At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee inpatient care and manage emergency cases in a supportive veterinary team.
- Company: Shrewsbury Hospital, dedicated to high-quality pet care in a not-for-profit environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6 weeks holiday, funded CPD, private healthcare, and a contributory pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible rota options and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners.
- Qualifications: Skilled in managing complex medical cases with some surgical experience; team player essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you have a passion for Emergency and Critical Care, but prefer working days? Look no further! Shrewsbury Hospital is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced and supportive team.
In this exciting role, you’ll oversee inpatient care and emergency cases coming through our A&E service, offering a stimulating mix of medically focused cases. Your primary responsibility will be to meet the needs of our inpatients — whether that means performing emergency procedures yourself or coordinating care with our skilled multidisciplinary team.
Core Skills and Experience
- Highly skilled and motivated to continue developing your technical capabilities
- Confident managing complex medical cases, with some surgical experience
- A genuine team player who enjoys the buzz of a fast-paced, collaborative environment
- Compassionate and empathetic when communicating with clients during stressful situations
Desirable
- Certificate in Emergency and Critical Care (advantageous but not essential)
You’ll share our vision for working in a not-for-profit environment, committed to providing the highest standard of care to pets and their owners.
Rota
- Average 40 hours per week
- Rota options: 4 on / 4 off OR 3 shifts per week with 2:9 weekends
- Shift times: 07:00 – 20:00 (including 1 hour unpaid lunch)
Benefits
- 6 weeks holiday, including bank holidays
- Funded CPD
- Visa support
- Private Health Care
- 52 Weeks sickness benefit — awarded after qualifying period
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity package
- Contributory pension scheme
- RCVS and VDS fees paid
- Access to counselling support including mental health, financial and life counselling after 12 months of service
- Cycle to work scheme
- E-Car scheme
- Store Discounts from Vivup
- Refer-a-Friend bonus
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive for all employees.
