Veterinary Surgeon

The Role

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with experience to join our team in our first opinion small animal practice. This is a permanent full-time position, but we will consider part time applications and flexible hours. The caseload is varied, and the role provides a mix of consulting and surgery. The role also involves 1 in 6 Saturday mornings. We concentrate on a good work life balance for all our employees, and we support all areas of development whether that be career progression or studying for certifications in areas of interest.

What’s on Offer?

The salary is up to £60,000 depending on experience, and Hawthorne are offering a welcome bonus of up to £3000!

About Us

Hawthorne Lodge Vets are a single site small animal first opinion practice in the town of Banbury, North Oxfordshire, only 55 minutes from the centre of London by train and located midway between Oxford and Stratford-upon-Avon. We are a 6-vet practice working with an experienced support staff team including 6 RVN’s. Our spacious, purpose-designed practice is fully equipped. In addition, we also have an on-site CT scanner, equipment for laparoscopic surgery and a dedicated dental suite with dental x-rays. One of our vets is currently studying for a certificate in surgery and we also have a certificate holder in ophthalmology and medicine.

Applicant Requirements

This position would suit a vet with experience looking to develop clinically with a varied caseload using the excellent facilities and supportive team that we have. Already comfortable with first opinion consulting and surgery you are looking to develop your medical, surgical, and diagnostic imaging skills further. You may be wanting to study for a certificate, or you may already hold one

Because our employee's 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 including bank holidays
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance
• 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 £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

As a BAME and LGBTQ+ 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.

If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch. Please quote BH6264 when you apply.

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