Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - North Tyneside

British Veterinary Association; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in the UK is seeking an experienced small animal vet to join its team. The role offers a flexible work-life balance, a 4-day workweek, and diverse clinical experiences. Benefits include a competitive salary up to £70,000, relocation allowance, and a welcoming bonus. The practice values work-life balance and provides opportunities for development.

Benefits

Relocation allowance

Welcome bonus

£1250 CPD allowance

Private medical insurance

6.6 weeks annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in small animal practice required.
• Capability to engage in diverse clinical experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care to small animals.
• Participate in a 1-in-6 Saturday rotation.
• Engage in consultations and procedures daily.

Skills

Small animal medicine

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Overview

Salary up to £70,000 DOE | Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 | Welcome Bonus up to £10,000

Are you an experienced small animal vet looking for a rewarding new role?

Join Moorview Vets in Backworth, where your career can truly thrive. Together, we'll reach new heights in veterinary care and personal fulfillment.

Why Choose Moorview Vets

• Flexible, Full-Time Work-Life Balance
• Enjoy a 4-day workweek (40 hours) with a set day off each week
• Participate in a 1-in-6 Saturday rotation within your working hours
• Part-time options available for greater flexibility
• No out-of-hours emergencies, shared bank holidays (daytime only), and practice closure on Christmas and New Year\'s Day
• Diverse Clinical Experience
• Engage in a stimulating mix of consultations and procedures every day
• Work alongside a team passionate about small animal medicine and advanced care

About Us

Moorview Vets is more than just a practice - we're a close-knit family spanning six branches across Newcastle and Northumberland. Our cutting-edge facilities feature on-site CT scans, digital and dental X-rays, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and ultrasound with Doppler.

Located near the stunning Northeast coastline, you'll have easy access to unspoiled beaches and vibrant city life in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne.

Our dedicated team includes

• 11 vets (including a specialist in advanced rabbit and small mammal medicine and surgery)
• 10 Registered Veterinary Nurses trained in schedule 3 procedures
• 2 Student Veterinary Nurses
• 1 Animal Care Assistant
• 14 skilled support staff

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.