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Contract: Fixed Term Contract (until September 2026). Full or part time hours are considered.
As a Veterinary Surgeon with Blue Cross, you will provide medical, surgical and emergency care to a wide variety of small animal patients, including routine and acute cases. You will practice within a high‑quality environment equipped with digital X‑ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, multiparameter anaesthetic monitors and infusion pumps.
Operating Hours
Primary shift: Monday to Friday 9 am – 5 pm. Part of the evening and weekend rota: approximately one evening shift a month and one weekend day shift every six weeks (time in lieu).
Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive veterinary care, including diagnostics, medical treatment, surgery and post‑operative follow‑up.
- Participate in clinical governance discussions and adhere to Blue Cross clinical guidelines.
- Serve as sole charge for patients on designated days.
- Communicate effectively with patients, owners and multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications & Skills
- Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.
- Demonstrable small animal or mixed practice experience.
- Sole charge experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Benefits
- Full‑time equivalent holiday: 38 days rising to 43 with service (incl. Bank Holidays).
- Well‑being programmes supporting physical and mental health.
- Free GP access via MetLife (24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family).
- Health cash plan.
- Unlimited employee assistance programme.
- Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution.
- Professional fees covered by Continuing Professional Development and personal development support.
- Life assurance.
- 20 % discount on Pet Plan pet insurance.
- Enhanced family‑friendly policies.
- Recognition scheme.
- Annual volunteer days.
- Discounts on charitable retail partners.
Company Culture
Blue Cross values compassion, courage, and inclusivity. All clinicians are encouraged to discuss openly lessons learned within a safe, non‑judgemental environment.
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Contact Detail:
Blue Cross Recruiting Team
Some tips for your application 🫡
Tailor Your CV: Make sure your CV is tailored to the Veterinary Surgeon role. Highlight your experience with small animals and any sole charge responsibilities you've had. We want to see how your skills match what we're looking for!
Craft a Compelling Cover Letter: Your cover letter is your chance to shine! Share your passion for veterinary care and why you want to join Blue Cross. We love hearing personal stories, so don’t hold back on what drives you in this field.
Showcase Your Communication Skills: Since effective communication is key in our role, make sure your application reflects your written communication skills. Use clear and concise language, and don’t forget to proofread for any typos!
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