Veterinary Surgeon Required At Gilmore Vets - Standish.
10 months ago 
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Wigan, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
A rare opportunity has become available for a first opinion Veterinary Surgeon to join our wonderful team here at Gilmore Vets. Duties will include consultations, general surgery, diagnostics, x-ray, ultrasound and lab work. We offer the ability for full case responsibility as good case continuity is encouraged, whilst support is always available if needed. This is a varied role where no 2 days are ever the same. Both full and part time applicants will be considered for this role. An example of the full-time rota is working a 44 hour week over 4 days plus 1 in 4 Saturdays with no OOH working Various part time shifts are available and can be discussed at interview stage. Salary for this role is up to £45,000 DOE and pro rata for part time.
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About Us
Gilmore Vets is situated in a beautiful character building in Standish town centre. Our facilities include, in house laboratory, dental machine, digital x-ray, digital ultrasound, fluid pump, blood pressure machine and we are gradually adding to this from our extensive wish list! We predominantly care for small animals but our contribution to rescue work and wildlife care is important to us, regularly helping hedgehogs, wild birds and occasionally foxes. We’re a first opinion practice but regularly invite visiting specialists in to enhance our service. Our focus is on the people, it’s a fabulous supportive and cohesive team striving to do their very best for every animal we see. We are a team of 1 Clinical Director, 3 Vets, 7 Nurses, 1 VCA, 1 SVN, 2 front of house and 1 PM. We get on well as a team and support each other as much as possible. We are delighted to say that our wonderful Clinical Director - Potts was nominated and won the Petplan Veterinary Award - Vet of the year 2021! (Well deserved). We have several amazing bakers on the team, so we are never short of delicious treats or warm drinks!
Applicant Requirements
We are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon, who is confident with consulting and has experience in dealing with customers. A good understanding in the different aspects of unassisted general surgery, excellent interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude is a must. A passion for providing gold standard care and a good sense of humour is essential. Our management team has a dedicated focus to try and ensure that the team are valued, happy and able to put their training to full to use. We are keen to support expertise and continual professional development, to build the career that's right for you within a friendly and committed environment.
Benefits (subject to pro rata)
• 5 weeks paid holiday not including bank holidays
• 5 days paid CPD leave
• £1250 CPD Allowance per annum
• Private Medical Insurance
• VDS Membership paid
• BVA Membership paid
• Service based holiday entitlement increases
• Enhanced maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Enhanced paternity pay
• Birthday leave
• Discounted veterinary fees
• My Benefits - various discounts including retail & gym memberships
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Pension
• CPD/training support
• Paid bereavement leave
• Company sick pay
• Employee opinion survey
• Free uniform in a number of roles
• Annual pay reviews
• Social events
• Sponsorship for overseas employees
• Academy & Leadership courses
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Relocation package up to £5000 and £1500 welcome bonus
• Career progression opportunities
• Free flu jabs
As a BAME and LGBT+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long term health conditions, and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.
Job Ref: BH2278
Tel: 07977242576
Address:
52 High Street Standish, Wigan, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom