About the Role
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<p>Part‑time vet role with modern facilities, strong clinical support, varied caseloads, no OOH, and excellent opportunities for development in a progressive team.</p>
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<h2><strong>Who They Are</strong></h2>
<p>This is a <strong>modern, purpose‑built small animal practice</strong> serving its local community for over 50 years. The site includes two surgical theatres, a dedicated nurse consulting room, spacious reception areas, and convenient client parking with nearby walking routes. The practice holds <strong>silver‑level cat‑friendly and dog‑friendly accreditations</strong>, supported by team members with additional feline and behaviour‑related qualifications.</p>
<p>The clinical environment includes <strong>digital radiography with a bucky table, dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, rhinoscopy, and a fully equipped in‑house laboratory</strong>. The team comprises veterinary surgeons with interests in internal medicine, general surgery, ophthalmology, and exotic species, supported by an experienced nursing team and a strong client‑care group.</p>
<p>The practice offers a collaborative culture with daily rounds, regular in‑house training, clinical governance meetings, and structured pathways for certificate study.</p>
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<h2><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></h2>
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<li>Deliver <strong>first‑opinion consultations, routine surgical procedures, and medical work‑ups</strong> across a varied caseload.
<li>Work <strong>up to 32 hours per week</strong>, spread across <strong>2, 3, or 4 days</strong>, depending on your preferred rota.
<li>Participate in a <strong>1 in 4 Saturday rota</strong>, with <strong>no out‑of‑hours responsibilities</strong>.
<li>Utilise modern diagnostic equipment to support <strong>abdominal ultrasound</strong>, with opportunities to develop further imaging skills.
<li>Support the management of small mammals and exotic patients alongside the core small animal caseload.
<li>Work confidently during occasional sole‑charge shifts.
<li>Collaborate with colleagues across veterinary, nursing, and support teams to maintain effective, high‑quality clinical workflows.
<li>Communicate clearly with clients, developing tailored treatment plans aligned with patient needs and clinical best practice.
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<h2><strong>What You’ll Gain From Them</strong></h2>
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<li><strong>Salary up to £50,000 FTE</strong>, depending on experience.
<li>Flexible, part‑time arrangement designed to support work–life balance.
<li>Access to a broad caseload supporting development in:
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<li>Internal medicine
<li>Diagnostic imaging (with emphasis on ultrasound)
<li>General surgery
<li>Exotic species
<li>Clinical communication and case continuity
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<li>Encouragement and financial support for <strong>certificates and further qualifications</strong>.
<li>Links to a wider referral network for additional learning and support.
<li>A comprehensive benefits package including:
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<li>5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave (pro‑rata)
<li>Pension contributions
<li>Paid RCVS and VDS fees
<li>Life assurance
<li>Enhanced family leave
<li>Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
<li>Fully funded internal and external CPD
<li>Wellbeing and employee assistance programmes
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<h2><strong>What They Need From You</strong></h2>
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<p><strong>RCVS Registration</strong> – eligibility to practise as a Veterinary Surgeon in the UK.</p>
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<p><strong>Clinical Competence</strong> – ability to deliver first‑opinion consultations, routine surgery, and imaging‑supported diagnostics.</p>
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<p><strong>Ultrasound Capability</strong> – basic proficiency in abdominal ultrasound to support medical caseloads.</p>
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<p><strong>Decision‑Making</strong> – confidence undertaking independent clinical assessments, including occasional sole‑charge shifts.</p>
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<p><strong>Client Communication</strong> – ability to explain clinical information clearly and support informed decisions.</p>
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<p><strong>Team Collaboration</strong> – willingness to contribute to a supportive, learning‑focused clinical environment.</p>
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<p><strong>Commitment to Development</strong> – enthusiasm for CPD and ongoing clinical learning.<br />
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<h2><strong>What’s Next</strong></h2>
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<li>Submit your CV for review.
<li>GVC will contact you to discuss your preferred working hours, clinical interests, and next steps.
<li>The recruitment process typically includes an informal discussion followed by a clinical interview.
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