We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join us at Vale Vets, Dursley. This is a first opinion role that offers a well-balanced caseload of surgery, medicine and consulting.
About the rota
We’re looking for someone to work on a full time basis, working 40 hours per week over a 4 day week. As we are a hospital, we provide around the clock inpatient care. Our clinical staff take part in the shared out of hours rota which sites at 1:8. You’d be expected to take part in this as well. We are keen to hear from candidates that are looking for part time hours as well.
About us
Currently we have 10 First Opinion Clinicians, 10 Referral Vets, and around 30 Nursing Staff. We have a dynamic management team of 5. We have certificate holders in diagnostic imaging, medicine and a few of our vets are currently studying their surgical certificates. As a First Opinion team, and we're lucky to have the support of specialists within our Referral team. We have all the modern facilities that you’d expect: including digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, CT, extensive animal care facilities, dental suite, five theatres and a chemotherapy room. We are also proud to be accredited as a Gold Cat Friendly Clinic.
Here's what the team have to say
"At Vale you are spoilt with a modern hospital with all the mod cons, but actually, the best thing about working here is the people. The first opinion team are an experienced team who look out for each other, and having the referral team in the same building means you can always pop into their office for advice. If you want to work up your own interesting case you can, and they will be there to scrub into a surgery with you or help you run a CT scan. This balance provides great job satisfaction". - Zephanie, vet.
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 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
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.