Consult Only Vet - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary organization in Bristol seeks an enthusiastic GP Vet to work in a supportive and modern clinic setting. This full-time position offers a collaborative environment with experienced staff and numerous professional development opportunities, along with substantial employee benefits including extended leave and private medical insurance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Additional holiday for birthday

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

£1250 CPD allowance

Flexible voluntary benefits

Company pension scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Qualifications

• More than 1 year of post-graduation experience.
• Confidence in performing GP work including consultations.
• Confidence in sole-charge work.

Responsibilities

• Work in a consult-only clinic with a weekend rota.
• Potential management responsibilities.
• Support from experienced colleagues in various veterinary fields.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

Post-graduation veterinary degree

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic GP Vet to work in our single vet, consult-only clinic, with the opportunity for a fixed shift at one of our other branches. We have a lovely, welcoming team across 8 sites in Bristol and Cheltenham, run by experienced Clinical Directors and Senior Vets, many of whom have been with the practice for over a decade.

What's on offer for you?

You will have support from experienced colleagues with Certificates in Surgery, Cardiology, Feline Medicine, and Small Animal Medicine. We also have certificates in progress and expertise in areas such as Behaviour, Herbal Medicine, and Acupuncture. Your working week will be over four days, and you will participate in the shared weekend rota. There are no night duties or bank holiday work, as our Redland Hospital hosts the Vets Now Bristol Clinic.

Opportunities with Clifton Vets

Our Clifton clinic is a single vet, consult-only site, but the role may include a fixed shift at our busy hospital, with support from our experienced team. There is also potential for management responsibilities if interested.

Join our supportive team

The site will undergo refurbishment soon, allowing us to maintain high standards of care. You will be supported by experienced receptionists and a registered vet nurse. We are ideally seeking a full-time candidate willing to join the weekend rota, but part-time applications are welcome.

About You

Applicants should have more than 1 year of post-graduation experience and be confident in performing GP work, including consultations. As the sole vet in the Clifton branch, confidence in sole-charge work is essential. The ideal candidate will be organized and a good communicator with clients and colleagues.

Because our employees matter

We value our people as fundamental to our success. We invest in our staff, premises, and processes. Benefits include:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional holiday for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance plus 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro-rata)
• Certificate support
• Learning opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
• £1250 annual spend via our Care Fund for Vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with contributions from IVC Evidensia
• Green commute schemes (Cycle to Work, Green Cars)
• Flexible voluntary benefits
• Discounts and cashback with retailers
• Discounted pet treatment at IVC Evidensia practices

We are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.