Veterinary Surgeon - Equine

IVC Evidensia; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 32,500,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated veterinary practice located in Ormskirk is looking for a part-time Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join their enthusiastic team. The role involves providing first-opinion care to a diverse range of equine patients and participating in professional development opportunities. This position is ideal for compassionate vets who enjoy a varied caseload and are eager to learn in a supportive environment. The practice offers excellent benefits, including private medical insurance and a flexible working arrangement.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Company pension scheme

Flexible voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in first-opinion veterinary practice is preferred.
• Clinical skills in equine care are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-opinion care to equine patients.
• Participate in out-of-hours rota.
• Engage in continued professional development.

Skills

Compassion

Motivation

Clinical expertise

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Equine

IVC Evidensia

Ormskirk

£41,887 per year - estimated?

Contract

Part time

Salary up to £32,500,000 DOE (Part time 20 hours a week)

Due to an increasing caseload, we are seeking an enthusiastic part‑time First Opinion Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated 4‑vet ambulatory equine practice based in West Lancashire, covering clients across the Northwest.

Our supportive team includes an equine veterinary nurse and a yard assistant, and our diverse client base ranges from competition and racehorses to pleasure horses. Three of our vets are certificate holders, and we actively encourage continued learning, development, and CPD. We also offer a well‑equipped yard clinic facility where clients can bring their horses for in‑depth examinations, procedures, and treatment. We are currently looking to expand our services further with the introduction of nurse‑led clinics.

Our Equipment And Services Include

• Digital radiography
• Ultrasonography
• Gastroscopy
• Laser surgery
• Extracorporeal shockwave therapy
• Acupuncture
• Reproductive services

What We Offer

• Supportive multi‑vet team with strong clinical expertise
• Excellent nursing and yard support
• Varied caseload across all disciplines
• Opportunities for professional development
• Salary dependent on experience
• Salary range based on a 20‑hour/week contract (other part‑time hours considered)
• Participation in the OOH rota is expected

This role would suit a motivated and compassionate equine vet who enjoys first‑opinion practice within a friendly and progressive environment.

Work‑life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (Pro rata)
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.