Registered Senior Veterinary Surgeon Sanctuary Personal

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Surgeon seeking a fulfilling career opportunity? Sanctuary Personnel is excited to present a fantastic permanent Registered Veterinary Surgeon position with one of the UK’s largest veterinary retailers based in Norwich.

The role is offering a salary of £60,000 per annum.

As a Senior Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a crucial role in mentoring and guiding our veterinary team. Your primary focus will be to support the professional development of our new graduate veterinarians, ensuring they are well-equipped to provide top-quality care. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinary professional who enjoys teaching, coaching, and helping others achieve their full potential.

Main responsibilities:

• Leading the team to manage a varied caseload and demonstrate ownership of their actions
• Be responsible and accountable for the entire Veterinary team
• Deliver top class clinical standards and client care
• Responsible, accountable and confident in dealing with management of absence
• Cover gaps in vet rota when/if other cover is not available
• Assess and audit the Veterinary team regularly and take appropriate action immediately where necessary
• Responsible for all required Veterinary duties to be completed each day
• Confidently administer high level Veterinary care and monitor the progress of the animal
• Prioritise first aid/emergency actions to stabilise and prevent animal discomfort
• Interact effectively with the nursing team and understand importance of good nursing
• Confident in all routine and non-routine consultations
• Provide hands-on coaching and guidance to veterinarians and veterinary nurses, helping them develop clinical skills and confidence
• Design and deliver training sessions on the latest veterinary practices, procedures, and technologies.
• Offer ongoing support to team members, assisting with complex cases and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Assess the progress of team members and create tailored development plans to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Work closely with our practice management and clinical teams to ensure that all staff receive the support and training they need.

Benefits of this Veterinary Surgeon Job:

• An attractive salary from £60,000 (Dependant on experience)
• Your hours will be 30-40 hours per week, with no out of hours, and 1:5 weekends
• Relocation packages from within or outside the UK
• Visa sponsorship if required (we’re an A+ rated sponsor)
• Access to private health insurance upon successful completion of probationary period
• A contributory pension scheme
• 5.6 weeks initial holiday, rising to 6.6 weeks after 2 years’ service!
• Your birthday off (or a day within 2 weeks of your birthday)
• Paid membership fees
• Access to the reward hub which has colleague discounts and
• 20% discount at Pets at Home and the Groom Room

What we’re looking for from Veterinary Surgeon applicants:

• Degree in Veterinary Medicine from a recognised university.
• Membership in the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
• Previous experience as a veterinary surgeon is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary best practices and medical regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact positively with clients and their pets.
• Ability to handle a variety of animals safely and effectively.
• Willingness to continually upgrade knowledge and skills in veterinary medicine.

If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, apply now! Join a team that values your skills, passion, and commitment to providing top-notch veterinary care.

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