Job Description
Veterinary Surgeon-Sprinz and Nash - Thame
Posted on 13/03/2023
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The Role
We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated and supportive team. The role involves both consulting with clients and their pets and operating in our surgical theatre. Vets are encouraged to work up their cases to a high level.
Finish times can vary between 5pm-7pm for full time hours and one Vet and one RVN are on hospital in patient care overnight. Our full time Vets work a four day week which allows time to balance the interests of clinical work with study, outdoor pursuits or relaxation. We currently open on Saturdays 0830-1300 on a 1 in 5 rota. We will also consider those who are looking for a part time role.
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, 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.
The salary range is up to £63,000 depending on experience with a relocation allowance available.
About Us
Sprinz and Nash Veterinary Hospital is located in the historic market town of Thame, in the South East of England and is surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Chiltern Hills. We are within easy travelling distance to London and Oxford. The area has excellent schooling and great for outdoor pursuits.
The hospital provides excellent facilities, including dental x-ray, in-house laboratory, endoscopy, ultrasound, digital x-ray, separate dog and cat and isolation wards to name a few. We are staffed by a friendly, forward thinking, and supportive team of Vets, Nurses, and support staff.
There is a varied, challenging and rewarding caseload for an experienced Vet and support from our excellent Vet team for someone less so.
About the Team and Culture
Our team consists of 8 Vets (6 FTE), 8 RVNs, 3 SVNs and 3 VCAs as well as a fabulous reception team.
Our Vets are all team players and delight in helping each other with cases. We have Vet and Nurse certificate holders (including medical and dental certificate holders), and we would support someone who wishes to gain additional qualifications. We are involved in supporting and sponsoring local charity events and are currently planning our fund-raising activity for this year.
Applicant Requirements
We would prefer a vet who is confident both consulting and operating and very much a team player. Due to our hospital status and varied case load, we would support someone with specialist interests. In addition to your excellent clinical and communication skills, you will need to be a people oriented person, who is willing to support and guide your colleagues.
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
Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
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.
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Any questions before applying?
Speak to Michael Middleton from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Michael Middleton
Talent Partner
michael.middleton@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7977 242613