Overview
Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia.
Salary up to £65,000 DOE (FTE) plus £1,500 Relocation Allowance.
This role is part-time hours 20–30 per week. Flexible working options available (e.g., school hours), no OOH, 1-in-6 weekend rota (Saturday 4.15pm finish, Sunday short 4-hour shift only, no routines). Weekends are a sole charge (alongside a RVN and 2 Receptionists).
Career development and supportive team environment described below.
Caseload
Varied small animal and exotic (mainly rabbits and rodents), with a nice mix of medical and surgical cases. Emphasis on preventative care through clinics (feline blood pressure, weight clinics, healthy pet and wellness screens, etc.). Dental X-ray capability (two-stage dental procedures with full mouth X-rays). Digital radiography available. Excellent ultrasound machine (MC and PA probes). Endoscopy equipment is being invested in. Internal laboratory supports many same-day results. Vets Now Macclesfield is the OOH provider.
Practice and Culture
Friendly, close-knit team with low staff turnover; many staff members have been with the practice for >10 years. Team is encouraged to have a voice, regular clinical discussions, and ongoing clinical/professional development. Active wellbeing and mental health advocacy.
Location
Congleton, a large town on the East Cheshire/Staffordshire/Derbyshire border, near the Peak District, with access to Manchester, Birmingham, and Liverpool.
Professional Development & Benefits
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
* Funding for research opportunities across all Vets & Nurses
* £1,250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
* Infection Prevention and Control Programme
* Quality Improvement Programme
Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing
* 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 (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay)
* Wellbeing initiatives
Other Benefits
* Company pension scheme (employer contributions from the company)
* Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (subject to eligibility)
* Voluntary benefits selection from a range of options
* Discounts/cashback with participating retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Memberships & Fees
* BVA membership
* VDS cover
* RCVS fees
Colleague Benefits
* Company pension scheme with employer contributions
* Discounted treatment for your own pets
* Other voluntary benefits and discounts
IVC Evidensia supports 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.
Salary: £0–£65,000 per year; Salary up to £65,000 DOE (FTE).
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Veterinary Services
We are not providing any additional job postings beyond the core Veterinary Surgeon role here.
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