Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Cedarwood Veterinary Practice; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary practice in Stowmarket as a Veterinary Surgeon, where your skills in surgery and client care will shine. This role offers a supportive and flexible work environment, allowing you to balance your professional and personal life effectively. With a competitive salary, relocation allowance, and a generous benefits package including private medical insurance and CPD opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in animal care. Embrace the charm of Stowmarket while working with a passionate team dedicated to excellence in veterinary medicine.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Access to discounts with retailers

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a strong focus on client care.
• Experience in orthopaedic surgery and cardiac referrals is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support a dynamic veterinary team in providing excellent care.
• Perform surgeries and manage patient treatment plans effectively.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Client Care

Orthopaedic Surgery

Cardiac Referrals

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Endoscope

ECG

Job description

Salary up to £75,000 DOE, plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 and up to £5,000 welcome bonus.

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join and guide our dynamic enthusiastic team at Cedarwood Vets.

Why Choose Cedarwood Vets?

Cedarwood Vets is a one branch small animal practice based in Stowmarket Suffolk. We are a small team with 3 vets, 5 RVN’s and one SVN vet nurse, and supporting them we have 3 receptionists and a practice manager.

We pride ourselves on our client care from the moment they walk through the door until the moment they leave. Within the practice, you will find 4 consult rooms, separate dog and cat wards, and isolation. We have one operating theatre, digital x-ray, ultrasound, endoscope, ECG, and dental with x-ray. We offer orthopaedic surgery and cardiac referrals.

We Care About Your Work-Life Balance

We offer flexible working patterns that adapt to your lifestyle. Whether you are looking to adjust your rota hours to accommodate school holidays, navigate school runs, or simply achieve a better work-life balance, we can provide flexibility that works for all team members.

Our Local Area

Stowmarket is a charming market town known for its rich history and picturesque surroundings. Nestled along the River Gipping, the town is a blend of traditional and modern. With its historic marketplace, vibrant community events, and close proximity to stunning countryside, Stowmarket offers a unique mix of rural tranquility and urban convenience.

Because Our People Matter

We recognize 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

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

Salary up to £75,000 DOE.