Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Wedmore; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated veterinary surgeon to join their friendly practice in Somerset. This role offers clinical freedom within a supportive environment, allowing you to grow your skills while enjoying a great work/life balance. With a flexible 4-day work week and minimal weekend duties, you will have time to explore the beautiful Somerset countryside. The practice values its employees, providing generous annual leave, private medical insurance, and a strong commitment to professional development. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding position, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted pet treatment

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Voluntary benefits

Access to discounts with retailers

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Qualified veterinary surgeon with experience in small animal practice.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent veterinary care for small animals.
• Work collaboratively with a supportive team of vets and nurses.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Vetlexicon

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 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 day time 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:

Work-life balance

1. 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
2. Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

1. Private Medical Insurance
2. Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
3. Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
4. Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

1. £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
2. Certificate support
3. Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
4. Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
5. All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
6. All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
7. Infection Prevention and Control Programme
8. Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

1. BVA membership
2. VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

1. Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
2. Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
3. Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
4. Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
5. 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.

Axe Valley Veterinary Practice, Blackford

Redmans Hill, Blackford, Wedmore, BS28 4NG, United Kingdom

Animals treated: Small animals

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