Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-centre veterinary practice in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced small animal vet. This role offers a flexible 4-day week schedule along with an opportunity for professional development including a £1250 CPD allowance. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with no out-of-hours commitments and benefits such as 6.6 weeks of annual leave and private medical insurance. Join a supportive team dedicated to providing excellent care.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Qualifications

• Experienced small animal vet seeking a fulfilling opportunity.
• Must have a veterinary degree.
• Willingness to work a 4-day week with Saturday rotation.

Responsibilities

• Consult and perform procedures to provide veterinary care.
• Engage in continuous professional development.
• Ensure work-life balance with no out-of-hours commitments.

Skills

Small animal veterinary experience

Consulting and procedures

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

CT scanner

Digital X-ray

Job description

Are you an experienced small animal vet seeking a fulfilling opportunity? Moorview Vets in Backworth is where your journey to excellence begins. Join us, and together, we'll reach new heights.

Your Path with Us

Enjoy a flexible, full-time schedule consisting of a 4-day week with a set day off, tallying up to 40 hours per week.

1 in 6 Saturday rotation as part of your 40 hours, with the option for part-time arrangements.

Revel in a practice that respects your work-life balance - no out-of-hours commitment, shared bank holidays (daytime only), and closure on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Your daily duties will encompass a dynamic blend of consulting and performing procedures, offering you a diverse and enriching experience.

About Us

We're not just a practice; we're a family of multi-centre veterinary excellence, with six branches spread across Newcastle and Northumberland. Our state-of-the-art facilities include on-site CT, direct digital X-ray, dental X-ray suites, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and ultrasound with doppler capabilities.

Nestled close to the captivating Northeast coast, we're surrounded by miles of unspoiled beaches and conveniently located within striking distance of vibrant Newcastle-Upon-Tyne.

Our team consists of 11 vets, 10 RVNs, 2 SVNs, 1 ACA, and 14 dedicated support staff. Our RVNs are trained in schedule 3 procedures. Plus, we're thrilled to have a vet with a clinical interest in advanced rabbit and small mammal medicine and surgery.

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
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support

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 £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care

Moorview Vets, Backworth

Station Road, Backworth, NE27 0AA, United Kingdom

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 Mike Burrell from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.