Veterinary Surgeon - Excellent Work / Life Balance, No Out of Hours Required

Veterinary Surgeon required at Milford Veterinary Hospital 

The Role

Milford Veterinary Hospital are seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. This is a full time position, and we can be flexible on the days / hours worked. Responsibilities will include client consultations, surgery, and other clinical duties to keep your day varied. This role would suit a confident Veterinary Surgeon who may have had experience of sole charge although this is not essential.

The full-time role will be 40 hours between 8am-8pm over 4 or 5 days a week depending on your preference. There will be 1:4 Saturday morning shifts and no OOH offering excellent work / life balance.

Salary for this role is up to £65,000 depending on experience. 

About Us

We are an RCVS accredited small animal hospital in Surrey. We are based in a lovely location with the countryside on your doorstep, we also have great transport links to Guildford/London via the A3. 
State of the art equipment including a video endoscope – perfect for development. Our practice aims to give the highest possible standard of care at all times, in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. We have an extensive range of up to date equipment including; digital x-ray processor, in-house laboratory, dental scaler, polisher drill and digital dental x-ray machine, state of the art ultrasound machine, bronchoscopes and video endoscope which allows us to perform laparoscopic bitch spays, cystoscopy, rhinoscopy and thoracoscopy. We also have two theatres and separate cat and dog wards.

About the Team and Culture

We have a team of 5 Veterinary Surgeons and 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses including students and nursing support. We have a cardiology referral clinician with a cardiology certificate who is keen to invest in those interested. We also have our own Out of Hours Vets.

We are a friendly and supportive team who work closely together, for example with inclusive ward rounds three times a day to ensure the best patient care.

Applicant Requirements 

We are looking for a confident candidate who enjoys a mix of surgery and consulting and enjoys being part of a supportive team. Some sole charge experience may be of benefit, but it is not essential. We are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with a positive can-do attitude and an active team player. This role may also suit someone with a surgery/medicine certificate given the facilities the practice has. 

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 
• 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

• £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours 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 and quote reference BH9155.

To apply, please send your CV to Bartosz via Apply Now or call 07977 242349 for more information.