Overview
Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia.
Salary up to £65,000 DOE, plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus and £5,000 Relocation Allowance.
Get ready to embark on a fabulous new opportunity. This full-time role focuses on hands-on care of small animals, providing both routine and emergency healthcare at Portland House Veterinary Group.
What’s Coming
By late 2025 we will have moved into a brand-new purpose build hospital with 6 consult rooms, 3 theatres, a separate dental suite and more. Our main site in Retford has state of the art equipment including a digital X-ray system, dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscope and a full internal lab.
What’s Great
No more out-of-hours or on-call duty. Your role will include a range of responsibilities, from consultations and routine surgeries to client liaison and managing treatment plans.
What we are looking for
We are seeking an exceptional Veterinary Surgeon with post-graduate experience, decision-making skills and a compassionate nature. You’ll be supported by an experienced team who are by your side every step of the way. This is a full-time position, with flexible options discussed on request. Ideally, you would work 40 hours per week over 5 days; reduced hours/days can be considered. Full-time vets work 8:30am to 6pm when our OOH service kicks in.
About Portland House Vets
Portland House Vets is a trailblazing small animal practice located in Retford. Our team includes vets, nurses and support staff who are committed to delivering first-class service to clients and their pets. We support staff well-being with resources such as a dedicated mental health first aider and social activities.
We recognise that our people are fundamental to our success and offer a competitive base salary plus benefits.
What you’ll receive
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
* Wellbeing initiatives
Development
* £1,250 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 opportunities for Vets & Nurses
* £1,250 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 applies)
* Voluntary benefits and retailer discounts
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at IVC Evidensia practices
IVC Evidensia is committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We welcome candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
£0 - £65,000 a year. Salary up to £65,000 DOE.
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