Veterinary Surgeon - Willett House - Staines

Veterinary SurgeonWillett House Veterinary Surgeons | Staines & Surrounding Branch PracticesFull-Time | 4-Day Week | Salary £55,000+ DOEWe are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at Willett House Veterinary Surgeons in Staines and our surrounding branch practices .With over 135 years of experience caring for pets and supporting their owners, we're proud of the experienced team we've built, the values that guide us and the supportive culture we've created across our family of 8 practices. You'll be joining a practice where colleagues are trusted, respected and encouraged to learn, develop and thrive as part of a collaborative team.As part of Kin Vet Community , a small collective of like-minded community veterinary practices, we benefit from the support, shared expertise and collaborative approach that comes from working alongside teams who share our commitment to exceptional veterinary care.Whilst every practice retains its own culture, leadership and way of working, being part of Kin Vet creates greater opportunities to learn from one another, invest in our people and facilities, and continue evolving the services we provide to pets and their owners.The OpportunityThis is an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our supportive and experienced clinical team, working across Willett House Staines Veterinary Hospital and our surrounding branch practices .You'll enjoy the best of both worlds: the variety and continuity of first-opinion practice, alongside the advanced facilities and clinical support of a hospital environment.The role is split approximately:2 days at Staines Veterinary Hospital2 days across our branch practicesYou'll manage a varied small animal caseload, including consultations, surgery, diagnostics and inpatient care, with excellent support from experienced clinicians and certificate holders across multiple disciplines.About Willett House Staines Veterinary HospitalStaines Veterinary Hospital is a central hub supporting several surrounding branch practices. We provide high-quality first-opinion care while offering access to advanced diagnostics and procedures usually associated with referral-level facilities.Our experienced team includes certificate holders and clinicians with interests in:SurgeryCardiologyDiagnostic ImagingInternal MedicineOphthalmologyAnaesthesiaOur facilities include:CT scannerDigital X-rayUltrasoundAdvanced surgical theatresHospital facilities for more complex proceduresOperating facilities across many branch practicesYou'll have the opportunity to work up interesting cases, utilise advanced diagnostics and develop your clinical skills while maintaining the rewarding client relationships that come with first-opinion practice.Your Day-to-DayYour role will include:Providing high-quality first-opinion consultationsManaging medical work-ups and diagnosticsPerforming routine soft tissue surgerySupporting inpatient care and case managementWorking collaboratively with colleagues across the hospital and branch practicesTaking part in daily clinical discussions and case reviewsProviding continuity of care for clients and their petsAbout YouIdeally, you will have:1+ years' post-graduate experienceConfidence managing first-opinion consultationsExperience with routine soft tissue surgeryA desire to continue learning and developing clinicallyA friendly, approachable personalityStrong communication skills and a collaborative mindsetCertificate holders are welcomed, but a certificate is not essential. We actively support vets who wish to develop their clinical interests, with certificate funding available.Working HoursFull-time position4-day working week8:30am-7:00pm shifts1:9 early shift (7:30am start)1:9 late shift (until 9:30pm)1:9 Saturday (8:00am-5:00pm)No out-of-hours requirement - OOH is covered by Vets Now.Why Join Willett House?When you join Willett House, you'll become part of a supportive and progressive veterinary team where your clinical development is encouraged.You'll benefit from:Salary of £55,000+ DOEA 4-day working weekNo out-of-hours commitmentsExcellent clinical support from experienced vets and certificate holdersAccess to advanced equipment including CT, ultrasound and digital imagingA varied caseload with opportunities to develop your clinical skillsThe opportunity to work within a hospital environment while maintaining first-opinion careStrong mentoring and daily clinical collaborationExcellent career progression opportunitiesSupport towards further qualifications and certificatesCPD Benefits£1,500 annual CPD allowanceUp to 5 days CPD leaveCertificate funding availableLocationWillett House Staines Veterinary Hospital & Branch PracticesStaines and surrounding areasTravel between practices is required, with driving preferred due to the nature of the role.Ready to take the next step?If you're looking for a role where you can develop your clinical skills, work alongside experienced clinicians and have access to outstanding facilities and support, we'd love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ