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Veterinary Surgeon - Hertfordshire
• Exceptional Veterinary Surgeon opportunity at an award winning practice in Hertfordshire
• RCVS accredited practice with state-of-the-art technology including an in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital X-ray, dental X-ray, capnography, and Tonovet
• Working alongside an experienced veterinary team including an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Medicine and a head nurse with a certificate in feline and canine veterinary health nutrition
• No OOH
• Superb benefits package including a salary of up to £60,000
A wonderful opportunity has arisen at a well-established, RCVS-accredited small animal practice nestled in the heart of a charming village in Hertfordshire. Our client has been a trusted provider of expert animal care to the local community since 1999, bringing with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. The practice itself has a fascinating history, having once served as a police station, butcher, and office space before being transformed into a modern veterinary practice.
This is a forward-thinking, proactive practice with a loyal client base. In addition to its RCVS accreditation, the practice has achieved the IFSM's Silver Cat Friendly Status, reflecting its commitment to providing outstanding feline care. Our client is now seeking a veterinary surgeon who is confident with routine procedures and consultations to join their team. The role involves a balanced mix of consultations and surgeries, alongside dedicated time for administrative duties, ensuring you can provide the highest level of care to patients.
The practice operates with 15-minute routine appointments and extends to 30 minutes for more complex cases. They also offer several 30-minute slots each day for urgent and emergency cases to ensure that all patients receive the attention they need promptly. The environment is modern, spacious, and equipped with excellent facilities, including an in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital X-ray, dental X-ray, capnography, and Tonovet.
You will be joining a close-knit team of five vets (4FTE), including an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Medicine, supported by a talented and dedicated nursing team. The head nurse is a certificate holder in feline and canine veterinary health nutrition and has recently completed the ISFM certificate in Feline Nursing with distinction. The team is encouraged to make full use of their skills, and there is a strong emphasis on professional development and growth.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated veterinary surgeon to join a well-respected practice in a picturesque Hertfordshire village. If you are looking to become part of a team that values exceptional standards of care and a supportive working environment, please get in touch to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
The Rota:
• Full time role - 40 hour week
• 4 day week with a fixed day off, but 5 shorter working days can be accommodated if preferred
• Additional 1:6 Fridays off (Full time only)
• No OOH
• 1:5 weekend rota
• Part time applications welcome
The Benefits:
• Excellent salary from £38,000 to £60,000 DOE
• 6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
•£1750 CPD Allowance per annum
• RCVS Membership paid and two other membership subscriptions
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Cycle to Work scheme
• CPD/training support
• Company sick pay
• Annual pay review
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to [email protected]
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: J87051/WK
