Veterinary Surgeon

A very rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a veterinary surgeon to join a well established, independently owned tier 3 hospital in Lancashire. If you feel like you've reached the ceiling in your current role and lacking a varied caseload to progress, then this is exactly what you are looking for. With referrals taken from all over the country, you'll never be short of opportunities to expand your knowledge and skill set. You will have access to an on-site CT scanner and MRI so someone with an interest in diagnostic imaging or medicine will be right at home here. You'll work alongside an experienced, friendly and supportive 8-vet team which consists of a an advanced practitioner and multiple certificate holders. You will also be supported by 12 nurses and dedicated practice management team who allow you to do what you do best, being a vet.

Being privately owned, you won't be restricted by corporate processes and your views and opinions will be truly valued and listened to. You'll be joining a business who look after their employees, providing plenty of out-of-work social events for staff, no limit on CPD and certificate funding, and a great work-life balance. You'll enjoy a 4-day week (with set day off), 1-in-7 Saturday mornings only and no OOH. Your time outside of work is protected to the best of their abilities, with extra effort made to ensure everyone finishes at 6pm.

This role is open to any veterinary surgeon regardless of experience. There is even the potential opportunity for either an experienced clinical director, or someone looking to take a step up in their career to join as a clinical director. Regardless of what stage of your career you are at, you will be offered an industry leading salary, support and opportunity to progress your skills and experience level, access to state-of-the-art facilities and much more. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, simply apply below or contact us for a confidential chat to find out more.

About the practice:

Independently owned RCVS accredited tier 3 hospital and referral centre in WiganLarge purpose-built site with 7 consult rooms, multiple large ops theatres and prep areasState-of-the-art facilities including on site CT Scanner & MRI, Orthopaedics kit, in house lab, and everything else you'd expect in an industry leading hospitalReferrals taken from across the country in areas including diagnostic imaging, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, neurology, dermatology and more8 vet team with an advanced practitioner and multiple certificate holders in various clinical areas10 RVNs, 2 SVNs, practice manager and other support staffFriendly and fun work environment (practice funds 2 big social events every year, all expenses paid corporate box at the races this year!)Very organised practice, everyone usually leaves on time at 6pm during the week!Opportunity to do usual 1st opinion work, or progress to referral level in your preferred area if you wish - perfect place for someone who feels stagnant in their current role4-day week (9am - 6pm) happy to consider other working patterns that work for the individual (5 shorter days, or PT for example).1 in 7 Saturday mornings only No appointments, Saturdays are just for patient discharges onlyNo OOH

Package and Benefits

Very competitive practice - open to negotiationAccommodation can be provided if neededHugely encouraging of progression, will fund most courses/certificatesProfessional membership fees paidSupport from a friendly and experienced team

Key Skills, Qualifications and Client Requirements

You must have the right to work in the UKYou must be registered with the RCVS to practice in the UKNew grads, highly experienced certificates and anyone in between can be considered for this role!Proactive, positive and hard working attitude and willingness to keep learning

What Happens Next?
If you are interested in finding out more about this Veterinary Job please click the 'Apply' button. On submission of the job application form, an email alert is sent to the specialist consultant handling this role to register your interest.
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