Vet Surgeon

Vet Surgeon Opportunity at Cornwall Animal Hospital

Are you a locum looking to re join a team where you can make a real difference? Tired of facing rising costs that limit your ability to treat patients properly? This Charity Hospital in Redruth, Cornwall could be the perfect fit for you.

This long-established and expanding charity hospital provides affordable veterinary care to clients from all walks of life. The hospital is financially supported by six charity shops located across Cornwall, which helps keep treatment costs low and allows for additional discounts for low-income clients. This unique charity model ensures that animals receive the care they need, even when their owners are financially restricted.

Due to the rapid growth of the client base and the increasing demand for low-cost care in Cornwall, the hospital has exciting plans to expand. This expansion will provide a great opportunity to join a growing and dynamic team.

About the Role:

This Charity Hospital is looking for both experienced all-round general practitioners and vets with specific interests in areas such as medicine, imaging, and surgery. The hospital carries out a lot of in-house procedures, offering variety in caseloads and the opportunity to work on diverse and challenging cases.

The clinical team is currently expanding under the guidance of a new clinical lead, and the successful candidate will be an integral part of this exciting development. The hospital holds regular clinical and practice meetings that allow for case discussions and continual improvement of protocols.

The diary is well-managed, with book-on-the-day appointments and sufficient time allocated for procedures, ensuring a pleasant working environment. The hospital places a strong emphasis on staff well-being, encouraging proper lunch breaks (30 minutes to 1 hour) and ensuring that employees can get home to their loved ones at the end of the day. Overtime (including missed lunches) can be claimed back as time in lieu.

Key Details:

• Saturday rota: 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (8:30 AM to 12:30 PM), with these hours claimed back as time in lieu.
• Flexible working hours are available, with full or part-time options welcomed.
• No out-of-hours shifts are required.
• Opportunity for professional development and involvement in the ongoing growth of a charity hospital.

What This Charity Hospital Offers:

• A supportive and friendly team with a focus on work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and to develop specific skills in areas of interest.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the community by providing affordable, high-quality care to those who need it the most.

How to Apply:

Join this Charity Hospital and help provide crucial care to animals in need while enjoying a fulfilling career with a great team. Submit your CV and call Mia on for a confidential chat. 

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