Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Gateacre

British Veterinary Association; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their vibrant team. This role offers the perfect blend of work-life balance with flexible working patterns and no out-of-hours duties. The practice is well-equipped and values professional development, providing opportunities for further learning and certifications. Enjoy a supportive environment where your contributions matter, along with generous annual leave, private medical insurance, and a commitment to colleague wellbeing. If you are passionate about animal care and looking for a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

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

Qualifications

• Degree in Veterinary Medicine required.
• Experience in veterinary surgery is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to pets.
• Collaborate with a team of veterinary professionals.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Team Collaboration

Client Communication

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Multiparameter Monitor

X-ray Equipment

Dental X-ray Equipment

Job description

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our wonderful team at White Cross Vets, Gateacre.

Fix or flex – find your perfect balance

We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it brilliantly easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you. Our vets usually work 40 hours per week, 1 in 4 Saturdays with TOIL given back. There is no OOH work required.

About the Team

We currently have 6 nurses at Gateacre, 2 VCAs and 7 Veterinary Surgeons which includes our dual sited Vets! We work closely with our sister practice - West Derby to provide brilliant care across the local area.

We undertake a range of surgeries and have a multiparameter, x-ray and dental x-ray. We are a busy practice with each member of the team providing their own expertise and support. Work life balance is important to us, so we enjoy team nights out and our wellbeing afternoons.

Career progression is key here at Gateacre with opportunities for certificates and further learning actively supported and encouraged.

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

• 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

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