Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

Salary up to £75,000 negotiable D.O.E, Welcome bonus of up to £7,500 and relocation allowance up to £5,000 The Role Haughley & Thurston Vet Centre in Suffolk are looking for a confident vet surgeon to join their team. Whether you are returning from a career break, looking for a consulting only role, a surgical only role, or a mix of both, we could be the practice you have been searching for. We are a small animal practice and predominantly see dogs and cats, but we have the chicken Vet approved status and RWAF (Rabbit Welfare Association) silver status, so on occasion, we see some exotics work as well. We have a visiting orthopaedic specialist who assists us with a range of cases, as well as a visiting imaging specialist. You will have clinical freedom with your cases and control how your day looks. There is full support available for further study, and you will benefit from practice membership to Central CPD. This is a forward-thinking practice that has been integral in creating the newly formed Suffolk Veterinary Society, where monthly CPD events look to bring members of the local profession together. Rota Pattern Ideally working up to 40 hours per week across 4/5 days with a 1:4 Saturdays with no OOH; however, we can consider part-time hours, flexible hours, even afternoons only as 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 and life. Join an established practice Situated between Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket with easy access to the A14 and good rail services to Cambridge or London. We have a range of equipment on site including DR Xray, Vetscan Imagyst, Endoscope, Ultrasound, and in-house blood machine. We currently have a good mixture of experienced and younger Vets in practice. We have 3 certificate holders in practice including our Clinical Director, a new graduate vet with great ideas, 6 supportive Registered Veterinary Nurses, and 1 Student Veterinary Nurse, all with a wealth of experience. Our support staff is made up of 5 very experienced members who ensure a smooth running of the day. There is a range of skills, experience, and interests within the team, and we try to encourage people to follow what they enjoy and are passionate about as much as possible. Because our people 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 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 £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata 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 £1250 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. Up to £75,000 DOE

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