Veterinary Surgeon - Kingfisher Veterinary Practice
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Overview
We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our first opinion small animal practice in the rural Somerset countryside. We can offer a competitive salary, CPD allowance, with a 4 day working week, no night duties, and friendly, supportive staff. Some experience is preferred but a motivated recent graduate would be considered. Accommodation is available if required.
More about your role
* A 4 day working week, with hours to suit you
* Supported by our friendly and dedicated team of 18 RVN and 2 SVNS
* Minimal inpatient care, and no OOH
* Supported by Coombefield Veterinary Hospitals, allowing for even more opportunities
* Enjoy a mix of consult and surgery, or consult only – we can adapt the role to your interests
* Crewkerne is our main hub, with 2-3 vets daily, a large amount of ops and dentals taking place
* Opportunities to mentor junior staff and support our new graduates
* Progression opportunities for the right candidate
Our location and practice
Our four branch practice is in rural Somerset with beautiful scenery and the Jurassic coastline within easy reach with transport links via motorway and rail. Equipment includes video endoscopy, tonometry, digital dental X-rays, and ultrasound scanners. Advanced orthopaedic surgery is available to our clients via a visiting specialist and we have certificate holders in ophthalmology and surgery within our team of experienced vets.
Discover the next step in your career
We are seeking a pro-active and dedicated veterinary surgeon. Experience is preferred but all candidates will be considered. Applicants must be RCVS registered. We encourage and fund CPD including study for higher qualifications.
We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
* 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
* 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 pro rata
* 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
* Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
* Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
* Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of voluntary benefits
* Discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
Job details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Veterinary Services
Location: Crewkerne, England, United Kingdom
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