About the Role
This is a part-time position working 30 hours per week at PDSA Basildon, a modern, collaborative small animal hospital. You'll see a diverse caseload of medical and surgical cases, working alongside an experienced team that genuinely enjoys case discussion and shared learning. Your clinical skills will be challenged and developed daily as you help pets and owners who truly need support.
PDSA Basildon is well-equipped with separate dog and cat kennelling, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. You'll work in a team that values pragmatic, welfare-focused decision-making and clear communication with clients about realistic treatment options.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality veterinary care across a wide range of medical and surgical cases
- Build trust with clients and discuss realistic treatment options that balance best practice with each owner's circumstances
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, contributing to case discussions and shared learning
- Champion PDSA's mission of providing veterinary care for pets of people in financial hardship
- Contribute to continuous improvement of hospital services
Requirements
- Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS)
- Strong clinical confidence and evidence-based decision-making skills
- Adaptability and resilience to handle a diverse caseload
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Team player who enjoys a collaborative, supportive environment
Benefits
- Salary: £49,169 to £63,962 (including allowances), pro rata for 30 hours per week
- CPD allowance of 5 days and £1,000 per year for professional development
- Full RCVS fees paid
- Extensive internal CPD programmes plus discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to 5 extra days
- Three paid special days off annually: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day
- Pension contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%
- Life assurance providing four times annual salary
- AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 wellbeing support and private medical cover
- 10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services
- Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts via Fetch benefits platform
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance
About the Practice
PDSA is a leading UK veterinary charity that has provided vital veterinary care for pets of people in financial hardship for over a century. The organisation operates modern, well-equipped pet hospitals across the country and is on a journey to expand its reach and support even more people and their pets.
PDSA Basildon is a highly collaborative hospital known for effective teamwork, case discussion and shared learning. The team has varied clinical interests, giving you access to a broad pool of knowledge and experience.
