Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

CVS Locums; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join their dynamic team in West Bromwich. This permanent role offers a balanced caseload between medicine and surgery, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. Enjoy a supportive environment that encourages career development through continuous training and education. With no weekend or out-of-hours work required, you will benefit from generous annual leave, private medical insurance, and a competitive CPD allowance. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a nurturing and inspiring setting, making a real difference in the lives of small animals.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Company pension scheme

Discounted pet treatment

CPD allowance

Quality Improvement Programme

Certificate support

Voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with experience in both medicine and surgery.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a balanced caseload of medical and surgical cases.
• Participate in continuous training and support career development.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Dental X-ray Equipment

Ultrasonography

Ophthalmic Equipment

Orthopaedic Equipment

Job description

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.

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

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 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.

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. 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.

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:

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 £1250 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
3. RCVS fees

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.

The Veterinary Clinic, West Bromwich

130 Lodge Road, West Bromwich, B70 8PL, United Kingdom

Animals treated: Small animals

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