Overview
Join us as a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon at Vale Vets, a well-established small animal veterinary hospital in Portishead with additional branches in Clevedon and Pill. The practice delivers 24/7 care and holds Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Tier 3 status, offering a varied caseload within a collaborative and supportive team environment.
* Team: Vets and qualified nurses with 24/7 nursing support
* Certificate holders: ECC, Medicine, Ophthalmology (+ studying Exotics & Cardiology)
* Facilities: Laparoscopy, endoscopy, ultrasound, digital & dental x-ray, in-house lab
* Caseload: Mix of consultations and surgery, from routine to complex
* Setup: Main hospital + 2 branch practices (consults & routine procedures)
IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.
At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload. You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality clinical care across a varied caseload of consultations and surgical procedures
* Provide excellent client communication and maintain strong client relationships
* Work collaboratively with a supportive team of vets and qualified nurses
* Contribute to case continuity within a 24/7 hospital setting
* Engage with a diverse caseload across the main hospital and branch practices
Working Pattern
* Full-time, 36 hours per week across 4 days
* 1 night on-call (OOH) per week
* 1 full weekend in 5 with time off in lieu (1.25 days)
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:
* A veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
* Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
* A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
* Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
How We’ll Support You
At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
* Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
* Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
* Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
* 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
* BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
* Retail discounts and cashback offers
* Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
Salary: £0 - £60,000 a year. Salary up to £60,000 FTE DOE.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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