Veterinary Surgeon

Job title: Veterinary Surgeon Location: Beckenham, Greater London Practice: Medivet 24 Hour Beckenam Hours: Full Time Contract type: Permanent

About Us

Beckenham 24-Hour is a busy, well-established six-vet hospital complete with dedicated night team who manage all out of our care for the region.

We have a fantastic nursing and support team including Practice Manager, Head Nurse, RVNs, SVNs and Reception team.

We are a friendly bunch who work together to regular review and improve protocols. Our practice has a friendly client base who appreciate the personal and exceptional standard of care we provide.

The practice is well-equipped with ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray. We have surgical facilities including laparoscopy and orthopaedic equipment, gastroscope and bronchoscope plus a wide array of more emergency equipment.

We have two ops theatres, three consults, separate dental room and cat/dog wards.

In addition we have Virtual Veterinary Service (VVS) support for cardiology and abdominal ultrasounds we also have a camera feed, so the specialist can chat though the scan and provide advice.

 

The Role

Join our friendly team at Beckenham 24-Hour! 

We have a long history of providing exceptional patient/client care to our local community and we are seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join us in our journey.

We see a variety of procedures and cases so have something to suit all areas of interest! 

This role offers a salary package of up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience and to include:

  • £1500 CPD allowance with 3-days CPD leave
  • RCVS, BVA and VDS fees paid
  • 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 4 weeks' paid sabbatical (after each 5 years of service)
  • Vehicle allowance or Company Vehicle
  • 4-day week with 1:3 half or 1:6 full weekends

Key Accountabilities

  • Daily duties will include consults, routine surgeries, dentals and x-rays etc. 
  • Providing a high standard of clinical care to your clients and patients, ensuring compliance and encouraging a progressive clinical culture across the team
  • Demonstrating a strong customer focus, managing the consistent delivery of exceptional care across the client journey
  • Support the team and help develop skills where required

Skills and Experience

  • Confident with all routine surgeries and consults 
  • Team player - working collaboratively in practice and with wider colleagues
  • Great communication skills to continue building strong relationships with clients and colleagues 

The Branch

Beckenham has quick direct links into London - Thameslink, Southeastern and Southern Train Lines. We also have staff parking available.

Beckenham Place Park across the road, where our vets regularly take their lunch in the nice weather. We're 5 minutes from the High Street with plenty of lovely shops and places to eat.

Our address is 8 Foxgrove Road Beckenham BR3 5AT

To apply for the Veterinary Surgeon role, click the apply now button.

If you don’t have an up-to-date CV or would prefer an informal chat about the role before applying, please contact Georgia on georgia.lister-cook@medivet.co.uk