Overview
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Location and Practice
First Opinion leadership team at Scarsdale Vets welcome applications to join our RCVS accredited practice located in Alfreton, Derbyshire. We see a mix of routine and emergency medical and surgical cases and operate from a multisite practice with an RCVS Tier 3 accredited hospital and eight practice sites.
Responsibilities
* Typical full-time role involves working 38 hours per week over a 4 day week, with a 1:6 Saturday shift (08:30 – 13:00) at the Langley Mill practice. Time back in lieu is given the following week. Bank Holiday cover is required at the main Pride Park hospital on a rota basis. You may be required to assist in cover across any of our practice sites.
* Provide high quality veterinary care for small animals, supporting a team of veterinary surgeons and nurses.
About the Practice and Team
We are a multisite practice in the Midlands, with a main hospital equipped with CT, MRI, advanced ultrasound, endoscopy, digital X-ray, dental radiography, and multiple surgical suites, plus an on-site hydrotherapy and rehabilitation centre and access to a multi-disciplinary referral service. Our team includes 25 veterinary surgeons and a roster of new graduate vets, supported by registered veterinary nurses, veterinary care assistants and client care advisors. Many team members hold certificates in Medicine, Surgery, ECC, Ophthalmology and Imaging, with active support for certificate study.
Benefits and Perks
* Welcome bonus of up to £5,000 (pro rata) and relocation support of up to £5,000.
* Work-life balance and flexible working patterns to suit individual needs.
* Private medical insurance; Employee Assistance Programme; enhanced family-friendly policies; wellbeing initiatives.
* CPD support: £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata); learning and development opportunities via IVC Evidensia Academy; access to Vetlexicon; research funding opportunities.
* Professional memberships: BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees.
* Colleague benefits: pension scheme with employer contribution, cycle to work and green car schemes, discounts with retailers, and pet treatment discounts at IVC Evidensia practices.
Qualifications and Requirements
* RCVS registered veterinary surgeon. Opportunity to pursue certificates; strong commitment to high standards of care.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Veterinary Services
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