Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon Crosby, Merseyside

Location: Crosby, Merseyside
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per year

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join the professional and personable team at a practice in Crosby, Merseyside. This is a chance to provide exceptional care in a practice that values going beyond basic consultations. The team prioritizes listening to and empathizing with both patients and clients, always ensuring they are put first.

As a qualified veterinary surgeon, the ideal candidate will have substantial experience in small animal practice. They will be competent in clinical examination and surgery, and be comfortable working both independently (sole charge) and as part of a collaborative team. The practice values trust, care, and progress, and seeks a candidate who embodies these values, with strong interpersonal skills to build trusting relationships with colleagues and clients alike. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication skills and a desire to share knowledge, acting as a positive example to others within the team.

The practice offers an opportunity to further develop both medical and surgical skills in a first opinion practice, equipped with up-to-date technology such as ultrasound, digital X-ray (including dental), and Idexx Catalyst.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients during consultations and procedures.
• Provide excellent client care, offering clear updates and transparent communication about patient progress.
• Maintain professional excellence by observing the highest standards of regulatory, practice, and operational compliance.
• Prepare accurate and tailored treatment plans for each patient, with clear cost estimates.
• Engage, mentor, and develop the team, enhancing their skills and ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Ensure smooth clinical handovers and arrange for patient transfers as needed for out-of-hours or enhanced care.
• Support and share clinical best practices within the practice and the wider Medivet community.

Key Benefits:

• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health cash plan from day one, covering dental, physiotherapy, and optical services, plus access to a 24/7 Private GP service.
• Life Assurance (3x salary).
• Access to 24-hour counselling support, both by phone and in person.
• 5 weeks of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service.
• An additional "Day for You" a paid days leave to use as desired.
• £1,500 per year for Clinical CPD, plus 3 days paid leave.
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• Paid VDS, RCVS, and BVA memberships.
• Sabbatical based on length of service.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts on products and services.
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support.

Skills and Experience:

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Experienced in delivering exceptional care to both patients and clients.
• Proficient in working effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrates strong clinical leadership skills.
• Proven experience in fostering a progressive clinical culture.
• Experience in supporting nurse consultations and Schedule 3 procedures, understanding how these contribute to clinic performance and efficiency.
• Skilled in coaching and influencing colleagues to maximize their potential.

If you are a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to make a meaningful difference in a supportive team, this is an excellent opportunity to further your career while enjoying an excellent work-life balance. Submit your CV and call Mia on View phone number on careers-page.com for a confidential chat.

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