Night Veterinary Surgeon 7 nights on 21 nights off, Victoria (fixed term contract)

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Night Veterinary Surgeon 7 nights on 21 nights off, Victoria (fixed term contract) Application Deadline: 3 February 2025 Department: Veterinary Services Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time Location: Victoria animal hospital Reporting To: Senior Veterinary Surgeon Compensation: £33,346 - £41,685 / year Description Contract: 9-12 month fixed term contract Shift pattern: 12 hours from 20:30 to 08:30 –7 nights on 21 nights off Salary: £31,369 - £39,708 plus £1,977 London Weighting Allowance per annum Location: London SW1V 1QQ Closing date: Tuesday 28 January 2025 Interview dates: 3 & 4 February 2025 More about the role Blue Cross animal hospitals and pet care clinics provide veterinary treatment to sick and injured pets when their owners can’t afford private veterinary fees. Our vet care is available to pets whose owners receive certain means-tested benefits and live within the catchment area of one of our animal hospitals or pet care clinics.We are seeking part-time Night Veterinary Surgeons to join our exceptional team of dedicated and skilled veterinary professionals at our Victoria animal hospital on a 9–12 month fixed-term maternity cover contract. This role offers a fantastic work-life balance, working 7 nights on, followed by 21 nights off. You’ll deliver outstanding veterinary care to a wide variety of small animals, handling both routine healthcare and a significant number of emergencies, providing excellent opportunities to develop your skills. As part of a dedicated night team, you’ll be supported by three Veterinary Nurses on each shift.Blue Cross has developed an award-winning set of clinical guidelines to assist our vets in pragmatic, evidence-based decision making, where patient welfare is a priority. High standards are important to us but so is the ability to discuss openly where lessons have been learnt, within a safe, non-judgmental environment.We recognise that we work within a profession where compassion fatigue is a risk to us all. We have wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders at all hospitals, co-ordinating a range of initiatives and promoting a culture of openness and support within the team. About you As a night Veterinary Surgeon, you will be confident and capable carrying out surgical and medical procedures. The ability to work as part of a team and effective communication skills are really important, often you will be the first point of our clients, forming strong bonds with them to ensure improved animal health and welfare. Our hospitals see a high caseload of emergency and critical care cases, both surgical and medical, so good knowledge within those areas is essential. Essential qualifications, skills, and experience: Member of Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Demonstrable small animal or mixed practice experience Sole charge experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English The ability to demonstrate, understanding and apply our Blue Cross values Although not essential, it would also be great if you had: UK small animal or mixed practice experience How to apply Click the 'apply' button and complete the online application process before the closing date on Tuesday 28 January 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Free physiotherapy advice and face to face intervention Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and Personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr