Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; GBP 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Lincolnshire seeks a dedicated vet to join their supportive team. The role offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, skilled communicators who thrive in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted treatment for pets

Qualifications

• Friendly and enthusiastic vet comfortable working with a larger team.
• Skilled at communicating with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• 40 hours over 4 days per week, with 1:8 weekends.
• Provide high standards of clinical care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

South Lincs Vet Group, Sutterton, Lincolnshire, East Midlands

Salary up to £80,000 DOE plus £5,000 relocation allowance

The practice has a spacious, well-equipped hospital and four satellite branches. There is a large and varied case load of both medical and surgical cases, and our vets have clinical freedom.

The Hospital

The hospital has recently been extended and is well equipped with top class imaging (digital x-ray, CT scanner, ultrasound, video endoscope including laparoscopic kit), a wide range of surgical equipment, four sterile theatres, dental x-ray, ECG, tonopen and slit lamp, Class 4 laser, extensive lab including EPOC, spacious dog and cat kennels and a large isolation area. There are seven consulting rooms.

We are proud of our team, and we aim to support them with generous renumeration and support. Postgraduate studies are encouraged and supported.

South Lincs Vet Group is located near Boston, with excellent road links in all directions, and rail links to London and nationwide via Peterborough. The beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds and the Norfolk coast are within easy day trip distance. The skies are huge, the people are friendly, and costs of living are very affordable.

The Role

40 hours over 4 Days per week, 1:8 weekends, odd night shift, however we are fully flexible on this

About the Team and Culture

Our friendly, experienced and supportive team are committed to offering high standards of clinical care. We have vets who have completed or are studying towards further qualifications in both orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery, internal medicine, dermatology and ECC. The vets are well supported by an experienced and conscientious team of RVN, SVNs and ANAs, and excellent support staff. We're a friendly crew and never fail to help newcomers feel at ease.

Personal and Professional attributes you are looking for within a candidate

We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic vet who is comfortable with working with a larger team. You will be skilled at communicating with clients and colleagues and share our passion for excellent client and patient care.

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
• 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
• RCVS fees
• 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.

South Lincs Vet Group, Sutterton

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.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Jim Dixon from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.