Soft Tissue Surgeon Veterinarian - Lisbon

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We are looking for a Soft Tissue Surgeon Veterinarian for the Lisbon region AniCura, part of the MARS Veterinary Health group with a worldwide presence, is one of the leading European providers of high-quality veterinary care for companion animals. It offers a wide range of high-quality medical services covering preventive and basic healthcare, advanced diagnostics, internal medicine, intensive care, surgery and orthopaedics, rehabilitation, physiotherapy and dietary advice, and provides food and care products for companion animals. AniCura is present in 350 hospitals and clinics across Europe and has more than 11,000 employees who provide the best veterinary care daily to more than 3 million companion animals. As a Soft Tissue Surgeon Veterinarian you will be responsible for: Assessing patients candidate for soft tissue surgery (abdominal, urogenital, dermatological, ENT, thoracic, oral, etc.), including pre-operative examinations, anatomical and functional diagnosis. Defining and planning surgical procedures: choosing appropriate techniques, instruments, materials, anaesthesia and perioperative care. Carrying out soft tissue surgical interventions, such as: abdominal surgeries (enterotomies, cholecystectomy, etc.), urological surgeries, castrations/ovario-hysterectomies, hernia repair, removal of skin tumours, beneficial ophthalmic surgeries, among others. Ensuring standards of asepsis and sterilisation in the operating theatre. Working as a team with anaesthetists, theatre assistants, veterinary nurses and other colleagues to ensure safe and efficient procedures. Monitoring the post-operative period: pain assessment, infections, suture integrity, healing, and communicating with the owner for instructions and follow-up. Managing emergencies in soft tissue surgery when necessary Maintaining detailed clinical records: pre-, intra- and post-operative reports, as well as owners' consent documentation. Participating in continuing education and updating of surgical practices, new techniques, professional ethics. What are we looking for? Bachelor's or Integrated Master's degree in Veterinary Medicine, recognised in Portugal. Proven experience in soft tissue surgery (minimum of 8 years). Good knowledge of veterinary anatomy, physiology and anaesthesia applied to surgery. Competence in suturing techniques, use of flaps and grafts, bleeding control and management of complications. Ability to work under pressure, manage emergencies and make quick decisions. Good communication with animal owners, explaining risks, care and post-operative follow-up. Professionalism, ethics and commitment to animal welfare. Attention to detail and excellent manual skills. Organisational, planning and time management skills. Empathy and sensitivity towards animals and owners. Team spirit. Flexible working hours, as there may be urgent surgeries outside normal hours What do we offer? - Integration into a multidisciplinary team and contact with the best professionals in the veterinary market Integration into a multidisciplinary team and contact with the best professionals in the veterinary market - Associate Assistance Programme, which aims to help our associates revitalise their emotional, physical and mental wellbeing. It is focused on helping to balance work and personal life Associate Assistance Programme, which aims to help our associates revitalise their emotional, physical and mental wellbeing. It is focused on helping to balance work and personal life - Access to the Mars Center for Veterinary Excellence. Our virtual field that provides access to resources and on-demand continuing education for all associates. In addition to courses, the tool gives the possibility to connect with experienced professionals around the world to promote collaboration and learning. Access to the Mars Center for Veterinary Excellence. Our virtual field that provides access to resources and on-demand continuing education for all associates. In addition to courses, the tool gives the possibility to connect with experienced professionals around the world to promote collaboration and learning. - Life insurance Life insurance - Monthly salary according to experience and meal allowance Monthly salary according to experience and meal allowance - Health insurance Health insurance