Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Salary up to £70,000 DOE Welcome Bonus up to £2,000 Relocation Allowance up to £2,000 Become a part of our 35-year legacy. We are currently looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our established first-opinion, small animal practice. You will be based at our branch in Totton with the option of also working at our Lyndhurst branch. With opportunities for growth and development, a supportive work environment, and a chance to strike the right work-life balance, this is a perfect opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a fulfilling and rewarding career. Work-life balance that works for you We are open to full and/or part-time applicants. The full-time position is typically 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days with 1 in 5 Saturdays (with time off in lieu). We offer flexible working patterns that flex with you and your lifestyle. Our fully equipped practices Our sites are fully equipped with digital X-rays, ultrasounds, in-house lab machines, and dental radiography. Totton: Silver Cat-Friendly Clinic, minutes\’ drive from the New Forest and a short drive to the market town of Romsey. Lyndhurst: Situated in the New Forest in a thatched cottage with rural surrounding walks. Both sites are located close to Southampton with easy travel to the coast. Find a phenomenal team We have a supportive team of 5 Veterinary Surgeons, 2 of whom hold certificates in Dentistry and Ultrasound, 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, and a Student Veterinary Nurse. Our dedicated practice manager and supportive colleagues will ensure that you have all the resources and support you need to excel in your career. We are happy to support a certificate. Our friendly and experienced team prides itself on providing the best care for pets and clients alike. The role offers a good balance between consulting, operating, and preventative healthcare. We offer 20-minute appointments for non-routines to ensure our patients receive high-quality care, and our team has sufficient time to provide thorough workups and excellent client communication. Because our people matter We recognize 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: 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 * Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing Development * £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata * Certificate support * Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy * Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider * All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding * All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend 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. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well. * Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria. * Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you. * Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers. * Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice. At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. We are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr