Salary up to £65,000 DOE and relocation allowance up to £5,000.
Job Overview
Otter vets are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team in Sidmouth on a 6 month FTC.
Caseload
Our caseload offers a great mix, predominantly cats and dogs with some small furries, and our days are carefully structured to feel both balanced and manageable. You’ll enjoy a good split between consultations and surgery, with protected admin time built into each day so you can keep on top of your notes without feeling rushed. Surgical work is mainly routine, with dedicated operating days each week, and for those who prefer a consult-only role, we’re very happy to explore this. The practice has digital X-ray, ultrasound, tonometry and a full IDEXX suite, giving you everything you need to work cases up thoroughly and confidently. Above all, our focus is on delivering high-quality care in a calm, supportive environment.
Support
There are some elements of sole charge within the role, but you’re never truly on your own. Support is always available, both within the practice and across our other branch in Sidmouth, giving reassurance and backup whenever it’s needed. You’ll be supported by a brilliant nursing team who assist with both surgery and consultations, as well as running their own nurse clinics, helping the day run smoothly and collaboratively.
Flexible Working
This is a full-time role of 40 hours per week, worked across four or five days, with just one in four Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 1pm. There are no out-of-hours or on-call requirements. We’re also open to part-time applications. This is a FTC for 6 months.
Team
Our friendly team works across two sites and includes an experienced vet, two dedicated RVNs and four fantastic support team members, with regular long-term locum support as well.
Location
Life in and around Ottery St Mary offers the perfect blend of countryside charm and modern convenience. Set in the beautiful East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the town is known for its strong community spirit, independent shops, cafés and historic character. With stunning walking routes on your doorstep, the Jurassic Coast just a short drive away, and easy access to Exeter for city life, Ottery St Mary is ideal for those who enjoy a relaxed pace without feeling remote.
Benefits
* Work-life balance
* 6.6 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
* Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
* Development: £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave
* 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
* Colleague Benefits: 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
Recruitment Process
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. 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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