Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary group in Bath is seeking a full-time vet to join their dynamic team across two locations. The role offers a competitive salary, excellent work-life balance, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development, including CPD support. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Veterinary Medicine and a passion for animal care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Qualified vet with a degree in Veterinary Medicine.
• Experience in a veterinary practice preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Work between Rosemary Lodge Hospital and Station Road Vets.
• Participate in the weekend rota and manage veterinary care.
• Provide support and continuity of care for patients.

Skills

Veterinary expertise

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Bath Veterinary Group, Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital, Bath, South West

We are seeking a full-time vet to work between our Rosemary Lodge Hospital and Station Road Vets. Rosemary Lodge is our main hospital, and Station Road Vets is one of our friendly, supportiv, 2 vet branch surgeries, they're both based in the lovely city of Bath.

Your rota

This role would be 2 days at each site plus participation in the weekend rota at Rosemary Lodge. Our full time rota would be 40 hours per week, over 4 days. With 9.5 hour days each week with fixed weekly day off plus participation in the weekend rota, this is currently 1:8 weekends plus 2 additional Saturday mornings per annum. No OOH or Bank Holidays.

We also welcome part time applicants, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

More about us!

Rosemary Lodge is a well-equipped Tier 3 Hospital with 5 first opinion Vets working each day alongside our colleagues of Bath Vet Referrals. Rosemary Lodge is also home to Vets Now Bath who provide OOH services meaning our patients are taken care of on site around the clock. We have many certificate holders, and years of experience within our group, which means lots of support and case continuity.

Station Road is one of our 5 branch surgeries and just 4 miles from the Hospital. With great facilities, such as an operating theatre, ultrasound and dental facilities, including dental xray, meaning that the majority of the case load remains on site. It benefits from a well-established team and client base.

If you're interested in the role, and want to know more, please get in touch!

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• 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
• 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 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.

Bath Veterinary Group, Rosemary Lodge Veterinary Hospital

Wellsway, Wellsway, Bath, BA2 5RL, United Kingdom

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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Maizie Brown from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.