Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Northumberland
We are seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join our small animal department, working up to 28 hours per week. You will be based at our main hospital or one of our branches. The role is primarily first opinion, with opportunities to develop clinical skills or for certificate holders to thrive in a supportive environment. Contribution to the Saturday daytime rota is required.
Based in Morpeth, our 27-vet practice offers a diverse team across small animal, exotics, equine, farm, and export disciplines. We operate a purpose-built hospital at Whorral Bank, complemented by 8 branch surgeries. Facilities include 4 theatres, dental and radiography suites, endoscopy, ultrasound, ECG, and hydrotherapy suites, with separate wards for cats, dogs, exotics, and small mammals. We provide our own out-of-hours service and have a team with multiple certificate holders across various specialties.
About Us We are committed to high standards of patient care and a supportive working environment.
Responsibilities
* Join the small animal department as a part-time Veterinary Surgeon
* Work up to 28 hours per week with flexible scheduling
* Cover either at the main hospital or a branch
* Participate in the Saturday daytime rota
Why Join Us?
* Work with a close-knit, friendly team of vets, nurses, and support staff
* Regular veterinary meetings and social events
* Extensive CPD opportunities and professional growth
* Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care
Benefits
* Competitive base salary (up to £65,000 FTE DOE)
* 6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay policies
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes, voluntary benefits, and retail discounts
* Research funding access and CPD allowance (£1,250) with 40 hours paid CPD leave
* Care Fund and Infection Prevention and Control Programme
Requirements and Eligibility
* Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with UK registration
* Desire to work in a collaborative, patient-focused environment
* Willingness to contribute to the Saturday rota
At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging and are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions and will discuss reasonable adjustments in recruitment.
Location: Morpeth, England, United Kingdom
Note: This listing may include referrals to other positions within the group; this does not affect the current role eligibility.
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