Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

More about the roleAt our practice, we offer you the opportunity and clinical freedom to work up your own cases, with the support of our experienced team at all times. We take great pride in providing an environment that encourages development allowing you the freedom to explore and progress your skills in any area of interest to provide the best service to our clients. Our fantastic management team are on hand to take cover of all of the business needs, so that you can focus on what you do best - being a vet. We''ve been proud to serve our local community for years, which has allowed us to build up a wonderful, loyal client base.

About the TeamOne of our greatest strengths is our close-knit team of RVNs, receptionists and leadership, which includes a Practice Manager and Practice Director. Most of our team have been with us for years! Both our Practice Director and Practice Manager have come from an ex-clinical background, so they understand the challenges that all clinical staff face. We also have a compliment of regular locums that work alongside our permanent staff.

What do the team have to say?"Working at BHE Vets is an absolute joy. Every day is filled with smiles and laughter, thanks to our supportive team and the lovely clients who trust us with their pets. It\''s a place where compassion, community spirit, and genuine care shines through." Sarah- HRVN

"Lovely practice in the heart of a bustling market town. After 23 years of working at BHE Vets, I feel so grateful to have spent my career doing a job I love, surrounded by wonderful colleagues and clients." Sonja- Senior VCA

Work life balance that works for youWe are a flexible practice that strives to find the best work life balance for you, therefore, we are open to applicants wishing to take on any number of hours work. Our existing full time rota consists of working a 40 hour week across four-days, along with a shared Saturday rota. No bank holidays, Sunday working or out-of-hours requirement.

Our PracticeWe have a great case load exposing you from the most routine of cases whilst also giving you the opportunity to work more complex cases up in our well-equipped, fully refurbished practice. Our practice has all the usual toys you should expect including digital x-ray, ultrasound, extensive lab suite and dental. We have dedicated theatre, imaging, and dental suites with separate patient wards. We are proud to be RCVS accredited and to have been awarded Cat Friendly Clinic.

Ideal locationWe are based in the lovely market town of Newport, Shropshire, in the heart of plentiful countryside and only a short drive from Telford, Shrewsbury and Wolverhampton. So many beautiful walks on our doorstop and lots of quirky bars and restaurants all within walking distance of the practice.

Because our people matterWe 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, inclusive of bank holidays

Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

Certificate support

Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

All our Vets and 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

Colleague Benefits

Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well

Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

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