Discover Your Next Adventure as a Veterinary Surgeon at Mintlaw Vets
Are you a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a dynamic team in Aberdeenshire? Mintlaw Vets welcomes applications for this exciting role, where flexibility is key. Mintlaw is a small town located in beautiful Aberdeenshire, with easy access to the coast and 30 miles from the city of Aberdeen. Our practice is on the outskirts of town near Aden and Pitfour Country Parks.
Embrace a Rewarding Balance
At Mintlaw Vets, we understand the importance of achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. We are looking for a part-time vet working 30 hours per week. Joining our team means contributing to a rotating 1:5 Saturday working 9am-1pm. Absolutely no out-of-hours commitment.
Dynamic Caseload and Surgical Opportunities
Your role with us will encompass a diverse range of 1st opinion small animal caseloads, presenting you with the chance to engage both your consulting and surgical skills. A keen interest in surgery would be invaluable, as you'll participate in general surgery, including dentistry. One dedicated ops day each week will allow you to immerse yourself in surgical excellence.
Pioneers in Veterinary Excellence
Mintlaw Vets is a bustling single-site practice situated in Aberdeenshire. Our purpose-built premises houses a vibrant and forward-thinking team that values collaboration. With a focus on continuous improvement, we hold RCVS Accreditation, VetGDP, VN Training Practice status, and ISFM Cat-Friendly Clinic Accreditation. We implement Fear Free techniques to enhance the well-being of both clients and patients.
Empowerment and Progression
Within our well-equipped facility, you'll find a light and spacious waiting room, 4 consulting rooms (including a dedicated nurse consultation room), a surgical operating theatre and a radiography/dentistry suite housing up to date equipment. Our in-house lab is equipped with Idexx analysers and a microscope, while our cutting-edge tools include ultrasound, therapeutic laser, endoscopy, dental radiography and more.
A Cohesive Team for Comprehensive Care
As a member of our 5 strong Veterinary team, you’ll collaborate closely and be supported by our 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, student nurses and VCA’s. Our clinical excellence is supported by a diligent Reception and management team. Notable accomplishments include a vet working towards medicine certificate, vet skilled in acupuncture, RVN specialising in rabbit care, and another instrumental in attaining our ISFM Silver Cat-Friendly Clinic accreditation.
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
* 6.8 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 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.
Up to £48,750 DOE
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