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Veterinary Surgeon

  1. Full-time
  2. Veterinary Surgeon
  3. London

Remuneration

£70,000 to £80,000 per annum

The Opportunity:

Medivet Richmond is a well-established, thriving 24-hour hospital renowned for providing top-quality care to our diverse range of large and small animal patients. We offer advanced in-house diagnostic capabilities, including full lab facilities, x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and CT. With our RCVS Practice Standards accreditation and emergency and critical care accreditation, we are proud to be at the forefront of veterinary care.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our dynamic team and lead our surgical department. This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your existing expertise and have a significant impact on the quality of care we provide to our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead our dedicated surgical team, performing a combination of complex soft tissue and orthopedic procedures.

  • Handle an exciting caseload from routine surgeries to complex medical and surgical workups, including second opinion cases referred from across the region.

  • Manage and mentor junior veterinary staff, fostering an environment of learning and professional growth.

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the surgical theatre, working closely with our dedicated theatre nurses.

  • Provide expert guidance to the wider veterinary team, sharing knowledge, expertise, and skills.

  • Engage with emergency and critical care cases as part of our 24-hour service offering.

Working Hours:

  • Full-time role covering 40 hours per week over 4 days.

  • 1:6 weekends rotation, ensuring you maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to our high standards of patient care.

About You:
We’re looking for a seasoned Veterinary Surgeon who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in both soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries. You’ll have the leadership ability to inspire and guide a highly skilled team of vets and nurses, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Additionally, your experience and commitment to excellence will help shape the future direction of our surgical department.

Key Requirements:

  • RCVS Registered

  • Proven experience in soft tissue and orthopedic surgery

  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills

  • A commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and client service

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of an established, friendly team with many members having worked with us for over 10 years.

  • Work in a state-of-the-art facility with cutting-edge equipment, including CT, ultrasound, endoscopy, and more.

  • Enjoy a varied and challenging caseload, with the opportunity to perform complex surgeries and workups.

  • Competitive salary, excellent work-life balance, and comprehensive benefits package.

For more information contact joanne.gray@medivet.co.uk 

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