Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Swift Referrals is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to enhance our emergency care services.

Discipline: Emergency Veterinary Medicine

Competitive salary offered

This role presents an exciting opportunity for a skilled Veterinary Surgeon to contribute to our emergency and referral services. The successful candidate will be integral in managing our first opinion out-of-hours service and collaborating with our Referral Clinicians to ensure exceptional care for our hospitalized patients. This position encompasses a varied mix of emergency consultations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures, alongside supporting our referral team with intricate investigations and inpatient management.

Our full-time emergency veterinarians typically engage in a 40-hour work week, primarily during weekdays, with shared responsibilities for night and weekend shifts among the team. We are committed to fostering individual and flexible working arrangements and are open to discussing tailored schedules.

Swift Referrals is a leading specialist referral and emergency veterinary hospital situated in a prime location. We are equipped with advanced technology, including a state-of-the-art intensive care unit featuring essential emergency equipment such as point-of-care ultrasonography, oxygen kennels, and multiparameter monitoring systems. Our comprehensive in-house laboratory offers a wide range of diagnostic tests, ensuring we meet the needs of our patients effectively.

Our team comprises highly skilled veterinary professionals, including European Specialists, dedicated hospital clinicians, and a supportive nursing and client care team. We prioritize the wellbeing and development of our staff, offering regular in-house CPD sessions and engaging team-building activities.

• Proven experience in managing common small animal medical and surgical emergencies.
• A collaborative team player within a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in high-pressure situations.
• Must be RCVS registered.

At Swift Referrals, we value our employees as key to our success. We offer a competitive salary based on experience and shift patterns, along with the following benefits:

• Generous CPD allowance of £1625 annually.
• Support for further studies and certifications.
• Access to the IVC Evidensia Academy for learning opportunities.
• Subscription to Vetlexicon, our online veterinary resource.
• Annual allocation of £1000 for personal development through our Care Fund.
• Infection Prevention and Control training.
• Quality Improvement initiatives.

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including parental leave options.
• Private Medical Insurance coverage.
• Special leave for birthdays.

• Discounts on veterinary services.
• Various retail and gym membership discounts.
• Company sick pay based on service duration.
• Support for overseas employees.
• Private pension scheme.

As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to making reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.