Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

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

Job summary

The British Veterinary Association is offering a unique Graduate Academy programme aimed at recent veterinary graduates. You will benefit from mentorship and development opportunities alongside a competitive salary, while working in a supportive team environment at Plymouth Veterinary Group. This role invites you to build a rewarding career and connect with professionals in the field.

Benefits

6.6 weeks holiday per year

Birthday as a paid day off

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Voluntary benefits options

Discounted pet treatment

Professional memberships covered

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be veterinary graduates.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Desire to learn and develop in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care at Plymouth Veterinary Group.
• Work with a dedicated Clinical Coach.
• Participate in CPD and development opportunities.

Skills

Veterinary knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

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 Plymouth Veterinary Group

Plymouth Veterinary Group are a group of 4 veterinary practices located in Plymouth. You will be based at main site, Estover Hospital and progress to some branch work. Plymouth is located in the heart of the South West and has excellent transport links by road, rail, and sea. The city centre has a central train station with 24 daily services to London, including three high-speed services. Exeter Airport is less than an hour away, Newquay Airport is just over an hour away, and Bristol Airport is around two hours away. Brittany Ferries run frequent services to France and Spain from Plymouth. Plymouth is close to some of the best beaches and landscapes in the UK.

We have a fantastic, large team of 53 Vets and Nurses across our sites who are all excited to have a new graduate to support and mentor. Within the team, we have certificate holders in Surgery and Exotics.

Practice facilities include x-ray, endoscopy, ultrasound, dental x-ray, laparoscopy as well as routine procedure equipment and monitoring of patients within wards and theatre. Introduction of CT scanner with relocation of Hospital in Spring 2025.

Step into a supportive start

40 hours per week over a 4 day week with a share of weekend work. This is generally 1:4 Saturdays or 1:5 full weekends in time.

Forward thinking practice who prides themselves on offering a learning environment for New Graduates to develop their skills in practice. You will be supported by the whole team but will also have an assigned, dedicated Clinical Coach and mentor provided in house.

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.