Veterinary Surgeon - Independent Practice, No Out-of-Hours, Real Work-Life Balance
Heath Lodge has been a family owned and operated, single-site, small animal practice focused on providing professional, compassionate care for our clients since 1904.
We pride ourselves on supporting our veterinary staff and encouraging them to have autonomy over their work, providing them with a friendly, well-equipped workplace featuring the latest diagnostic equipment, in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, and multi-parameter anesthetic monitoring.
Some of our staff have been with us for over twenty years, and many of our clients much longer...
If you're keen to work in a place where your voice is heard, your development is supported, and your days are genuinely rewarding - then we want to hear from you!
What You'll Get
4-day week
(plus an extra Friday off after working a Saturday)
No OOH.
1 in 3 Saturday mornings only
(9am-1pm, appointments only)
Salary
40,000 to 60,000
depending on experience
5 weeks' holiday
CPD funded and encouraged
RCVS and VDS paid
NEST pension
Staff pet care discount
The Role
With a varied caseload, excellent facilities, and a genuine focus on work-life balance, this is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a role that offers both professional growth and personal satisfaction.
Day-to-day roles for our veterinary surgeons rotate between consultations and surgery, allowing them to maintain and develop their skills in every aspect of veterinary work.
You'll have:
Clinical freedom
Proper case continuity
A collaborative team to bounce ideas off
Kit that includes digital x-ray, in-house lab, ultrasound, and multi-parameter anaesthetic monitoring
A practice that actively supports your clinical interests (CPD/Further Training)
Who We're Looking For
Comfortable with routine procedures (spays, neuters, dentals, lump removals etc.)
Good client communication skills.
Keen to be a valued member of an experienced, supportive team.
Where We Are
Heath Lodge is in the heart of
St. Albans
- a historic market town with excellent rail links to London.
Interested?
Visit www.heathlodge.com or call us on
01727 835294
for a chat.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: 40,000.00-60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Free parking
On-site parking
Work Location: In person