Overview
Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia UK. Salary up to £65,000 DOE, plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus and £5,000 Relocation Allowance. This role is based at Portland House Veterinary Group in Retford.
Get ready to embark on a fabulous new opportunity. As part of our dynamic team, you’ll be responsible for hands-on care of small animals, providing both routine and emergency healthcare at Portland House Veterinary Group.
By late 2025 we will have moved into a brand-new purpose-built 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.
Responsibilities
* Hands-on care of small animals, including consultations and routine surgeries
* Client liaison and managing treatment plans
* Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment
What we’re looking for
* Exceptional Veterinary Surgeon with post-graduate experience, decision-making skills and a compassionate nature
* Supportive team environment; you will not be alone as the team will be with you
* This is a full-time position; flexible options may be discussed
* Ideally, 40 hours per week over 5 days; reduced hours/days possible
* All full-time vets work 8:30am to 6pm when our OOH service kicks in
Work pattern
Role is full-time with potential flexible arrangements. OOH service timing applies for full-time staff.
Location and team
Portland House Vets, Retford. Our team currently consists of 13 vets, 11 nurses and 7 support staff. We are a close-knit team dedicated to providing first-class service to clients and their pets.
Benefits and wellbeing
* 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
* Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
* CPD allowance (£1,250) with paid CPD leave pro rata; certificate support; learning and development via IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopedia
* Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
* Care Fund: £1,250 per annum to allocate
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
Professional memberships and perks
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
* Company pension scheme with employer contribution
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (eligibility applies)
* Discounts with participating retailers and discounted pet treatment at IVC Evidensia practices
IVC Evidensia is committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and will discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
Salary up to £65,000 DOE
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