Veterinary Surgeon - Eastbourne, East Sussex

We are looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. The position is full time, working 4 days a week on the rota, 1:4 weekends and no on call. On a typical day, you will start the morning consults at 09:00. The appointments can be very varied ranging from admitting animals that are coming in for surgery or investigations, to routine appointments like Vaccinations or if animals are unwell.

After the morning consults, the Vet will support the Nurses to prepare the animals that are in for surgical procedures and complete the surgery. After lunch, the afternoons and evenings will be back to consulting and discharging the surgical patients and any inpatients well enough to go home. During the afternoon the Vet will have free time to phone clients and complete paper work.

We have three practices that are situated by a beautiful seaside resort. There is easy transport links to the cities of Brighton and London. Two of the practices are walking distance to the beach. There are local shops, swimming pool, many Gyms. We are nearby a well-known beauty spot Beachy Head. We are a very well equipped first opinion practice, with visiting Veterinary referrals. We have a full diagnostic lab, ultrasonography, digital x-ray, Endoscopy.

We are a fun and friendly team and we offer support to each other. Each staff member have their own knowledge and experiences that they can share. There are 4 Vets, 7 Trained Nurses, 2 Student Nurses, 6 Receptionists and one Practice Manager.

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon that is compassionate when working with animals and their owners. You must have good knowledge in routine appointments in small animals and must be registered with the RCVS.

Benefits (subject to pro rata):

• 5 weeks paid holiday not including bank holidays
• 5 days paid CPD leave
• £1250 CPD Allowance per annum
• Private Medical Insurance
• VDS Membership paid
• BVA Membership paid
• Service based holiday entitlement increases
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Enhanced paternity pay
• Birthday leave
• Discounted veterinary fees
• My Benefits - various discounts including retail & gym memberships
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension
• CPD/training support
• Paid bereavement leave
• Company sick pay
• Employee opinion survey
• Free uniform in a number of roles
• Annual pay reviews
• Social events
• Sponsorship for overseas employees
• Academy & Leadership courses
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Relocation packages
• Career progression opportunities
• Free flu jabs

As a BAME and LGBT+ inclusive employer, 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.

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