Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; St. Columb Major; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits recent veterinary graduates at a leading veterinary group in Cornwall. This program is designed to empower you with the skills and support needed to excel in your veterinary career. With a strong focus on practical experience and comprehensive learning, you will have access to a wealth of resources, including mentorship from seasoned professionals and a global network of peers. Enjoy a balanced work-life with a flexible rota and dedicated out-of-hours support. Join a vibrant team that values your growth and well-being, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in veterinary medicine.

Benefits

6.6 weeks holiday per year

Your birthday as a paid day off

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Professional memberships covered

Access to discounts/cashback

Voluntary benefits options

Qualifications

• Recent or soon-to-be veterinary graduates encouraged to apply.
• Supportive team with experienced vets and certificate holders.

Responsibilities

• Work across multiple sites with a dedicated team of vets and nurses.
• Participate in a structured graduate program for professional growth.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Soft Tissue Surgery

Orthopaedics

Emergency and Critical Care

Endoscopy

Ultrasound

Digital Radiography

Laparoscope

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

CT Scanner

EPOC

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 Penmellyn Veterinary Group

Penmellyn Veterinary Group are a fantastic group of practices located in the stunning county of Cornwall. This vacancy is for our St Columb Major Hospital, however, you will work across all of our 6 sites. St Columb Major is close to the A30 road and the coast, making it conveniently located while still avoiding the crowds of tourist destinations. The town is rich in history, heritage, and culture and is surrounded by open countryside and is home to several rivers and streams.

We have a large, supportive and dedicated team of 30 Vets and 46 Nurses as well as a wonderful support and administrative team who are looking forward to welcoming a new grad into Penmellyn! Within our team, we have certificate holders in Soft Tissue Surgery, Orthopaedics and Emergency and Critical Care.

Practice facilities and equipment include CT scanner, endoscopy, ultrasound, digital radiography, EPOC and laparoscope.

Step into a supportive start

40 hours per week. 1:4 weekday rota available, every other one day per weekend. No out of hours as we have our own dedicated out of hours team on site. This allows a great work-life balance.

You will be supported by having regular meetings with your dedicated GDP advisor. As mentioned, we have a very supportive team, with certificate holders and experienced Vets to hand for help and 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 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.