Firstvets (South Hetton)
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – White Lion Vets, South Hetton. Full or part time, genuinely flexible hours, clinical interests fully supported, no OOH, support available for new or recent graduates. Salary up to £65,000 FTE.
Under positive new leadership and with brand new purpose built premises currently under construction (completion expected in the spring), we are now looking for another team member to be a part of this exciting new journey!
As our practice grows we are looking for an additional small animal vet to join our experienced and friendly team. While a ‘full time' working week is 40hrs spread over 5 days, we think that having a great work life balance is important so we are happy to be as flexible as you need us to be with working hours - part time, shifts that work around the school run, consults only, mornings only, different shift patterns on different weeks... tell us how you would like your working week with us to look and we'll do everything we can to make it happen!
We are a single site first opinion practice in a semi-rural area close to the beautiful cathedral city of Durham and easily accessible from the hubs of Newcastle, Sunderland, Hartlepool and Middlesbrough. Despite being close to the bright lights you only need to drive a short distance east from us and you will find the beaches and cliffs of the Durham coastline. Head west and you will find yourself in the beautiful Durham dales – so whether the urban jungle or the rural idyll is your thing you really can enjoy the best of both worlds here!
As a practice our focus is on striving to provide high quality and compassionate care to our clients and their pets, without compromising the wellbeing of our team. We understand that for you to be your best version of yourself for our clients, you need to have the space and time to look after yourself too. Consulting days are split up with sensible breaks to allow you time to eat/drink/admin as needed. Lunch breaks are protected, and the last routinely bookable consult is an hour before we close. Regular clinical catch ups and practice meetings give all staff members the opportunity to have their say on practice changes, make suggestions and raise concerns. We are committed to clinical progression and new ideas are always welcomed!
This role could suit either experienced or inexperienced applicants. If you are more experienced and have already found your niche then fantastic – we're happy to invest in new equipment if needed and you could play a genuine role in the practice's direction. If you're not quite there yet and are looking for guidance in taking the next steps in your career then no problem, we'd love to help.
The benefit of being part of a larger group means that we have a wealth of support available (because none of us know all the answers, all the time!), and we will genuinely support progression in any direction you choose. Visiting specialists allow cases to be worked up to an extremely high standard without referral, free access to the ‘Vet Oracle' medical advice service can give excellent insight into the cases that just don't seem to be following the rules and the online ‘Knowledge Hub' gives 24/7 access to over 260 courses and 235 webinars which are being added to all the time.
Visa costs supported, and all the benefits of corporate employment:
* Relocation allowance if applicable
* Professional memberships funded (RCVS & VDS)
* CPD and further studies encouraged - your learning and clinical growth is important to us!
* 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent), plus the option to purchase an additional two weeks leave per year with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme
* Long Service Holiday – receive 1 extra days leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
* Workplace pension scheme
* CVS Refresh – one of our health and wellbeing rewards. Our teams receive a weekly allowance to spend on tasty treats or fitness classes!
* Mental Health first aiders - our people are at the heart of what we do, and your health & wellbeing matters!
* Maternity/Adoption Pay – 10 weeks full pay and 10 weeks half pay
* Paternity Pay and Shared Parental Leave
* Fertility & pregnancy loss policy
* Cycle to work scheme, saving 25-39% on a bike and accessories!
* Discounted pet treatments
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 365 days a year helpline to support you and your immediate family when you need it the most
* Discounted UK gym membership with Gym Flex
* Performance bonus scheme
* Save as you Earn Scheme (SAYE)
* Internal career progression and transfers available – with a network of over 500 practices, we can support you should you need to relocate
To find out more please email our Internal Recruiter Emily on emily.herbert@cvsvets.com or to apply via our online portal please click ‘Apply Now'
CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.
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