We are a well established 3-branch small animal clinic on the outskirts of Edinburgh.
We have an exciting opportunity for a full time veterinary surgeon to join our team in Penicuik. Penicuik is a branch surgery consisting of 1 RVN and 5 Veterinary surgeons (part time) working alongside a 3 person administration/reception team.
Our practice is well equipped with digital x-ray, dental x-ray, ultrasound (including echo) and in house lab. We offer laparoscopic spays and orthopaedic surgeries at our main surgery in Musselburgh. Client and patient care are our main focus and we do that by offering a friendly and supportive environment to work in.
We have a wide variety of cases and the role will involve a mixture of surgery and routine consultations along with routine diagnostic case workups. We have a great balance of experienced vets and RVNs and those who are more recently qualified.
Hours of work are 40 hours per week currently worked as a 4-day week. Part time would be considered. The role also involves 1 in 7 weekends (daytime only) with a day given off in lieu for a weekend worked in line with our work-life balance ethos. Our out of hours work is outsourced locally.
We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who believes in the importance of teamwork as much as we do. CPD is encouraged and funded. We offer a competitive salary, exclusive company discounts, reward schemes and career development.
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
6.8 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.
Any questions before applying?
Speak to Taylor Findlay from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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