Graduate Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal
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About the role
This position offers a 41‑hour week, structured across four working days from 8 a.m. to 6.30 p.m., with a 1:8 weekend rota and an additional day off after working a weekend, allowing for excellent work‑life balance.
You will be supported with extended consultations and will have your own consulting list. You will start with routine appointments, gradually moving to more complex or unwell patients. Full surgical support is provided, working alongside another vet on a 1:1 basis until you feel confident to undertake procedures independently. Regular case discussions help support learning and reflection.
Responsibilities
* Attend routine appointments and progressively manage more complex or unwell patients.
* Provide extended consultations and manage your own consulting list under supervision.
* Participate in case discussions and in‑house CPD sessions.
* Assist with surgical procedures under the guidance of an experienced vet.
* Follow clinic policies and support patient care in designated dog, cat, and isolation wards.
Qualifications
* Graduated veterinary degree (or equivalent graduate level qualification).
* Willingness to learn, grow and work in a supportive, small‑animal practice environment.
Benefits and Rewards
* Competitive starting salary from £36,000.
* Salary increase in year 2.
* 6.6 weeks holiday plus birthdays off.
* Company pension with IVC contribution.
* Private medical insurance.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes.
* Retail discounts and cashback.
* Discounted pet care at IVC practices.
* Paid professional memberships (RCVS and others).
* £1,250 per year Care Fund to support wellbeing.
Graduate Academy and Professional Development
* Blended learning programme tailored to your goals.
* Global community of veterinary professionals.
* CPD and research opportunities, including the IVC Evidensia Research Fund.
* Dedicated mentor for guidance.
Legal Information
IVC Evidensia is a Disability Confident Employer. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and reasonable adjustments can be discussed during the recruitment process.
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