Veterinary Surgeon – Okeford Veterinary Centre, Okehampton and Chagford Salary: £45,000 to £60,000 DOE Contract: Full-time or Part-time or Fixed-term Hours: 40 hours per week with a share of the Saturday rota; flexible/part time options considered
Looking for a fresh start or the next step in your veterinary career? Whether you're after clinical variety, a supportive team, or better work-life balance, Okeford Veterinary Centre in Okehampton could be a great fit.
A bit about us
We're a friendly, collaborative 1st opinion practice in Devon, with RCVS accreditation, silver ISFM status, and a strong focus on client care. Our facilities include ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, digital and dental radiography, ECG, and in-house lab. The role involves some work at our Chagford branch when neccessary. Our team of 8 vets and 5 nurses offers referrals in surgery and dermatology, with interests in acupuncture and imaging. This role could suit a veterinary surgeon with an interest in Dentistry, but this is not essential Okeford Veterinary Centre, Okehampton | The Vet Collection— feel free to have a look and learn a bit more about us.
What makes this role different
Flexible hours are considered — if you're after part-time, just let us know
You'll have time to follow through on cases and work with a consistent team
No OOH and a share of the Saturday rota
Opportunities to pursue certificates and work with advanced equipment including keyhole surgery, endoscopy, dental x-ray machine and our ultrasound machine
The location
Based in Okehampton, we're lucky to be on the edge of Dartmoor and near the beach, offering a fantastic lifestyle with great local amenities and everything you need in town. A good balance of work and life is important here.
What we're looking for
Comfortable with routine surgeries and consultations
Happy to work sole charge and as part of a team
Experienced, independent veterinary surgeon
Benefits
Our standard benefits include:
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) and option to buy/sell an additional 4 weeks!
RCVS, VDS and subscription fees paid
Generously encouraged and fully funded CPD – abundant opportunities within the business aided by internal and external development courses and programmes
Receive an extra days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
Cycle to work scheme and subsidised gym membership
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay
Pension scheme – automatic enrolment and completely hassle free
Access to First Aid for Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions across CVS and 300 trained CVS colleagues in this role
Colleague discount on pet products and treatments including free consults, and a discount to our online pharmacy, Animed.
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