Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Axe Valley Vets; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking veterinary practice that values work-life balance and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. This role provides the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of experienced vets while enjoying the beautiful Somerset countryside. With a flexible schedule and a focus on employee wellbeing, you'll have the chance to develop your skills and contribute to a caring community. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and comprehensive benefits, all while making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. Embrace a fulfilling career where your contributions truly matter!

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing initiatives

Professional memberships support

Qualifications

• Must hold a veterinary degree and have experience in veterinary medicine.
• Strong communication skills to interact with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care and perform surgeries as needed.
• Support and mentor new graduates and students during their training.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Client Communication

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Veterinary Software

Job description

Axe Valley Vets are recruiting!

To complement our team of 10 vets, ranging from medicine and surgery certificate holders to recent graduates, we are looking for someone new to join the clan!

Yes, we are corporately owned, but with the previous owners still very much involved, this is a lovely practice to work in with a friendly, family feel that still remains despite ownership change, in a great part of the world. You have clinical freedom to work up your cases, but the support of an experienced team to help if needed, giving the best of both worlds.

We have a hub and spoke system with a few branches (some consult only) and one main practice, great nurses and ANAs, a reception team with VNs at the helm and a healthy attitude to social get-togethers! A number of our vets have been here since graduating and have chosen to stay for many years, having been supported to complete certificates if desired.

We are part of the IVC new graduate scheme and a partner practice for Surrey University so have lots of experience supporting both students and colleagues in their development. We have good relationships with local referral hospitals, a visiting surgeon and visiting ophthalmologist who are both here regularly, giving opportunity to follow cases and learn from the best.

Find a great work/life balance to enjoy the area we live in.

We are based in Somerset with branches around the local area, a great place to be able to enjoy work and play. Easy to get to Bristol and Bath or to get lost in the Somerset countryside if that is more your thing. If you have a canine companion, they can join us too! With staff kenneling on site, plenty of lunchtime walks occur here!

What we can offer

Salary up to £65K FTE depending on experience.

Full Time: 40 hours over a 4 day working week - allowing for a great work/life balance.

Weekend rota is not onerous at only 1 in 9 and is daytime only, we use an OOH provider for overnight calls.

We understand the need for flexibility, for childcare or just to fit other hobbies into your life! Our standard full time working week is 4 days, but we would welcome part time applications.

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:

1. Work-life balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays and 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, Research funding opportunities, £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund, Infection Prevention and Control Programme, Quality Improvement Programme.
4. Professional Memberships: BVA membership, VDS cover.
5. Colleague Benefits: Company pension scheme, supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, Voluntary benefits, 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 eager 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.

Salary up to £65,000 DOE FTE