Overview
Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Mixed Animal role at IVC Evidensia.
12-month fixed term contract, covering maternity leave, offering a chance to be part of a true mixed animal practice in the heart of Highland Perthshire.
Role details
While our preference is for a Mixed Animal Veterinary Surgeon, we are also happy to consider applications from Small Animal Vets who feel they would be a great fit. Working across two branches, you will enjoy the variety and scope of cases that mixed practice brings, with the full support of an experienced and collaborative team.
Hours and rota
Full-time hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday with a 1 in 5 out-of-hours rota (1 weeknight a week and 1 in 5 weekends) with a Day Off in lieu after a weekend on call. Flexibility to consider part-time hours for the right candidate.
We offer a flexible approach to working hours to help you balance career and priorities outside of work.
About Us
Both our Aberfeldy and Pitlochry branches are equipped with Digital X-ray & Ultrasound, and a range of other tools and equipment. Our team includes 6 Vets, 3 registered veterinary nurses, 1 student veterinary nurse, and a Practice Manager. We are a close-knit team with social activity and a friendly client base, located in the Scottish Highlands with access to outdoor activities.
Benefits and compensation
Salary: £0 - £65,000 per year (up to £65,000 DOE).
Work-life balance
* 6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Colleague wellbeing initiatives
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 online encyclopaedia
* Research funding for Vets and Nurses
* £1250 per annum to spend via Care Fund
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
* Company pension scheme with employer contribution
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (eligibility criteria)
* Flexible voluntary benefits
* Discounts with participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at IVC Evidensia practices
Location and other notes
Perth, Scotland (to £65K) – refer to Perth, Crieff, Aberfeldy locations as listed in the job posting.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Veterinary Services
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