Salary up to £75,000 DOE
Welcome Bonus up to £10,000
Relocation Allowance up to £8,000
Join our dedicated team
We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated team at Summerdale Vets (part of Summerhill Group). You will be supported by our experienced Head Nurse, RVN, 2 receptionists and Practice Manager. As you will be part of a larger group, you will always have access to a wealth of expertise and experience (including Certificate holders).
Duties include:
Examining and observing animals to diagnose health problems and assess their health Performing laboratory tests on samples and specimens Dressing and treating wounds, performing surgery and prescribing medication Testing for diseases and administering vaccinations Performing ultrasound and diagnostic imaging tests Advising animal owners on preventive healthcare, general care and nutrition Spaying and neutering dogs and cats Maintaining medical records of animals
Flexible rota patterns to suit you
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, and that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career. For example, compressed hours, a 3/4 day week.
This is a full or part time position. Typically, the full time position is Monday to Friday with 1 in 5 Saturdays, and no out-of-hours requirements. We are happy to discuss the days/hours at interview.
Join us in the perfect location
Our Summerdale branch is in the lovely town of Cwmbran and is part of a group of 8 small animal branches across South Wales. Our practice is close to local amenities, train station, bus stations and the city centres of Newport & Cardiff.
Our practice boasts three spacious consulting rooms, a large welcoming waiting area, separate kennels and cattery, large prep area with lab, separate ops room and x-ray room. We also have onsite parking for our clients and team.
Our Equipment
Biochemistry and haematology machine Snap test reader Centrifuge Microscope Haematocrit Diff quick staining Ultrasound scanner Doppler blood pressure monitor Pulseoximeter, multiparameter and bair huggerDental machine X Ray and dental x ray
Because our people 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 Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private medical insuranceEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeingNon-accidental injury support
Development
£1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata Certificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingAll our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care FundInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
BVA membershipVDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailersPension – 5% Employee/3% EmployerDiscounted staff pet care