Veterinary Surgeon

The Role

We are looking for an additional Veterinary Surgeon who has an interest and experience in diagnostic imaging to join our friendly team at Penmellyn Vets. This can be either a full time or part time role whichever best suits the successful candidate. The role does include an element of weekend work and out of hours, but this can be discussed further at interview.

About Us

Penmellyn Vets is a modern and exciting hospital based in the heart of Cornwall. We offer a progressive working environment, support for further study and excellent facilities including a permanent CT. Our rota allows for an excellent work/life balance to enjoy the countryside and coast, which is within 10 minutes’ drive of our main hospital.

We are a friendly team made up of 25 FTE Veterinary Surgeons and over 50 Registered Veterinary Nurses. We have a specialist orthopaedic surgeon who heads up our Cornwall veterinary referrals department

Applicant Requirements

The successful candidate will be confident in all aspects of general practice, including consulting, surgery, management of medical cases and basic imaging. We are very keen to support certificate study and professional development, and we will strongly support the successful candidate in developing their clinical interests further.

Benefits (subject to pro rata)

• 5 weeks paid holiday not including bank holidays
• 5 days paid CPD leave
• £1250 CPD Allowance per annum
• Private Medical Insurance
• VDS Membership paid
• BVA Membership paid
• Service based holiday entitlement increases
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Enhanced paternity pay
• Birthday leave
• Discounted veterinary fees
• My Benefits - various discounts including retail & gym memberships
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension
• CPD/training support
• Paid bereavement leave
• Employee opinion survey
• Free uniform in a number of roles
• Annual pay reviews
• Social events
• Sponsorship for overseas employees
• Academy & Leadership courses
• Focus on employee well-being
• Relocation packages
• Career progression opportunities
• Free flu jabs

As a BAME and LGBT+ 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.

To apply please contact Mike Burrell via the apply button or 07977243700

Please quote BH3723 when applying for this role.