Veterinary Surgeon

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Job description

Posted on 24/07/2021
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full or Part time Veterinary Surgeon to join our team here at Andale Veterinary Centre in Widnes, Cheshire. Salary Banding £35,000 - £50,000 (pro rata for part time)

The full-time working pattern runs from 9am -7pm with a half day each week. Mornings are a mix of operating or consulting from 9am - 12pm with one-hour admin at the end of the morning. Afternoon consults start at 2pm and run through until 6.30pm with half an hour admin built in. Bank holidays are limited and shared out fairly. We are open Saturday mornings, and our vets work 1:3, consulting 9am - 12pm with breakfast included and time in lieu given back the following Friday afternoon. No OOH worked required as our OOH cover is provided by Vets Now. If your preference is a 4 day week or part time please don't hesitate to apply as we are open to discussion for the right candidate.

About Us

We are a single site, small animal practice with an established client base and a supportive and friendly team. Our close-knit team is made up of 7 nurses, 7 vets and a team of 6 receptionists. We provide a high standard of care, and we value and encourage professional growth for all our staff. We encourage staff discussion and input through monthly meetings and regular appraisals. We also have regular nights out and chippy Fridays along with a half day shopping at Christmas.

Andale is a purpose-built practice with off road parking and two operating theatres, in-house laboratory, tonometry and a multi parameter. We have separate dog and cat wards an imaging room including digital x-ray and ultrasound. We are a RCVS accredited training practice and also an RCVS General Practice accredited. We are a cat friendly clinic and working towards being a rabbit friendly practice also.

The Winning Candidate

We are looking for an experienced, RCVS veterinary surgeon, confident in surgery and consulting with strong communication skills and able to work well as part of a team.

Benefits - Subject to Pro Rata

Relocation package of up to £5,000
Welcome bonus up to £1,500
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
VDS cover
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
Company sick pay
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 wellbeing
Relocation packages
Career progression opportunities
Free flu jabs

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Any questions before applying?

Speak to Susan Todd from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

Susan Todd

Talent Partner