Unlock Your Passions At Mintlaw Vets
Mintlaw is a small town located in beautiful Aberdeenshire, with easy access to the coast and just 30 miles from the city of Aberdeen. Our practice is situated on the outskirts of town near Aden and Pitfour Country Parks, providing a wonderful balance of rural charm and accessibility to city amenities.
We have a small and friendly team of 3.3 FTE Vets, 4.3 FTE Nurses, and a great support and administrative team who are all looking forward to supporting a new graduate. Within our team, we have a certificate holder in Veterinary Education who will also be your mentor in practice.
We have a social committee that organizes regular socials with the team. We hold our ISFM Silver Cat-Friendly Clinic accreditation. We are a RWAF Rabbit Friendly Veterinary Practice. We are a veterinary nurse and VCA training practice. We are a RCVS accredited Small Animal General Practice.
In terms of facilities, we have outdoor kennels where your pet is welcome to stay during shifts. We have a custom-built practice with a large car park, a light and spacious waiting room, four consulting rooms (including a dedicated nurse consultation room), a surgical operating theatre, and a radiography/dentistry suite housing up-to-date equipment. Our in-house lab is equipped with Idexx analysers and a microscope, while our cutting‑edge tools include ultrasound, therapeutic laser, endoscopy, and dental radiography with very modern dental equipment.
Enjoy a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
You will work 40 hours per week which are flexible in terms of how these can be broken down. This would include 1 in 4/5 weekends which would be factored into your weekly hours. There are also no out of hours.
We have a very experienced and skilled team that are dedicated to providing top patient care. The graduate will be supported by a friendly, collaborative team of vets, nurses and support staff, and encouraged to ask questions and discuss cases openly. Emphasis is placed on wellbeing, work–life balance, and creating a safe learning environment where the graduate feels valued and supported. There will be regular one-to-one mentoring with an experienced veterinary surgeon, and a gradual increase in clinical responsibility at a pace appropriate to the individual.
Be Part Of Something Bigger – What You’ll Get
At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to helping you shape your career your way. Our Graduate Academy offers the very best start to life in practice.
* Boost Your Learning – Take your career to the next level with our blended learning programme, tailored to your goals.
* Connect, Learn, Grow – Join a global community of veterinary professionals and access career opportunities across our network.
* Unlock Your Development – Explore CPD and research opportunities, including the IVC Evidensia Research Fund.
* Supported to Thrive – Gain invaluable experience with guidance from a dedicated mentor who cares about your progression.
* Your Wellbeing – Feel supported with £1,250 per year to spend via our Care Fund, plus a range of wellbeing initiatives.
Benefits And Rewards
Enjoy a competitive starting salary from £36,000, alongside a range of benefits designed to help you thrive:
* Salary increase in year 2
* No financial tie-in
* 6.6 weeks holiday + your birthday off
* Company pension with IVC contribution
* Private medical insurance
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes
* Retail discounts and cashback
* Discounted pet care at IVC practices
* Paid professional memberships (RCVS and others)
IVC Evidensia is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.
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