Locum Vet - Charity Hospital | East Kent
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Salary
Up to £500 per day DOE
Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)
Contact
Rob James
East Kent, United Kingdom
Locum Vet - Charity Hospital | East Kent
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Locum Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy and rewarding charity-led small animal practice on the Kent Coast. This is an ongoing requirement while the team recruits permanently, offering a varied caseload, a supportive clinical environment, and the chance to make a genuine difference to animal welfare.
The Role
- 🗓️ ASAP start with an ongoing commitment whilst permanent recruitment is underway
- ⏰ 5 days per week, 8:30am to 6:00pm
- 🚫 No weekends, no on-call duties and no OOH requirements
- 👨⚕️ Work alongside one other Veterinary Surgeon, with only minimal sole charge at the beginning and end of the day
- 🩺 Mix of consultations and surgery, with consults-only options also considered
- ⌛ 15-minute consult slots for sick and injured patients, with 10-minute preventative care appointments
- 💷 £50 per day accommodation allowance available where required
The Practice
- 👩⚕️ Supported by a dedicated team of 6 Nurses and 6 Veterinary Care Assistants
- 🏥 Busy charity environment offering a genuinely varied and interesting caseload
- 🔬 Frequent surgical procedures including pyometras, foreign body removals and other rewarding soft tissue cases
- ❤️ Opportunity to work with a wide range of patients requiring both routine and urgent care
- 🤝 Collaborative and supportive team culture with strong nursing support throughout the day
Additional Information
- 🌟 Ideal for vets who enjoy a fast-paced and clinically rewarding caseload
- 📈 Excellent opportunity to utilise both consulting and surgical skills
- 🐾 Meaningful charity work helping pets and owners who need support most
- 🚗 Accommodation support available for those travelling from further afield
If you're looking for a rewarding locum role with a busy caseload, strong support network and excellent work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
Rob James | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 126 | [email protected]
Tel: 01392 793 126
Address:
East Kent, United Kingdom