Overview
Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia. Salary up to £75,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 plus Relocation Allowance up to £5,000. We’re on the lookout for a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join our Wymondham branch, a modern, purpose-built practice that’s part of a close-knit group of five well-established sites across Norfolk.
A Practice Where You Can Truly Thrive. As part of the Chapelfield group, we work collaboratively to share knowledge, skills, and resources to ensure you feel supported and connected whether you’re at your branch or discussing cases across sites.
At Wymondham, the practice features a bright, spacious environment with digital radiography, ultrasound with Doppler, dental radiography (new iM3 X-ray machine), multiple consulting rooms, dedicated prep area and imaging suite, two theatres, separate cat and dog waiting areas, kennels, and a cattery (ISFM accreditation in progress). In-house lab includes IDEXX haematology/biochemistry analysers, urine analyser, and microscopy facilities; IDEXX partnerships enable fast, reliable diagnostics.
Although primarily based in Wymondham, there is flexibility across branches and occasional cover at nearby sites to support the wider team.
Responsibilities
* Maintain a varied caseload with a typical split of 75% consults and 25% surgery, including neutering, dentals, and more complex procedures (e.g., lump removals, laparotomies, BOAS, TECA, orthopaedics).
* Work up cases in-house where possible and tailor workloads to individual vets’ strengths and interests; opportunities to pursue certificates.
* Collaborate with a team of 19 small animal vets, 21 registered veterinary nurses, four veterinary care assistants, reception and support staff; participate in case discussions and knowledge sharing.
* Contribute to a supportive team culture with colleagues across multiple sites and a focus on learning and development.
Work Pattern and Benefits
* Flexible working patterns to suit lifestyle; up to 40 hours per week over days; no out-of-hours work; Saturday rota no more than 1 in 4 mornings.
* Work-life balance benefits: 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays), additional birthday leave, private medical insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced family-friendly policies.
* Development support: £1,250 CPD allowance with paid CPD leave, certificate support, access to IVC Evidensia Academy, Vetlexicon resources, research funding eligibility, or Care Fund allocations for vets and nurses.
* Colleague benefits: pension scheme with employer contribution, cycle to work and green car schemes, voluntary benefits, retailer discounts, discounted pet treatment at IVC practices, and professional memberships (e.g., RCVS, VDS).
Location
Wymondham, Norfolk, with excellent access to Norwich and surrounding areas; good transport links for commuting or flexible work arrangements.
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