Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Morpeth

British Veterinary Association; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Morpeth seeks a full-time veterinary surgeon for their small animal department. With a commitment to work-life balance, you'll benefit from generous leave and CPD opportunities, all in a supportive environment that values professional development.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary surgeon caring for small animals.
• Ability to work full-time, including some OOH commitments.

Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for first opinion care.
• Opportunity to develop skills with support for certificate holders.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Education

Registered Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Your next opportunity awaits at Robson & Prescott!

Salary up to £75,000 DOE and up to £3,000 relocation allowance.

Work/Life Balance

The role is for a full time 40 hours per week veterinary surgeon to join our small animal department. The role is based on a 4-day week with some OOH commitments. The role is primarily first opinion although we can offer a job to those wishing to develop their skillset or indeed accommodate certificate holders.

A Bit About Us and Our Fabulous Team

Based in the market town of Morpeth in beautiful Northumberland, close to the stunning coastline and hills. We are a 27-vet practice with specialist departments covering small animal, exotics, equine, farm and exports.

We are lucky to have a purpose-built hospital offering our own OOH to our clients. We have several certificate holders across many disciplines including surgery, medicine, cardiology, behaviour, feline medicine and exotics. Boasting 4 theatres, dental and radiography suites, endoscopy, ultrasound, ECG, hydrotherapy suites and separate wards for cats, dogs, exotics and small mammals our team offers the best care to our clients and patients. Along with our hospital site we have 8 branch surgeries.

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

At IVC Evidensia we are a 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.

Interested?

Apply now or get in touch for a chat - whether you're actively looking or just curious. This could be your perfect role!