Salary: up to £70,000 DOE plus £1,500 Relocation Allowance
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at Stamford Veterinary Centre. The role will involve a blend of consulting and theatre. Candidates studying towards or holding postgraduate qualifications are encouraged to apply.
Our aim is to offer a good work/life balance in a friendly, relaxed working atmosphere. We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it easy for you to strike the right balance. We are happy to accommodate a flexible working pattern to suit you.
About the Rota
1. 2-4 days per week
2. We are proud to offer our OOH service to our clients to provide continuity in their time of need, and we balance this out with days off in lieu and extra remuneration: the on-call rota is 1 in 7 (you will not be expected to stay at the practice and you would be assisted by our experienced nursing and support team)
3. 1 in 7 weekends on duty with a day off in lieu the following week
About Us
We are a first opinion and cardiology referral practice (soon to be offering internal medicine and imaging referrals too). Nestled in the pretty market town of Stamford, Lincolnshire, we are perfectly situated, providing the best of both worlds with beautiful countryside and Rutland Water on our doorstep, but also easy access to the nearby cities of Peterborough, Cambridge, Leicester, Nottingham and Lincoln, and London just an hour away on the train.
We have links to local pet charities and take part in social and charity events during the year.
Meet Our Team
Join our diverse and dynamic team of 6 vets (including a RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Cardiology, a Certificate Holder in Internal Medicine and another completing the certificate in Diagnostic Imaging), 9 nurses & 9 support staff who are proud to offer our clients a high standard of clinical expertise and patient care.
Cutting-Edge Facilities
As well as the standard tools, two operating theatres and dedicated areas for feline and canine patients, we have:
* Advanced Doppler ultrasound and digital x-rays for state-of-the-art imaging
* 24h ECG Holter monitor as well as conventional 6 leads ECG
* Tonometer, diamond burr, loops and other dedicated ophthalmic equipment
* MMP orthopaedic kit
* Multi-parameters and capnography units
* Video endoscope and bronchoscope
* In-house laboratory
Unlock Your Potential
We are committed to nurturing your growth. If you are pursuing postgraduate qualifications, we will support with a generous CPD allowance and dedicated study time. Certificate holders are encouraged to apply.
We are in search of a surgeon with confidence in handling routine surgeries and medical cases. Rest assured; our supportive team is always ready to lend a hand. Your dedication to delivering exceptional client experiences and maintaining the highest care standards will make you an invaluable member of our team.
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
Salary: up to £70,000 DOE
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