An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for orthopaedics to join a friendly practice in the Brecon area of Powys. The ideal candidate would have experience performing TPLO/CCWO/TTA and fracture fixation, and have soft tissue surgical and general practice skills. However, candidates with a solid foundation in surgical techniques wishing to learn new orthopaedic procedures are also encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Full-time role (4-day week), part-time considered.
Participation in Saturday rota 1:5 and inpatient on-call rota 1:6 (Mon-Fri only, no nights on call on Sat/Sun/Bank Holidays).
Start at 08:45, with the last appointment at 18:15.
15-minute appointments.
The Candidate:
The practice prides itself on maintaining its own inpatients, providing a high standard of care and continuity for its patients.
The successful candidate will also be expected to offer back-up support to junior vets on a 1:6 basis.
In addition to leading the orthopaedic service, the candidate will be a capable GP Vet who enjoys a variety of procedures and is comfortable administering vaccines.
The role will involve working across four RCVS-accredited branches in South Wales, all equipped with ultrasound, digital X-ray, and in-house blood machines.
More About the Practice:
The practice's greatest asset is its team, who look after and support each other. They prioritise the well-being of their team, ensuring full lunch breaks, finishing on time, and allowing time for a cup of tea and toilet breaks. The practice is also a trailblazer for the new BVA Good Workplace Accreditation scheme, demonstrating its commitment to providing the best possible work environment for its team.
The practice is located in a beautiful part of the country near the Brecon Beacons National Park, with great transport links and easy access to Bristol and Cardiff in 45 minutes and 2.5 hours to London.
Benefits:
The salary on offer will be reflective of skills and experience
28 days holiday including bank holidays (based on 4 days/week)
£1750 CPD allowance per annum plus 5 days
Health Shield - wide-ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments
RCVS Membership paid, and two other membership subscriptions
VDS cover
Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay
Discounted veterinary fees
One day paid for volunteering
My Perks – offers, discounts, and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment, and much more
Cycle to Work scheme
Company sick pay
Visa sponsorship
Annual pay reviews
Focus on employee wellbeing
Career progression opportunities
Colleague engagement survey
CPD/training support
This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to develop their skills and work in a supportive and professional environment.
Job Reference No: JN-052025-32308