Veterinary Referral Clinician Surgery Swift Referrals

Veterinary Referral Clinician – Surgery - Soft TissueWe are seeking aresidency-trained or board-certified (ECVS/ACVS) Soft Tissue Surgeonto join our growing specialist-led team at Swift Referrals in Wetherby, West Yorkshire. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and hold, or be eligible for, membership of the RCVS.Swift Referrals is a multidisciplinary small animal referral practice offering services in internal medicine, oncology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery. We also run a first opinion out of hours service for neighbouring practices. We are in Wetherby, West Yorkshire with easy access to York, Harrogate and Leeds as well as the beautiful and uncrowded Northeast coast, the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors.We offer flexibility in our shift patterns to ensure a healthy work-life balance, including a 4-day work week. We understand the value of your expertise and commitment, which is why we offer great salaries.As oursoft tissue referral surgeon, you will work alongside our existing team of highly skilled specialists and hospital clinicians. You would be jointly responsible for attending to soft tissue surgery cases referred to us by practices throughout Northern and Central England. Procedures undertaken within the hospital include thoracotomies, BOAS procedures, complex abdominal surgeries (including gall bladder mucoceles), oncological resections, reconstructive skin flaps and more. Participation in in-house and external CPD is strongly encouraged.Be part of an advanced teamWe have a large team of talented veterinary professionals including Diplomates and certificate holders across surgery and internal medicine, supported by around 45 nurses (including dedicated night nurses), 6 hospital clinicians, and a committed client care team. The hospital is fully equipped with advanced facilities including:128-slice CT and 1.5 Tesla MRIDedicated soft tissue and orthopaedic theatresFull endoscopy suiteDigital radiography and ultrasonographyFully stocked in-house laboratoryLarge intensive care facility with 24/7 veterinary and nursing supervisionWe strive for excellent customer service and clinical standards, whilst fostering a collaborative, friendly environment with a strong team ethos.A great work pattern for a real work-life balanceThis is a full-time, permanent position with a 4-day work week (10 hours per day, 8am–6pm). On-call is shared within the team, currently structured as 2 nights per week and 1:3 weekends. With a dedicated Out of Hours team, this commitment is primarily to provide support to hospital clinicians, rather than routine on-site attendance. We are committed to supporting flexible working patterns where appropriate and would be happy to discuss individual requirements.What you need to join our teamResidency-trained or board-certified (ECVS/ACVS) surgeonSignificant experience in soft tissue surgery within a referral settingA collaborative, supportive and team-focused approachAbove all, we are looking for a surgeon who values excellent patient care, client communication, and teamwork within a multidisciplinary hospital.Why choose us?We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to the wellbeing and development of our team and regularly have in-house CPD sessions, as well as fun team-building activities and treats. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:Work-life Balance7.6 Weeks annual leaveIncreasing holiday allowance based on length of serviceYour birthday as a paid day offDevelopmentCertificates and further study encouraged and fundedLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingAll our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care FundInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement ProgrammeEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle to Work SchemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membershipNon-accidental injury supportProfessional MembershipsBVA membership paidVDS coverAdditional BenefitsPawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailersPension – 5% Employee/3% EmployerDiscounted staff pet careService-related company sick paySwift Referrals, WetherbyUnit 706, Avenue E West, Wetherby, LS23 7GA, United KingdomAt IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, 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.Any questions before applying?Speak to Ciaran Connolly from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr