Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

The Veterinary Clinic, Dyas; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is on the lookout for a skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join their dynamic team. This role offers a balanced caseload between medicine and surgery, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance and professional development. Enjoy a supportive environment that encourages continuous training and offers generous benefits, including a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a £1250 CPD allowance. With no weekend work required, this is an ideal opportunity for those seeking to thrive in their veterinary career while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with experience in both medicine and surgery.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a balanced caseload of medicine and surgery.
• Provide sole charge veterinary care as required.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Dental X-ray

Ultrasonography

Orthopaedic Equipment

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon, The Veterinary Clinic, Dyas

We're seeking a skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis. In this role, you’ll be able to enjoy a well balanced caseload between medicine and surgery. We actively encourage and support career development through continuous training and education, and we are happy to provide nurturing and inspiration for any applicant interested in pursuing a certificate qualification. There will be elements of sole charge involved for this role.

Rota patterns that work for you

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Ideally, we’re looking for someone to work 40 hours per week over Monday - Friday. There’s no weekends or out of hours required for this role.

A bit about us

Our group of PSS accredited clinics have been established both independently and as part of our TVC group for well over 30 years and many staff are still with us. Each of our clinics have designated nursing Branch Leads to allow you to concentrate on being a Vet although management opportunities are available. Lab/surgical/dental facilities are standard within each branch, and we also have access to dental x-ray/ultrasonography/ophthalmic and orthopaedic kit across the group.

We are an encouraging group who are happy to fund certificates and specific interests and firmly believe in further learning for everyone. We hold monthly vet meetings; a WhatsApp clinical discussion group and colleagues are only ever a phone call away. As well as the Veterinary Surgeons in place, the branch teams include, but are not limited to, nursing Branch Leads, RVNs/SVNs/VCA’s and receptionists whom have their own specific career pathway.

Because our people 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:

1. Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays; additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Professional Memberships: BVA membership; VDS cover; RCVS fees.
5. 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.

Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE