Overview

Job description: Synchronised Solution is recruiting a Veterinary Surgeon to work in a very well-equipped clinic in Chester-Le-Street, County Durham. There is a great team of Vets, Nurses and Receptionist offering an exceptional service to a strong client base  The practice offers a full range of veterinary services and is equipped with state of the art equipment including digital x-ray, dental x-ray, endoscopy, ultrasound, physiotherapy laser, and in house hematology and biochemistry machines as well as access to CT Imaging, Endoscopy and MRI. The practice also offers dedicated wards, a large waiting room and a euthanasia room.  

Candidate should have at least 3 years small animal practice experience. You should be able to work in a busy environment and sole charge when required.

There are excellent long term prospects for the right candidate, with career development and specialism actively encouraged. You must have a strong client-oriented approach and excellent communication skills, work to a very high standard both medically and surgically and have the drive and ambition to help develop this practice further.

The successful candidate will work 4 days, 39 hours a week. The shift pattern includes 1:6 weekends.

Location details: The practice is located right in the city centre. Chester is a quiet and charming market town surrounded by rugged countryside. Chester-le-Street’s charm has not gone unnoticed. In 2016, The Sunday Times listed it as one of the best places to live in the north of England.

Salary and benefits: This is a 4 day week role and you will have to work 1 in 6 weekends. There is on offer a very competitive package up to £55000 per year including permanent yearly accommodation allowance. A car is also provided or allowance as well as generous CPD with 3 days paid CPD leave and in house training allowance. VDS, RCVS, BVA fees paid. Exclusive retail,days out and holiday discounts available, childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, auto enrollment UK pension scheme and many other benefits including 5 weeks annual leave and fantastic career progression opportunities. Candidates who currently don’t live within 50 miles from the practice are entitled for up to £2000 relocation allowance. Candidates from outside the UK are entitled for up to £5000 relocation allowance.

We can also support Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa if you meet the criteria and are eligible to register as a veterinary surgeon with the RCVS.

Start date: We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon that can start ASAP. To apply please send your updated CV.