Job Description
Veterinary Surgeon-Leonard Brothers Vets, Whitchurch
Posted on 10/11/2021
All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.
The Role
We are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team here at Leonard Brothers Veterinary centre based in our Whitchurch Branch, The position is part time and the role is 4 days per week working between the hours of 8:30am & 6:30pm and 9 + Saturday morning 8am-12:30pm per year, 1 in 15 weekends on call from Saturday 8:30am - 17:30pm Vets now cover over nights. 1 weeknight every 3 weeks approx. from 6:30pm - 9:00pm.
Salary up to £63,000 DOE for the full-time role.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
Provide clients with a high standard of customer care and service
Write up all cases in full, monitor hospitalised patients and communicate information to the nursing staff, check all pricing communicated back to the client
Inform clients of test results and update on progress after treatment
Positively communicate to all clients on progress, results, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options and costs involved at all times
Maintain membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
Present a professional approach and smart appearance at all times, ensure an effective consultation process for all patients
Record all patient information, treatment, diagnostic reports and charges into the PMS
Understand and comply with your legal obligations in relation to prescription safe keeping and supply of Veterinary medicinal products
Maintain personal CPD as per RCVS guidelines
About Us
New large modern building with friendly atmosphere, within walking distance of the town of Whitchurch Shropshire, ample parking with a short walk to the train station, a large group of vets who all have varied skill sets, as well as a large friendly team of nurses.
Our team pride themselves on offering an exceptional level of care and we have an amazing team of extremely experienced Veterinary Nurses who are there to assist and help whenever needed. We have a client base that come to us for our personal approach and our ethos of 'we treat every pet as though it's our own'.
Our supportive team is made up of 7 Veterinary Surgeons, 8 Registered Veterinary Nurses and 6 experienced Receptionists and administrators. We are a very friendly team full of fun and personality.
Applicant Requirements
The ideal candidate will be RCVS registered, be competent in all routine surgeries. You will be an enthusiastic, passionate, patient and caring individual who is interested and willing to promote and build the practice.
Because our employee’s 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
£1200 CPD allowance with 5 days 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
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 Gavin Gallagher from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
Gavin Gallagher
Talent Partner
gavin.gallagher@ivcevidensia.com+44 (0) 7870 503802