Join a friendly, well-equipped two-site practice in the Lincolnshire market towns of Spalding and Bourne where work-life balance genuinely comes first. Enjoy flexible rotas, no out-of-hours cover, and a supportive team of three vets and five experienced nurses.
No out-of-hours or bank holiday cover required. Emergency cover provided by Sutterton Veterinary Hospital. Saturday cover only 8:30am to 12pm on a 1:5 rota.
This is a full-time permanent position offering genuine work-life balance across two established surgeries in Spalding and Bourne. You'll work 40 hours per week over four days, with Saturday cover limited to 8:30am to 12pm on a 1:5 rota. Crucially, there are no bank holidays or out-of-hours commitments as emergency cover is provided by Sutterton Veterinary Hospital.
You'll be confident working sole charge and will enjoy a hugely varied caseload across daily consults and surgery. The practice has invested recently in modern equipment including digital radiography with upgraded DR system, a brand new state-of-the-art ultrasound machine, dental x-ray, in-house blood testing, and well-sized theatres. The two surgeries sit close to the historic town of Stamford with its cultural attractions, Rutland Water, and Peterborough just half an hour away with direct train links to London.
The practice prides itself on flexible working arrangements to suit different lifestyles, including school-friendly rotas for working parents. Whether you want fixed or flexible hours, they'll work with you to find the right balance.
Alder Veterinary Practice operates two well-established surgeries in the Lincolnshire market towns of Spalding and Bourne, each with a loyal client base spanning over 20 years. The practice is privately owned by Wayne Smith, who has lived and worked in the area for 18 years, and is committed to providing personalised care to the community. The practice is affiliated with IVC Evidensia.
Both surgeries are modern and well-equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound including state-of-the-art imaging, dental x-ray facilities, in-house blood testing, and comprehensive surgical facilities. The team comprises three veterinary surgeons, five experienced registered veterinary nurses, and a full support team of receptionists. The practice values collaborative problem-solving and maintains close working relationships with neighbouring practices for case discussion and specialist referrals.
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