Job Description

Salary up to 41,000 DOE



We have an exciting opportunity for a veterinary surgeon to join our team at Haydon Veterinary Centre. This role offers a well-balanced caseload between surgery and medicine, in a progressive environment.



Haydon Veterinary Centre is a small animal first opinion practice based in the beautiful coastal town of Bridport, Dorset.



Our friendly and experienced team comprises of 3 vets and 5 RVNs and 1 SVN. Within the team we have certificate holders in surgery, medicine and cardiology.



Haydon veterinary centre is well equipped with on site laboratory, digital x-ray, ultrasound and state of the art operating theatre including laparoscopy enabling us to offer the majority of diagnostic investigations and surgical procedures in house.



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 a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.



Full or part time considered. Ideally working 2 full days per week with a Saturday morning (3 hours) on a 1:4 rotation. No out of hours.



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

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 41,000 DOE



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