Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Lostwithiel; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary group as a graduate in veterinary medicine. This role offers a supportive environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities for professional development. Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and a chance to make a difference in veterinary care.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary from £34k

6.6 weeks holiday

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programs

Annual £1250 Care Fund

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be veterinary graduate.
• Participation in out-of-hours rota.

Responsibilities

• Support from experienced Vets & Nurses.
• Full small animal services including surgery and imaging.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Veterinary Degree

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.

Join us on this exciting journey, and let's shape the future of veterinary care together.

Unlock your passions at Kernow Veterinary Group

Kernow Veterinary Group is a fantastic group of practices in and around Cornwall. You will be mainly based at our Lostwithiel site but may be required to work at our other small animal sites. Cornwall boasts a long coastline, wild moorlands, and beautiful beaches. Great transport links include a network of bus services and a train network connecting many towns, including Truro.

We have a supportive and dedicated team of 23 Vets and 28 Clinical Nurses across our small animal sites, along with a great support and administrative team. Our team includes certificate holders in Surgery, Behaviour, Ophthalmology, and Dermatology.

Our practice offers full small animal services, including imaging, ultrasound scanning, dental x-ray, laboratory, surgery, and 24-hour on-site nursing support.

Step into a supportive start

This role involves 40 hours per week over 4 days, with participation in our out-of-hours rota, working 1 in 10 evenings after 9.30 pm for in-patients only. You will be supported by our friendly team of experienced Vets & Nurses. There is no sole charge or sole OOH without full support, and an experienced Vet GDP Advisor is available to assist you.

Be part of something bigger

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to supporting your journey to reach your potential, whatever your goals. Our Graduate Academy programme offers:

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 have opportunities to work across our network as your career develops.

Unlock your development

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

Supported to thrive

Receive invaluable experience and support from a dedicated mentor committed to your progression.

Your wellbeing

Feel empowered with our wellbeing support, including an annual £1250 to spend via our Care Fund.

Benefits and rewards

Enjoy benefits such as a competitive starting salary from £34k, 6.6 weeks holiday, private medical insurance, employee assistance programs, and more.

We believe our people perform best when they feel comfortable, nurtured, and valued. Join us and start your rewarding career today.

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 any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.