordability and primary care. Operating across multiple independent sites, including a cutting-edge cat-only clinic at the main facility, our client takes pride in offering comprehensive in-house solutions supported by efficient management teams, a teaching practice ethos, and a nurturing, open culture that prioritises continuous professional development (CPD).
Job Role:
Seize the opportunity to lead as a Veterinary Surgeon, taking charge of your clinical team in the absence of other vets. As a senior professional, showcase your prowess in handling diverse surgical cases and enjoy the freedom to define your role within the clinic, ideally with a special interest.
Requirements:
- Quality of experience trumps quantity, with an expectation of several years of practical expertise.
- Further qualifications are desirable but not essential.
- Proficiency in medical and surgical veterinary procedures.
- Proven client care skills.
- Ability to mentor and inspire the veterinary team.
- Aspire to attain prestigious surgical or medical certification.
- Hold an RCVS license or be able to apply for one if an international license is held.
Desirable Qualities:
- Exude organisational prowess and efficiency.
- Display an unwavering commitment to self-improvement and constant challenge.
- Share a profound passion for your job and unwavering dedication to animal welfare.
- Communicate compassionately with clients, showcasing excellent interpersonal skills.
- Thrive as a motivational team player, contributing seamlessly to our open and collaborative culture.
- Embrace a well-rounded life, finding joy in all aspects beyond work.
Benefits:
- 4-day workweek with one in four Saturdays, open to a pro-rata 3-day week.
- No Out of Office Hours, all Emergency work expertly handled by Vets Now.
- Attractive starting salary ranging from £68,000 to £70,000 per annum.
- Inclusive VDS & RCVS membership fees.
- Generous 5 weeks of holiday plus bank holidays.
- Additional 1 in 4 rota for hospitalised patient care.
- Generous employee discount.
- Annual pay reviews.
- Company pension scheme.
- CPD fund of £2000.00 per annum, with consideration for funding certificates.
Additional Benefits:
- COS license for international candidates.
- Free accommodation for the first 3 months for you and your family upon arrival in the UK.
- Visa and flight costs reimbursed through your salary.
- Excellent pastoral care.
Location:
Discover the charm of Swindon, a bustling working town with excellent schools and amenities. Enjoy easy access to breathtaking countryside, the enchanting Cotswolds, and vibrant cities like Bath, Bristol, London, and Oxford. Positioned just 40 minutes from both Heathrow and Bristol airports, Swindon offers fantastic sports facilities and stands as one of the most sought-after locations in the south of England to buy or rent property. Elevate your career while embracing a fulfilling lifestyle in Swindon!
Apply now through Sanctuary Personnel.