Salary up to £70,000 DOE (pro rata), plus Relocation allowance up to £5,000, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000
We are seeking a veterinary surgeon to join our well-established small animal general practice in Newark. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing quality care to their patients and be warm and empathetic towards our clients in times of need.
Work life balance that works for you
This is a part time role working up to 24 hours per week covering sole charge at times. Open between 09:00 –18:00 Monday to Friday and Saturday 08:30 –12:30, with no out of hours or on call as this is covered by Vets Now. Your day will be varied with a mix of consultations and surgery.
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, which is why we support them with our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours; this truly offers the opportunity for a good work-life balance.
Who we are
Companion Vets is a small animal first opinion practice based in Balderton, close to Newark town centre with good links to the A46 and A1 it is a short drive from Nottingham, Lincoln and Leicester. The Main East Coast train line can have you in London within the hour and airports are also easily accessible with East Midlands Airport and Birmingham Airport not too far away.
As we have been established for so long in Newark, we are lucky to have a lovely, bonded client base and most of our clients are dedicated to the care of their pets and proactive in providing preventative healthcare.
The site is well-equipped with in-house lab facilities, ultrasound, diagnostics and digital Xray. We have a diverse team with a wide array of experience levels; currently there is one Veterinary Surgeon, three Registered Veterinary Nurses, one Veterinary Care Assistant and our Receptionist and Practice Manager. Our vet is currently working towards a Certificate in Small Animal Medicine. We encourage professional development and are happy to consider supporting any professional interests or certificate goals.
We believe we can provide a supportive and friendly environment for any new member of staff, with a practice culture that is open to new ideas and passionate about improving patient care and clinical standards.
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 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