Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon - West Berkshire - Slough
- Veterinary Surgeon opportunity at a RCVS accredited small animal hospital in West Berkshire.
- State-of-the-art equipment including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound with colour doppler, endoscopy and much more
- Certificate holders in ophthalmology, imaging, and surgery
- Amazing salary up to £75,000
- Relocation Allowance of £2,000
Are you a Veterinary Surgeon looking for your next career opportunity? We may have the perfect role for you!
Our client, a well-respected, RCVS-accredited small animal practice, is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and dynamic team. Located in a popular market town in West Berkshire, this practice has been established for over 100 years and is one of the largest first-opinion practices in the UK.
As part of this role, you will work within a large team across three branches, ensuring no sole charge responsibilities. Your duties will include consultations (at least 15 minutes per consultation), surgery, work-ups, and time for day-to-day phone calls and other ancillary veterinary tasks.The position is ideal for a vet who enjoys working in a supportive and collaborative environment.
The main hospital is a RCVS Tier 3 facility, based in a vibrant town in West Berkshire. With a 45-minute train journey to London Paddington and situated near the North Wessex Downs, the location offers both convenience and beautiful countryside for outdoor activities.The two additional branches are located within a short distance of Newbury and are fully equipped with state-of-the-art surgical and diagnostic equipment, including digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound with colour doppler, endoscopy, arthroscopy, operating microscope, microsurgical equipment, slit lamp, and tonovet.
You will be joining a team of 17 Vets and 30 Nurses (including Nursing Assistants). The team includes certificate holders in ophthalmology, imaging, and surgery, with others currently pursuing certificates in medicine, exotics, and surgery. Our client is committed to professional development and encourages further education, offering support for special interests.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to expand your knowledge, manage a varied caseload, and grow your confidence as an all-round vet. With a supportive team and highly experienced colleagues, this is an ideal position for those looking to take the next step in their veterinary career.
The Rota:- Full time role - 4 day week
- Shared OOH rota with full back-up when on call at night (the current rota pattern is 1:15 nights and 1:7 weekends)
- Part time applications welcome
- A fantastic salary up to £75,000DOE
- Relocation Allowance of £2,000
- 6.6 weeks annual leave
- Your birthday as a paid day off
- Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle to work scheme
- Certificate support
- BVA membership
- VDS cover
- RCVS fees
- Pension scheme
- Discounted staff pet care
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com
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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: J77084/MP