Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

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

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking enthusiastic recent graduates to join their Graduate Academy programme. This exciting opportunity allows you to kickstart your career in a supportive environment, working alongside experienced mentors and a dedicated team. With a blend of practical and online learning, you will enhance your skills and knowledge while enjoying numerous benefits, including a competitive salary starting from £34,000 and generous holiday allowances. Join a community that values diversity and inclusion, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in veterinary medicine.

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 treatment for pets

Professional memberships covered

Qualifications

• Recent veterinary graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong clinical skills and teamwork are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care primarily at the Arboretum branch.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of professionals.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Clinical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Laparoscopic Equipment

X-ray

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.

Unlock your passions at Hillman Vets

Hillman Vets are a 4 branch practice based in the West Midlands. You will mainly work at our Arboretum branch in Walsall, but may be required to work at our other branches if needed.

We are a strong and supportive team of 7.5 FTE Vets & 9.5 FTE RVN's as well as a fantastic support and administrative team. Within our team, we have certificate holders in Medicine, Surgery and Ophthalmology. Practice facilities and equipment include ultrasound, laparoscopic equipment, x-ray and more.

Step into a supportive start

40 hours per week over 4 days, 9am – 6:30pm with 1 hour for lunch and 1 in 5 Saturdays 9 – midday.

We have several clinical coach mentors to support you and work alongside you. You will also have the support from our whole team who are looking forward to welcoming a new graduate.

Be part of something bigger

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to supporting you in shaping your journey to reach your potential. 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.

• 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 makes 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 welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.