Overview
Salary up to £65,000 DOE FTE
For more than a century, Elm Vets has been at the heart of the Plymouth community. We are excited to welcome an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to our friendly, supportive, and genuinely warm team. With three sites across Plymouth (our main practice in Milehouse and two branches), you’ll enjoy variety, collaboration, and a full view of the diverse cases and equipment we offer.
A Practice Where Every Day Brings Something New
As a small animal-only practice, we care for cats, dogs, rabbits, and a whole range of other small pets. Your three day week includes one dedicated surgical day, while your remaining time focuses on medical work ups and general practice duties. Expect a mix of routine surgeries alongside cases in orthopaedics, dermatology, and more, perfect for keeping your skills sharp and your days interesting.
Tools and Tech to Help You Do Your Best Work
We provide ultrasound, digital and dental X ray, endoscopy, laparoscopic equipment, and a wealth of other diagnostic and surgical tools. Whether you’re already confident in surgery or looking to build on your skills, our experienced team is ready to mentor, support, and encourage you every step of the way.
A Team That Lifts You Up
You’ll be joining a welcoming group of 7 vets, 8 RVNs, 2 VCAs and a client care team. Among us are certificate holders in ECC and orthopaedics, and we’re always happy to support further certification should you wish to pursue one. With extensive expertise across dermatology, acupuncture, and osteoarthritis, you’ll be surrounded by colleagues who love to share knowledge and help you grow. We’re looking for a confident and enthusiastic vet comfortable with general practice duties. Prefer a consult-only role? We’d be happy to discuss this too.
Shape the Role Around You
The position is 30 hours per week over 3 days (8:30am-7pm) with 1:6 Saturday mornings, which are consult only and sole charge, though you’ll never be without support if needed. There’s no OOH or on call work, and we can also consider candidates looking for 20+ hours per week.
Be Part of a Practice That Cares-For Patients and For You
At Elm Vets, you’ll find a supportive environment, a long standing community presence, and a team who genuinely enjoys working together. If you’re passionate about providing excellent care and want to be part of a positive, encouraging practice, we’d love to hear from you.
Because our people matter
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 –
Salary and Benefits
* 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
* £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave
* Certificate support
* Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
* Access to Vetlexicon – online encyclopaedia
* Research funding eligibility for Vets & Nurses
* £1250 per annum via our 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 criteria apply)
* Voluntary benefits allowing selection from options to suit you
* Discounts/cashback with retailers
* Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice
Salary up to £65,000 DOE FTE
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