Plymouth Veterinary Group, Plymouth, Plymouth, South West
Salary up to £65,000 DOE, relocation allowance up to £5,000 and welcome bonus up to £5,000
Plymouth Vets is a modern, purpose-built 24/7 hospital looking for an engaged Veterinary Surgeon to join our welcoming and progressive team. This is an opportunity to work in a hospital environment where collaboration, case continuity and high clinical standards sit at the heart of everything we do.
A Caseload That Keeps You Curious
We are a dedicated small animal practice seeing a broad mix of cases, from routine consultations through to emergency and critical care. With in-house specialists in exotics, our caseload also includes more unusual patients including the occasional monkey. You’ll enjoy a good balance of consults and surgery across the week, with genuine opportunities to develop areas of clinical interest where possible. As a referral-accepting hospital, you’ll have the satisfaction of seeing cases through from start to finish.
Hospital-Level Facilities Without Compromise
You’ll be supported by outstanding facilities including digital and dental X-ray, CT scanner, laparoscopy, endoscopy, advanced imaging and a fully equipped in-house laboratory. We accept referrals from the local area and also cover Out of Hours emergency critical work for local IVC practices, Vets 4 Pets and the PDSA with our own dedicated OOH team at the Derriford Hospital.
Designed for Teams, Patients and Progression
Our main site is a new, purpose-built hospital, supported by three branch surgeries, meaning your time will be split across sites. The hospital boasts a large reception, seven spacious consult rooms, a central prep area with three theatres including a dedicated orthopaedic theatre, a dental suite, X-ray and CT rooms, five species-specific wards plus isolation, quiet office space, a vet library, welcoming staff room, large boardroom for CPD events and meetings, and ample on-site parking.
Flexible Working with Structure and Support
Full-time hours are 40 per week over four days, typically 9am–7pm, with part-time applications over 20 hours also considered. You’ll take part in a 1:5 full weekend rota at the hospital, with Sundays being sole charge for emergencies only. There is no additional out-of-hours or on-call work.
A Team That Invests in You
You’ll join a team of 14 vets, supported by 25 RVNs and SVNs and a dedicated client care team led by our Practice Director. Our vets range from new graduates to those with over 15 years experience. We have certificate holders in exotics, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery and diagnostics, with one currently completing a dentistry certificate, alongside visiting specialists in cardiology and ophthalmology. Support for further certificates is actively encouraged.
Recognised Excellence with a Community Focus
We are proud to be a Burgess Excel Award winner, a Gold Standard Rabbit practice, and to work closely with charities including the PDSA, RSPCA and the local Monkey Sanctuary.
Life in and Around Plymouth
Relocating to Plymouth offers an exceptional lifestyle. With the sea on your doorstep, Dartmoor National Park nearby and easy access to Cornwall and Devon’s coastline, it’s ideal for anyone who loves the outdoors. Plymouth also offers vibrant city life, great food, cultural attractions and excellent transport links, making it a fantastic place to live, work and explore.
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 pro rata
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
RCVS fees
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
Plymouth Veterinary Group, Plymouth
26 William Prance Road, Derriford, Plymouth, PL6 5WR, United Kingdom
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 Amelia Bateman 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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