Veterinary Surgeon - Visa Sponsorship/ECC Role

Exceptional Vet Required for Hospital Emergency & Critical Care Role in South Wales

This hospital team are on the lookout for an outstanding veterinary surgeon to join their esteemed Emergency and Critical Care team covering a mix of Day and Twilight shifts. This is a unique chance to become part of a dynamic and supportive environment, where your skills and passion for veterinary care will be fully nurtured and appreciated.

Why Join them?

Imagine a role that not only challenges you professionally but also offers an enviable work-life balance. Working on a rolling rota of 4 days on, 4 days off, you will have ample time to enjoy your personal life while thriving in a satisfying clinical role. The position involves no long night shifts or on-call duties, as permanent night vets cover these hours. This means you can focus on providing the best level of care during your shifts and enjoy uninterrupted downtime.

Valley Vets is a multi-disciplinary hospital that encourages collaboration between its first opinion and ECC teams. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a CT scanner, advanced ultrasonography, endosurgery facilities, and dedicated ECC wards. This ensures that you have all the tools you need to provide the best care possible.

The Role:

As part of the ECC team, you will handle a varied and interesting caseload, supported by a large team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, Animal Care Assistants, and reception staff. The role involves providing out-of-hours care for around 40 local practices, covering a wide range of medical and surgical cases. You will work an average of 35.1 hours per week, with a mix of day and twilight shifts.

The Benefits:

- Competitive Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
- Generous Holiday: Minimum 6.6 weeks inclusive of Bank Holidays, with options to buy and sell
- Professional Development: 5 days CPD with a budget of £1750, certificate study funded, and VDS and RCVS fees paid
- Health and Wellbeing: Health Plan Employment Benefit Scheme, health insurance, life insurance, and wellbeing support
- Additional Perks: Colleague Discount Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Perks offers, and a paid volunteering day
- Visa Sponsorship

About the Area:

This hospital is located in the diverse and vibrant region of South Wales. Whether you prefer the bustling city life of Cardiff, the serene coastal towns of the Vale of Glamorgan, or the scenic mountains of the Valleys and Brecon Beacons National Park, this area has something for everyone. From extensive sports facilities to beautiful nature trails, you will never run out of activities to enjoy in your free time.

The Next Steps:

If this role excites you or if you would like to learn more, please get in touch. An informal chat or a visit to meet the team can be arranged to help you get a real feel for what this team have to offer in the next step of your veterinary career.


For further information, an informal chat, or to apply, please email Debbie Loding at Debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk or 07384 551799 today.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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