Weekend OOH Vet

MiNight Vet Chester Wirral provide 24-hour care for our first opinion member practices, including the care and treatment of MiNight Vet inpatients. We are based at Chestergates Veterinary Specialists in Chester; a fully equipped RCVS approved Veterinary referral hospital (Please note the Chestergates inpatients are under the care of the interns and referral clinicians).

You would work alongside our talented, friendly, caring team of vets, nurses, VCA's and receptionists who will make you feel very welcome and supported. Being located within the referral hospital means we have access to a fantastic support network to help further clinical development, as well as access to additional equipment and medications.

This position would suit an experienced small animal vet, preferably with a minimum of 2+ years' experience. The role involves primary care OOH consultations, receiving member practice case transfers, inpatient care, medical work ups and surgery. A strong medical knowledge is required and experience in routine and emergency surgery. You will possess good communication skills and have a passion to deliver excellent care and client service.

Hours of work will be predominantly 7am-8pm and shifts are worked alongside colleague veterinary surgeons starting at different points through the day/night.

There is opportunity to perform occasional weekend work e.g. 1 in 4 weekends so please reach out to us to see what we can offer.

As well as a competitive salary we have number of benefits as part of the CVS group:

• Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS).
• CPD and further studies encouraged. Your learning and clinical growth us important to us!
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme – allowing you to purchase an additional two weeks of annual leave.
• Long Service Holiday – Receive extra days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
• Workplace pension scheme matched up to 6%
• Mental Health first aiders. Our people are at the heart of what we do and your health & wellbeing matters!
• Maternity / Adoption Pay – 10 weeks full pay and 10 weeks half pay.
• Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave.
• Cycle to work scheme, saving 25-39% on a bike and accessories!
• Discounted pet treatments.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it the most.
• Discounted UK gym membership with Gym Flex.
• Performance bonus scheme.
• Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE).
• Internal career progression and transfers available – with a network of over 500 practices, we can support you should you need to relocate.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.

If you're interested in this great role, please click on the 'Apply Now' button below. For further information on the role please contact Emma Strange, Clinical Director, on Emma.Strange@chestergates.org.uk.