Wright and Morten Equine Vets, based in Cheshire are a well-established 8.5 vet team providing a large range of ambulatory and clinic-based services for our clients.
We are seeking to recruit an experienced veterinary surgeon for maternity cover (minimum 6 months) with the possibility of longer-term contract. Finding someone who is the right fit is very important to us as we are proud to be a close- knit supportive team. The role requirements have the potential to be very flexible so give us a call to chat about what works for you.
What are we looking for?
Minimum 2 years experiencedMon-Friday 8.30-5.30pm , option for P/T and OOH rota a possibilityConfident with all routine and ambulatory emergency workRequirement to join the OOH rota is negotiable. The current rota is 1 in 5. Although full time is preferable, we will consider part time
We would also consider someone interested in providing OOH cover on a week on week off basis.
What can we offer?
A supportive friendly teamVery good work life balance with working hours 8:30am-5:30pm but vets are often finished by 5pmGenerous time off for weekends worked (5 days for 2 weekends)You will enjoy clinical freedom with the back-up of our clinic team and friendly supportive ambulatory team.Our team currently consists of certificate holders in Equine Orthopaedics, Internal Medicine, Equine Dentistry and Equine Lameness who are able to offer support with working up your own cases as needed. Clinic facilities for inpatient care, elective surgery, in-house laboratory and a brew and a biscuit whenever it’s required. Opportunity for anaesthesia and surgery for the right candidate but this is not essentialA lovely client base of leisure and sports horses with a good proportion of insured clients. Full range of ambulatory equipment availableIncredible nursing team who are able to assist vets in clinic and on yard as well as providing their own extensive range of duties. Encouragement and support to expand knowledge and skill set
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 -
Work-life balance
6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (Pro rata)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 feesColleague 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
At IVC Evidensia we are a 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 are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.