At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage in diverse veterinary tasks, from operations to farm work, with support for your special interests.
- Company: Join a supportive practice in the Scottish Borders with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Benefits: Enjoy 5 weeks holiday, CPD opportunities, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Collaborate with a dedicated team and access excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Achieve work-life balance with a 4-day week and make a real difference in animal care.
- Qualifications: 2+ years experience as a confident, friendly veterinary surgeon with great communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 60000 £ per year.
Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: 4 days per week (36 hours) with 1 in 5 OOH cover
Experience Level: 2 Years+ experience
About the practice
- Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy a full‑time role with a 4‑day work week and 1 in 5 out‑of‑hours cover, ensuring you have ample time to recharge and pursue personal interests. No routine weekend consulting and a Friday off after your weekend on‑call.
- Professional Development: Benefit from a generous CPD allowance, 4 days each year to attend events, and access to an extensive CPD Programme, including certificate‑level CPD. Career progression opportunities are abundant within the practice.
- State‑of‑the‑Art Facilities: Work in a well‑equipped practice featuring DR x‑ray, new ultrasound, dental x‑ray, bronchoscopy, gastroscopy, and multi‑parameters. They also offer advanced orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures, along with on‑site facilities for large animal surgery and hospitalisation of small ruminants/calves.
- Supportive Team Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team of veterinary surgeons, nurses, physiotherapists and hydrotherapists.
Key Responsibilities
As a Mixed Veterinary Surgeon, you will engage in a variety of tasks including operations, consulting, and farm work. Your preferences and special interests will be encouraged and supported. You will be part of a team that values open communication and regular feedback to create the best working environment for everyone.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a confident, friendly veterinary surgeon with excellent communication skills. You should enjoy working in a supportive team environment and be committed to providing the highest standard of care to both small and large animals.
Benefits
- 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + Birthday Leave
- RCVS & VDS fees paid
- Extensive free online CPD program
- Staff discount schemes
- Life Assurance
- Enhanced sickness pay
- Enhanced equal family leave
- E‑car salary sacrifice scheme
- Wellness program
- Employee assistance program
- Eyecare voucher scheme
- Free annual Flu jab
- Cycle to work scheme
For more information or to apply contact Emma McGee on:
Phone: 07444223408
Email: emma@vettedrecruitment.co.uk
Mixed Veterinary Surgeon - small and farm employer: British Veterinary LGBT+
Join a community-focused veterinary practice in Manchester that prioritises work-life balance with a four-day week and no out-of-hours duties. Our supportive work culture fosters professional growth, allowing you to enhance your skills while making a meaningful impact on pet health. With a dedicated team and a commitment to compassionate care, this is an excellent opportunity for Veterinary Surgeons looking to thrive in their careers.
