Find a place to grow
Here at Hook Veterinary Centre, we have a unique opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced and very supportive team. You will be responsible for carrying out consultations and surgery working collaboratively with a strong team of experienced vets and nurses to give the highest levels of patient care. There is no sole charge for our team to ensure everyone feels supported at all times.
Work life balance that works for you
The full-time rota will include working on average 4.5 days per week with a share in the Saturday mornings which are fully staffed by 2 vets, 2 nurses and receptionists, and a day off is given when working Saturdays. No OOH. We would also welcome applications from part time candidates, work/life balance and comprehensive mental health support is a priority at Hook Vets.
Who we are
Hook Vets is a thriving practice, which has expanded over the last 2 years. The practice is located in a small town in Hampshire with excellent road and rail links. We are situated within 5 minutes drive of the M3, J5, and 3-minute walk from Hook station, which is on the mainline to London Waterloo/ Southampton Central. We have a very loyal client base, with over 70% on our pet health club.
The practice is well equipped with digital x-ray, dental x-ray, Esaote MyLabX7 ultrasound, K-Laser and in house IDEXX lab. We are currently planning our move to a new purpose-built building.
Meet like-minded professionals
Our team consists of 7 Veterinary Surgeons, 7 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 3 Student Veterinary Nurses, 1 Animal Care Assistant and 4 Receptionists. We actively encourage our team to further their skill set. If you want to do a certificate, we will support and fund your aspirations. We also have certificate holders in companion animal behaviour and cardiology, and have visiting orthopaedic and soft tissue specialists.
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 -
Because our employees 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 -
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helplineEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
Development
£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingAll our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care FundInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
BVA membershipVDS coverRCVS 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 criteriaVoluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit youAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice