Overview
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal at Summerwood Vets, Blackwood, South Wales. Salary up to £75,000 DOE. Shape Your Future with Summerwood Veterinary Practice. Flexible full or part-time hours with no weekends or out-of-hours shifts. Typical hours are 8:30am–6:30pm over four days; five shorter days can be discussed. Opportunities to work at the Summercourt site for variety.
Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia. At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose – Healthy Animals, Happy Owners – we’re proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.
About the practice
Our spacious, well-equipped practice features four consult rooms (including one brand new), a new cattery with top-tier kennels, separate cat and dog kennels and waiting areas, a theatre and prep room, laparoscopic equipment, ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray, Idexx lab facilities, and multi-parameter monitoring equipment. You’ll be joining a skilled team of six Vets, eight RVNs, one SVN, and four Receptionists, all supported by our Practice Manager. We strongly encourage professional development, and many of our team are working toward or hold certificates in areas including Feline Medicine, Anaesthesia, Dentistry, and ECC.
Role and responsibilities
You’ll be part of a team providing clinical veterinary services and working toward the best clinical outcomes for patients. The role offers flexible hours and opportunities for collaboration within the team to support patients and families.
Team and development
We encourage professional development and support team members pursuing certificates in areas such as Feline Medicine, Anaesthesia, Dentistry, and ECC. We have a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
Benefits
Your benefits at a glance include:
* Work-life balance & wellbeing: 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
* 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
Development & professional memberships:
* £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
* Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources
* World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
Professional memberships:
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Colleague benefits:
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
Qualifications and experience
We’re looking for a confident communicator who can collaborate within the team to support our patients and who is passionate about veterinary care.
How to apply
Ready to take the next step? Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.
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