Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Morpeth

VC Evidensia UK; Town of Northumberland (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Northumberland seeks a Veterinary Surgeon for their small animal department. This full-time role offers a balanced work-life schedule, competitive salary, and numerous professional development opportunities. Join a supportive team dedicated to exceptional animal care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Full time veterinary surgeon role with OOH commitments.
• Opportunities for skill development and certificate holders.

Responsibilities

• Join the small animal department in a 4-day work week.
• Provide first opinion veterinary care.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Communication

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Morpeth

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.

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
• 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!

Robson & Prescott Veterinary Surgeons, Morpeth Whorral Bank Branch

Whorral Bank, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 3BN, United Kingdom

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