Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Avondale Veterinary Group, Strathaven - Small animal, Strathaven, Scotland
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
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Salary up to 65,000, Relocation Allowance up to 5,000 plus Welcome Bonus up to 3,000!

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and team-focused vet to join us as we are developing our small animal veterinary team. We believe work- life balance is essential in helping our team thrive. That is why we are offering a flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours, allowing you to find a schedule that works for you. If you have an ideal pattern in mind, we are happy to discuss this. We place great importance on creating a supportive, happy, and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.

We are looking for someone who enjoys all aspects of general practice and who has a keen emphasis on high quality patient care. We are proud of being a training practice for the next generation of RVNs and see a whole clinical team approach essential to achieving the very best for our patients.###

Fix or Flex - find your perfect balance

Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours truly tips the scale on your work life balance. We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it brilliantly easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you.
The full time hours for this role include up to 37.5 hours per week across 4 days, with a share in 1 in 4 Saturday mornings. We welcome applicants looking for part time / flexible working hours.###

Purpose-built for amazing care

At Avondale Vets, we foster a positive and inclusive workplace where we want camaraderie and team spirit to thrive This is reflected in our staff events (our upcoming practice BBQ for example) and community involvement (through visits to local primary schools; a presence at our local agricultural show and supporting the work of our local council run small zoo collection). We take great pride in our role as both veterinary professionals and active local advocates.

We are proud of our rich history--our founding partner famously diagnosed and reported the first ever Left Displaced Abomasum (LDA)! We have been in our purpose-built premises on the Strathaven Rural Centre on the outskirts of town since 2009.###

Our people are at the heart

At Avondale, you'll be joining a well-established and supportive team made up of passionate professionals across multiple disciplines. We're proud to have a diverse and experienced group, including:

2 Clinical Directors (one leading equine, one small animal) 1 Practice Manager 17 Vets (4 small animal, 4 farm animal, 3 equine, and 6 dedicated to export work) Head RVN and 2 RVNs 1 Small Animal SVN 9 Support Staff


Our Small Animal Clinical Director brings over 13 years of experience at Avondale and is a fantastic source of support and mentorship. Within our small animal team, we have a vet currently undertaking a Postgraduate Certificate in Small Animal Surgery and Orthopaedics, and another working towards a GPCert in Cardiology--reflecting our strong culture of clinical development and progression.

We have invested in laparoscopic surgical equipment and some of our vets are trained in providing laparoscopic spays alongside other procedures. We are currently in the process of expanding our ability to offer in house surgical services for orthopaedic surgery including TPLO. We have dental radiography along with digital radiography, ultrasonography and endoscopy allowing us to provide a high level of diagnostic work. Alongside this we have our lab kitted out with microscope with built in camera and Imagyst allowing us to show clearly to clients what we are diagnosing.###

Life in Strathaven

Our practice is in the charming market town of Strathaven, a Royal Burgh since 1450. The area offers a fantastic mix of history and modern living, with attractions like Strathaven Castle, the award-winning Strathaven Park, and a local golf club. We're a team that values social connection, from participating in the annual Strathaven Raft Race to hosting informal get-togethers.
With excellent schools and Glasgow just a short drive away, Strathaven is an ideal place to settle and thrive.###

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
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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
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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
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Professional Memberships

BVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees
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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
Avondale Veterinary Group, Strathaven - Small animal
Avondale House, Strathaven Rural Centre, Strathaven, ML10 6SY, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Dogs, cats & small pets
Farm animals
Equine
Exotic Friendly
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.###

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Taylor Findlay from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.####

Senior Talent Partner

Taylor Findlay

taylor.findlay@ivcevidensia.com