Veterinary Surgeon Required At Tower Veterinary Centre, Perth
2 weeks ago 
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Salary
£30000- £50000 FTE DOE
Company
Tower Veterinary Centre, Perth
Contact
Margaret Oliver
Perth, Perthshire, United Kingdom
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, friendly colleague for a small animal position preferably full time but part time would be considered. Full time hours (40) are 9am- 7pm three days a week, a 9am to 5pm one day and a half day 9am to 12.30pm. One Saturday 9am - 4 pm on a one in five rota with the possibility of a one in six rota in near future. If you are on a Saturday, to help with the work life balance, you get a full day off instead of a half day the following week. Out of hours are covered by Vets Now. Salary for the role is between £30000- £50000 FTE depending on experience.
We have an excellent team of five experienced vets and we are looking to replace a much-appreciated colleague who is going back home to practice. The team also consists of three qualified nurses who have been with Tower for over 40 years between them and two Veterinary nurse students, one who is due to qualify with in the year. There are three fantastic animal care assistants who help keep our level of care at the very best standards. We have a great reception team and a practice manager full of ideas and enthusiasm. We have great kit- in house biochemistry and Haematology machines, digital x-ray and state of the art developer, endoscope, ultrasound, blood pressure monitor, tonometer, dental x-ray and a fantastic IM3 dental machine. We are on an out of town site with plenty of parking and our premises are currently undergoing full refurbishment.
About Us
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our RCVS accredited single site practice in Perth, Scotland. Perth, a beautiful vibrant city in its own right, is known as the gateway to the Highlands. In central Scotland, you would only be an hour away from the cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh but also within an hour of the Cairngorms and picturesque Scottish hills, mountains and Lochs for climbing, skiing, hill walking and kayaking. We may be able to assist with relocation expenses.
When fully staffed, lunch hours and afternoon breaks are generous with some of the vets enjoying a run, dog walk and swim in their breaks. There is time allocated for telephone messages and reporting lab results. We would be interested in supporting further qualifications and pride ourselves on always developing ourselves!
Applicant Requirements
A vet with experience would be preferred but all applicants would be considered. Great surgical or medical opportunities exist as per the candidate’s preference. Qualifications - RCVS accredited Veterinary Degree.
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
- VDS cover
- 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
- Annual pay reviews
- Social events
- Sponsorship for overseas employees
- Academy & Leadership courses
- Focus on employee wellbeing
- Relocation packages
- Career progression opportunities
- Free flu jabs
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ 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. Please quote BH3716 when applying for this role.
Tel: 07977242572
Address:
West Huntingtower, Perth, Perthshire, United Kingdom