Veterinary Surgeon

Great Work-Life Balance No OOHs 4-Day Week

Ark Veterinary Practice is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in beautiful Stratford-upon-Avon.

Youll be joining a team of:

• 4 Vets
• 6 Nurses (5 RVNs and 1 fantastic SVN)
• 1 VCA
• Dedicated Reception Team
• Experienced and Qualified Practice Manager

We are a close-knit practice that prides itself on providing outstanding clinical care and customer service.

About Us

Ark Veterinary Practice is a high-quality small animal practice situated in Stratford-upon-Avon. Since opening in 1992 our aim has always been to provide exceptional clinical and client care whilst delivering value for money to our clients.

Our excellent local reputation and positive Google and social media reviews are testament to the quality of care and service we provide.

Located in the beautiful medieval market town of Stratford-upon-Avon youll enjoy:

• Stunning countryside on your doorstep
• A vibrant town centre with shops bars and cafés
• Excellent transport links
• The birthplace of Shakespeare and home to the Royal Shakespeare Company

We are proud supporters of our local community regularly sponsoring local teams and events and working with local schools.

Our team culture is incredibly important to us. We offer a warm friendly environment where colleagues genuinely enjoy spending time together whether thats having a cuppa in our landscaped gardens or making the most of our fruit and vegetable growing patch.

Our Facilities

We have recently undertaken significant refurbishment work to create a modern and welcoming environment including:

• New reception area with dedicated cat waiting space
• New dispensary
• Dedicated quiet cat ward
• New laboratory facilities

We are also proud to hold:

• Silver ISFM Cat Friendly Status
• Dogs Trust Dog Friendly Status
• RCVS Practice Standards Accreditation

Our equipment includes:

• Digital X-ray system
• Dental X-ray
• High-specification ultrasound scanner
• Extensive in-house laboratory facilities
• Laparoscopic surgical equipment

Career Development

We are passionate about supporting our team and encouraging professional growth.

As a general first-opinion practice we are happy to support any area of interest or specialism. We actively encourage CPD further qualifications and certificate study helping our colleagues achieve their career goals.

About the Role

40000 to 65000 DOE with flexibility for the right candidate. Enhanced remuneration may be available for those with additional qualifications specialist interests or areas of expertise.

We are looking for a friendly conscientious and highly motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join our practice.

• Full-time or part-time applications welcomed
• Flexible working considered
• 4-day working week for full-time vets
• No out-of-hours work
• Saturday mornings on a rota basis (currently 1 in 4)

Benefits

• 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays
• 1750 CPD budget and 5 days CPD leave
• Additional funding available for relevant qualifications
• RCVS fees paid
• Two additional professional memberships paid
• Westfield Health Plan including Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme
• On-site parking

Find Out More

Watch our practice video: apply or for an informal chat about this exciting opportunity please contact:

Required Experience:

IC