Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate veterinary graduates to join their Graduate Academy programme. This exciting opportunity allows you to kickstart your career in veterinary medicine with comprehensive training and support. You'll be part of a friendly team at Clent Hills Vets, where you'll gain invaluable experience in a well-equipped clinic. With a focus on your professional development, you'll enjoy a blend of practical and online learning, mentorship, and a host of benefits. Join a community that values your growth and well-being, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in veterinary care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks holiday per year

Birthday as a paid day off

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Professional membership coverage

Access to discounts with retailers

Voluntary benefits options

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be veterinary graduates encouraged to apply.
• Experience in veterinary medicine is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care at Clent Hills Vets mainly based in Bromsgrove.
• Support and collaborate with a team of experienced vets and nurses.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Client Care

Surgery

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

X-ray Machine

In-house Laboratory

Dental Equipment

Job description

Shape your journey, shape the future

No matter where your passion in veterinary medicine lies, the IVC Evidensia Graduate Academy programme offers a comprehensive and tailored learning experience to support you in achieving your potential.

Are you a recent or soon-to-be veterinary graduate looking to embark on a successful and fulfilling career in veterinary medicine?

Embark on an extraordinary journey with our Graduate Academy programme, designed to help you unlock your potential and achieve veterinary excellence. Discover practical and online CPD development opportunities. Feel empowered with mentor and well-being support, alongside a host of benefits and rewards. Find support and inspiration, with our global network of peers and professionals ready and waiting to welcome you.

Unlock your passions at Client Hills Vets

Clent Hills Vets are a group of practices located on the border of Birmingham in the Worcestershire countryside. You will be mainly based at our Bromsgrove site but occasional shifts at Hagley branch site may be required. We are situated in a town setting with high street, local train station and bus links and are close to the motorway.

We have a supportive and friendly team of 10 Vets, 11 Nurses and an excellent customer care team. Within our wonderful team, we have certificate holders in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery as well as two Vets working towards certificates in Feline Medicine and Ophthalmology.

Our main branch has 7 consults room including dedicated cat room and PTS room, two surgical theatres, x-ray room with x-ray machine and dental x-ray, dental room, in house laboratory (blood machine and microsopes). We also have ultrasound machine, laparoscopic spay equipment, rigid and flexible endoscope. We are currently an IFSM cat friendly clinic.

Step into a supportive start

40 hours per week over 4 days. 10 hour shifts 9am - 7pm. Share of weekend rota 1 in 4 weekends - Saturday 9am - 5pm and Sunday 10am - 1pm. Extra day off in lieu of working Sunday.

Our whole team, but especially our dedicated Vet team, will be on hand for support an advice, in person or via phone/message. Our Clinical Director has experience supporting through the graduate scheme. Fantastic Nurse and Customer Care team are also available to help. Close links to local referral centre for more advanced advice.

Be part of something bigger

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to supporting you in shaping your journey to reach your potential, whatever your goals. That’s why, our Graduate Academy programme has been developed to offer you the very best:

Boost your learning

Take your career to the next level with our comprehensive blended learning programme, with a choice of streams to fit your career dreams.

Connect, learn, grow

Build lifelong connections with our global community of veterinary professionals, and the opportunity to work at locations across our network as your career progresses.

Unlock your development

Explore your passions with exciting CPD and development opportunities, including the opportunity to apply for the IVC Evidensia Research Fund.

Supported to thrive

Gain invaluable experience and support from a dedicated mentor who cares about your progression.

Your wellbeing

Feel empowered with our wellbeing support offering. You will receive £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund.

Benefits and rewards

Discover a host of benefits and rewards, including a competitive salary starting from £34k.

A rewarding career – it’s yours for the taking.

We offer excellent employee benefits, as we believe that our people do their best work when they feel comfortable, nurtured, and valued:

• Year 1 salary from £34,000 pro rata increasing in year 2
• No financial tie-in
• 6.6 weeks holiday per year
• Your birthday as a paid day off
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia make a contribution as well.
• Private medical insurance
• Employee assistance programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing.
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
• Professional memberships – we cover the cost of your RCVS renewal fees and other memberships.

We know how committed you’ve been throughout your studies now let us help you create the perfect launch pad to a bright career. Join us on this exciting journey, and let's shape the future of veterinary care together.

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.