We are looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our Thanet Vets Family. We are a small animal first opinion practice in the lovely coastal area of Thanet Kent.
Find a place to excel
Thanet is a coastal area with a lot of lovely sandy beaches to visit. We are close to transport links for trains and the ferry should you wish to visit the city or heading over to mainland Europe.
Our clinics
We have two clinics. Our main clinic is in Margate and is fully equipped with digital radiography with AI technology, dental radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy/bronchoscopy, orthopaedic equipment, and an in-house laboratory and has recently been refurbished to include an additional fourth consulting room. Our Birchington branch has one consulting room and a cattery to the rear of the building.
Our supportive team
We have 5.5 vets (including yourself). We actively encourage career development to enable you to thrive in your career and your interest. We currently have vets who hold certificates or are studying for certificates in small animal surgery, diagnostic imaging, and anaesthesia and analgesia. You will be supported by a wonderful team of 6 RVNs and 1 Student Nurse alongside a wonderful reception team. The management team have an open door policy and are trained in leadership and wellbeing. We believe that your wellbeing is key to ensure a happy team and working life.
What can we offer
Your working hours will be 40 hours a week over 4 days and 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (8.30am - 12.30pm). Work-life balance is as important to us as it is to you, we are willing to be flexible with the hours for the right candidate. The practice is open between 8am and 7pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 12.30pm Saturdays, and closed on Sunday. There are no OOH, these are covered by Vets Now.
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:
1. Work-life balance:
6.6 weeks annual leave
Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
2. 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
3. Development:
£1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid 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 £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
Infection Prevention and Control Programme
Quality Improvement Programme
4. Professional Memberships:
BVA membership
VDS cover
RCVS fees
5. Additional:
Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
Discounted staff pet care
Up to £68,000 DOE
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