Veterinary Surgeon

Southdown Veterinary Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Chester is seeking an experienced veterinary surgeon to join their dedicated team. The role includes primary care OOH consultations, receiving case transfers, inpatient care, and performing surgeries. An ideal candidate will have at least 2 years' experience, strong medical knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The position also offers numerous benefits, including professional memberships, annual leave options, and a supportive work environment focused on growth and development.

Benefits

Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS)

CPD and further studies encouraged

Up to 7 weeks annual leave

Workplace pension scheme matched up to 6%

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted pet treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Performance bonus scheme

Internal career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years' experience as a small animal vet.
• Passion to deliver excellent care and client service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct primary care out-of-hours consultations.
• Receive member practice case transfers.
• Provide inpatient care and medical workups.
• Perform surgical duties including routine and emergency surgery.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver excellent client care.

Skills

Good communication skills

Strong medical knowledge

Experience in routine and emergency surgery

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a veterinary surgeon to work alongside our amazing team at MiNight Vet Chester Wirral working a share of weekend daytime hours.

MiNight Vet Chester Wirral provide 24-hour care for our first opinion member practices, including the care and treatment of MiNight Vet inpatients. We are based at Chestergates Veterinary Specialists in Chester; a fully equipped RCVS approved Veterinary referral hospital. (Please note the Chestergates inpatients are under the care of the interns and referral clinicians).

You would work alongside our talented, friendly, caring team of vets, nurses, VCA's and receptionists who will make you feel very welcome and supported. Being located within the referral hospital means we have access to a fantastic support network to help further clinical development, as well as access to additional equipment and medications.

This position would suit an experienced small animal vet, preferably with a minimum of 2+ years' experience. The role involves primary care OOH consultations, receiving member practice case transfers, inpatient care, medical work ups and surgery. A strong medical knowledge is required and experience in routine and emergency surgery. You will possess good communication skills and have a passion to deliver excellent care and client service.

Responsibilities

• Primary care out-of-hours consultations
• Receiving member practice case transfers
• Inpatient care and medical workups
• Surgical duties including routine and emergency surgery
• Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver excellent client care

Benefits

• Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS)
• CPD and further studies encouraged. Your learning and clinical growth is important to us
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme - allowing you to purchase an additional two weeks of annual leave
• Long Service Holiday - Receive extra days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
• Workplace pension scheme matched up to 6%
• Mental Health first aiders
• Maternity / Adoption Pay – 10 weeks full pay and 10 weeks half pay
• Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
• Cycle to work scheme, saving 25-39% on a bike and accessories
• Discounted pet treatments
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline
• Discounted UK gym membership with Gym Flex
• Performance bonus scheme
• Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
• Internal career progression and transfers available – with a network of over 500 practices

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

How to apply

If you’re interested in this great role, please click on the ‘Apply Now' button below. For further information on the role please contact Emma Strange, Clinical Director, on the email [e-mail]. Route candidate: [e-mail]