This is a superb opportunity for a passionate and experienced Veterinary Surgeon, with a strong background in consults and surgery, to join a very highly regarded Independent veterinary practice. The practice is very well established with a forward thinking, close knit and supportive team of experienced Vets, RVNs and Admin staff.

The practice is looking for a confident Vet Surgeon comfortable with consults and surgery and are very supportive of anyone wanting to grow and develop within the role, encouraging progression with specific certificates or areas of interest, etc.

Here you will benefit from working within a bright, spacious practice with modern equipment. You will work to 20 minute appointments as standard, with no financial targets, no OOH or nights and only 1 in 4 weekends required (just Saturday mornings).

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vet Surgeon looking for a varied and engaging caseload to work alongside other experienced Veterinary Surgeons to further develop your career.

Salary – £40,000 - £85,000 DOE (£23-£28 per hour) + 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays (+ a day off for your birthday) + Pension + CPD allowance + Private Health Insurance

Location – near Fareham

The Practice –

• Independently owned and run as a well-established practice for the local community.
• A passionate approach to veterinary care where welfare comes first and the animal is always prioritised.
• Sustainable approach with regular reinvestment into the practice, including technology such as full dental equipment, scanners, ultrasound, CT scanner, tonometry, ophthalmology, etc
• Excellent staff-retention with members of the team being here since it opened over a decade ago.
• A sociable group with regular team events where hard work and effort is recognised and appreciated.
• Extremely supportive of career progression/development for Vet Surgeons.

Your Role –

• A qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a valid license to practice in the UK.
• Preference for full time but open to considering part-time hours as well.
• 20 minute consultations as standard.
• No financial targets.
• No nights or OOH.
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings.
• Focus on delivering the highest quality care to all patients.
• A nice, varied caseload with plenty of opportunity for surgery.

The benefits –

• Salary up to around £85,000 per annum FTE DOE
• 25 days annual leave + extra day off for birthday each year
• Bank Holidays
• Pension
• CPD allowance
• Free Parking
• A really unique and wonderful practice environment with long-standing, loyal and lovely clients.

Next Steps:

For further details on this exceptional role, please click the Apply Now button. If you can specify the best time to talk, please do; we will get in touch when it suits you best. You will then be contacted by one of our specialist consultants, who will provide you with further details about the role.

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