Job Description

Join Our Talented Team at Whitehouse Veterinary Clinic



At Whitehouse Veterinary Clinic, we're excited to welcome a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to our team. Whether your strengths lie in medicine, surgery, or both, this is a brilliant opportunity to grow your career alongside a supportive and forward-thinking team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills will help you thrive here as you build strong relationships with both colleagues and clients.



A Modern Practice with a Personal Touch



We're proud to be the only RCVS GP accredited clinic in Derry, offering outstanding first-opinion care across our two sites in Whitehouse and Drumahoe. Our Whitehouse practice is a converted house that's been thoughtfully renovated into a bright, modern space with four consulting rooms, an imaging suite, prep and theatre, separate wards for cats and dogs, an isolation area, and a spacious reception with dedicated waiting areas. We've also invested in facilities that make day-to-day life smoother for the team, with four office spaces, a welcoming staff room, a fully equipped kitchen, and plenty of parking. To keep everyone fuelled, we offer free tea and coffee and have weekly fruit deliveries.



Facilities That Help You Deliver Your Best



Recently refurbished, our clinics are equipped to industry-leading standards, giving you the tools to provide the very best care. Our facilities include ultrasound, dental X-ray, endoscopy, IDEXX blood machines, and an orthopaedic suite with a full TTA kit. With these resources, we're able to manage a wide variety of cases in-house, from routine surgeries and dentals to more advanced procedures such as perineal hernias, anal gland removals, and orthopaedics like TTAs and lateral sutures.



Our caseload is varied, with dogs, cats, rabbits, and some exotics such as birds and reptiles, plus the unique opportunity to care for animals at a local small zoo including raccoons, deer, wallabies, and other rare breeds. Each week, our vets enjoy a healthy balance of consults and surgical time, with at least one vet dedicated to surgery every day.



A Team That Supports and Inspires



You'll be joining a friendly and close-knit group of seven vets, twelve RVNs, and four support staff, including two practice managers. Our team includes certificate holders in medicine and surgery, and we're proud to work alongside a visiting orthopaedic specialist. We're dedicated to helping our people grow, offering full support for those interested in pursuing further certifications or clinical interests.



Beyond the practice, we genuinely enjoy spending time together, with recent team outings including completing the Derry 5k Tough Mudder! We also stay connected to the wider community, working closely with charities such as Cats Protection, PDSA, and Guide Dogs.



Flexibility That Works Around You



At Whitehouse, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Supporting your work-life balance is essential, and we're committed to offering patterns that flex with your lifestyle. For this role, the rota includes part-time hours of 28 per week, plus a half-day Saturday on a 1:3 basis. Out-of-hours cover is shared fairly, with one night every three weeks and one weekend in 18.



Life in Londonderry



Living and working in Derry offers the best of both worlds, a vibrant city steeped in history with the warmth of a close-knit community. Known for its lively arts and music scene, and award-winning restaurants, the city has plenty to explore when you're off duty. The surrounding landscapes are breathtaking, with easy access to the Causeway Coast and Donegal's wild beaches and mountains, making it a perfect spot for both city lovers and outdoor adventurers.



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

7 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays pro rata

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 employee 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



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 58,000 DOE FTE