Salary up to £75,000 DOE plus up to £5,000 Relocation Allowance
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and progressive team at Stamford Veterinary Centre on either a 12-month fixed term or permanent basis.
This role offers a varied caseload with a mix of consulting and surgical duties. We welcome applications from vets working towards or holding postgraduate qualifications. We're passionate about promoting a healthy work/life balance in a supportive and relaxed environment. We understand the importance of flexibility and are happy to tailor working patterns to suit individual needs.
About the Rota
*Full time position is 4 days per week (8.30am - 6.30pm)
*Able to offer part time and flexible rota's depending on your requirements
*1 in 7 on-call rota – (includes a Saturday AM clinic 8.30am-12.30pm)
*Additional remuneration and time off in lieu for out-of-hours work
We're proud to offer our own OOH service, ensuring continuity of care for our clients while maintaining a sustainable rota for our team. We offer an additional bonus for all OOH work and can be discussed in more detail at interview stage.
About Us
We are a first opinion and referral practice, offering services in cardiology, internal medicine, and diagnostic imaging, and currently expanding both our building and clinical services.
Located in the picturesque market town of Stamford, Lincolnshire, we enjoy the charm of countryside living with easy access to major cities including Peterborough, Cambridge, Leicester, Nottingham, and Lincoln. London is just an hour away by train. We actively support local pet charities and participate in social and fundraising events throughout the year.
Meet Our Team
Join our diverse and skilled team of:
*6 vets, including RCVS Advanced Practitioners in Small Animal Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and Diagnostic Imaging
*9 nurses
*9 support staff
We pride ourselves on delivering high standards of clinical care and client service.
Cutting-Edge Facilities
Our practice is well-equipped with:
*Two operating theatres and dedicated feline/canine areas
*Digital video endoscopy and bronchoscopy
*Advanced Doppler ultrasound and digital radiography
*24-hour ECG Holter monitor and 6-lead ECG
*Ophthalmic equipment including tonometer, diamond burr, and surgical loops
*MMP orthopaedic kit
*Multi-parameter monitors and capnography
*In-house laboratory
Unlock Your Potential
We are committed to supporting your professional development. Whether you're pursuing a certificate or simply looking to grow your skills, we offer:
*Generous CPD allowance
*Dedicated study time
*Certificate support
*A collaborative and encouraging team environment
We're looking for a vet confident in routine surgery and medical cases, with a passion for delivering excellent client care and patient outcomes.
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
*RCVS fees
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.
£45,000 - £75,000 a year Salary up to £75,000 DOE