Salary is up to £60,000 DOE

Celyn Vet Group are looking for a Experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join us on a 12 month fixed term, maternity cover contract (potential for this to be extended).

We're open to supporting different rotas, shifts and hours to offer you the work life balance that you need.

Ideally, we are looking for a candidate that has a keen interest in operating and is comfortable carrying out all routine operations and any surgical emergencies you would expect to see in a first opinion practice. The role is a mix of consulting and operating/procedures.

We have a range of demographics forming our growing client base, with many insured clients or just those wanting the best for their pets, allowing comprehensive medical workups.

The Role

You will be mainly based at our Holywell site, but will also work some shifts at our other branch site in Prestatyn. We are looking for someone full time, 3 and a 1/2 days a week ideally. This also includes 1 in 4 Saturdays (8am-midday). For the right candidate, we would be happy to discuss the potential of part-time hours (minimum 30 hours). Saturday working would still be required.

Our Practice

We are a team of 13, consisting of a Clinical Director, Practice Manager, 2 vets, 3 RVN's, 1 Head RVN, 1 Animal Care Assistant, 1 Head Receptionist and 3 Receptionists.

Investing in our practice, care and team is important to us. So we would be keen to support your expertise or learning goals and incorporate them into services for the practice, if possible. So, please do talk to us about any Certificates you are aiming for.

We have all the usual toys, ultrasound, digital x-ray, in-house haematology and biochemistry, microscope, dental x-ray. We are very lucky to be based in the beautiful location of North Wales! We are spoilt with natural beauty from beaches to blissful country walks! We have great transport links the Chester, Liverpool and Manchester for those who enjoy the bigger cities.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

*6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

*Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

*Private Medical Insurance

*Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline

*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

*Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

*£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata

*Certificate support

*Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy

*Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider

*All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding

*All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund

*Infection Prevention and Control Programme

*Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

*BVA membership

*VDS cover

*RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

*Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well

*Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria

*Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you

*Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

*Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Salary up to £60,000 DOE