Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - 6 months Fixed Term

Kernow Vet Group; Ottery St Mary, Sidmouth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected veterinary practice is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a 6-month maternity cover role. This position involves handling small animal consults and surgical cases with flexible shifts available. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Veterinary Medicine, along with strong skills in small animal care and mentoring. A relocation allowance of up to £5000 is offered. Join a supportive team committed to community involvement and staff well-being.

Benefits

Up to 6.6 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Experience in 1st opinion work, especially with small animals.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues.
• Flexibility to work in a team with various shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Complete 1st opinion small animal consults.
• Manage surgical cases including potential sole charge.
• Participate in local charity events.

Skills

Small animal consults

Surgical experience

Mentoring skills

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - 6 months Fixed Term

6 month Maternity Cover for Veterinary Surgeon Otter Vets, East Devon.

Relocation allowance up to £5000

Find a rota pattern that suits you

We are looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated team at Otter Vets. You will be completing 1st opinion work to include small animal consults and surgical caseload, this may include elements of sole charge. There is opportunity available for mentoring junior colleagues. Flexible shifts that work for you - we are happy to consider part time applicants, and look at a rota that works for you .

Typically, our full time Vets work 10 hours across 4 days per week with 1:4 Saturday mornings. Work/life balance is important to us so we are excited to offer a shift pattern that fits around you. Our practice has an established history of over 70 years, providing veterinary care to out clients in our local communities.

Relocating to the area?

We have two branches, one based in the Jurassic coastal town of Sidmouth and the other in the nearby market town of Ottery St Mary, Devon. We participate in a variety of local charity events. Our team take part in a variety of charity events including running a fun dog show, coffee mornings and Christmas stalls. You will be joining a supportive team veterinary, nursing and administrative colleagues who work across both sites. We can also offer a relocation allowance to help you when you move, if you'd like support or recommendations on the area, get in touch!

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

• Up to 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off
• 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

• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia
• 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 fee

Additional

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

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.

Otter Vets - Ottery St Mary

64 Mill Street, Ottery St Mary, Ottery St Mary, EX11 1AF, 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 Maizie Brown from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.