The Role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. Days per week would depend on whether you are looking for full time or part time but would likely range between 3-4 days per week, with a 1 in 4 Saturday morning rota. Shift patterns would include
a mixture of 9am-5pm and 9am-7.30pm shifts with a half an hour lunch break. No OOH shifts.

Day to day duties include routine surgeries, emergency surgeries, routine and emergency consultations, answering advice phone calls and e-mails and dispensing prescriptions.

Responsibilities will sometimes entail being sole charge at the practice.

About Us

Sanders Vets is a 5 vet small animal practice in a small village in South Wales, close to Cardiff and the stunning surrounding mountainous countryside. There is a train station approximately 5 minutes’ drive from the practice. Recently refurbished so very clean and new, we have digital x-ray, ultrasonography with a cardiac and new linear probe, endoscopy with a bronchoscope, tonopen, kennels and separate cattery, theatre with space for 2 surgeons to operate concurrently, separate dental room with dental radiography and 4 consulting rooms.

We are a friendly, welcoming group with a very low staff turnover rate. Our team is made up of 5 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 Kennel Assistant, Practice Manager, Head Receptionist and 3 additional Receptionists and Insurance Administrator. We have a certi-ficate holder in diagnostic imaging, no specialists. Our priority is to provide compassionate patient care with excellent client communication.

Applicant Requirements

The ideal candidate would be an experienced general practice vet who
is happy with all aspects of veterinary care, is a team player and has exceptional communication skills, empathy and passion for the best client care. Would be a bonus to have a particular interest in medicine, however any certificates/specialities would be very welcomed.

We are looking for an experienced candidate who is happy with all aspects of both routine and emergency consultations, and the common routine and surgical emergencies, including but not limited to neutering, mass removals, dentals, pyometras, C-sections, ex-laps, x-rays/ultra-sound imaging. MRCVS qualification or equivalent required.

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
• Pawsome - 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 well-being
• 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.

If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.

To apply, please email your CV to Mike via the apply button or call 07977243700 for more information.