Permanent Veterinary Surgeon - Norwich
Type: Small Animal
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Practice Type:
- They are one of 3 practices in Norwich and although they are part of a group they are individually owned and run.
- They have a supportive, experienced team across the Norwich group with certificate holders in surgery and ophthalmology and four other vets currently studying for certificates.
- They have a brand-new ultrasound, digital X-ray, dental X-ray, endoscopy, tonometry, slit lamp, multi-parameter units for both theatres and a full in-house lab.
Role:
- Looking to step into leadership? Our client is looking for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join their dynamic team. As part of their ongoing commitment to excellence, they are seeking a passionate and experienced Veterinary Surgeon.
- As a Senior Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a crucial role in mentoring and guiding their veterinary team.
- Your primary focus will be to support the professional development of the 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
Branch Work: They have three practices in total and this role will be shared between two of these.
Key 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 withthe 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 the 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.
- They’re generous with CPD, which colleagues are actively encouraged and supported to use to further their interests and develop their skills in a direction of their choosing. So, if you’re keen to continue developing then they are here to support you too!
Hours: Your hours will be 30-40 hours per week, with no out of hours, and 1:5 weekends
Skills/Exp:
- They are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who has proven experience in mentoring or coaching veterinary professionals, or similar environments.
- They are keen to help support and develop somebody so happy to consider individuals with lesser experience but keen to progress their clinical coaching expertise.
- You will also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
- They require you to have a Degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) and a full registration with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).
Salary: With a salary of up to £60,000 p/a - depending on experience
Benefits:
- 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 the probationary period
- A contributory pension scheme
- A generous CPD allowance
- 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)
- In-house career development opportunity
- Paid membership fees
- Access to the reward hub which has colleague discounts
Ref: JN -112024-32220
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