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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Blackwood

Posted 16/10/2024

Up to £70,000 per annum

Top Reasons to Apply
  1. We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced team.
  2. You will get the opportunity to see emergency cases and you will be supported by our experienced team.
  3. In addition to a competitive base salary, your benefit will include 6.6 weeks annual leave, Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
Job Description

Location: South Wales Vets, Blackwood, Blackwood, Wales

Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE

Welcome Bonus: Up to £10,000

Relocation Allowance: Up to £8,000

Support And Growth With South Wales Vets:

Here at South Wales Vets, Blackwood we are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our experienced team. The role will include a nice mixture of consults and surgery (1-2 set surgery days per week) and you will have plenty of time to work up cases allowing for case continuity. You will get the opportunity to see emergency cases and you will be supported by our experienced team.

Flexible Rota Patterns That Work For You – 4 Day Week, No OOH

Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Whether you need reduced working days/hours for hobbies, need to do the school drop off/pick up or would simply like a more flexible rota pattern, we can fix or flex our patterns to suit you - you tell us what you need. 

Typically, the full-time position 40 hours across 4 days with 1:4 Saturdays and no OOH. We would also welcome part time applicants, for example a 3-day week.

Our Talented Team (Surgery & Medicine Certificate Holders)

Here at Blackwood, we have a supportive team of 2 Vets, one with a very keen interest in internal medicine and imaging and an experienced Vet that has been with the practice for over 10 years, who are both supported by our Head Nurse, 4 RVNS and our 2 wonderful Receptionists. 

Across the group, we have a support network of 2 CDs (surgery certificate holder & orthopaedic interest), Senior Vet (surgery certificate holder), 8 Vets (including an internal medicine certificate holder), 20 RVNs, our progressive Practice Manager & other supporting team members. Our Clinical Directors are readily available to assist with clinical cases and advice. CPD and further learning is actively encouraged and supported. 

Our Newly Refurbished Practice:

South Wales Vets was established over 10 years ago on Malpas Road in Newport and in that time we have grown from one to four branches, with locations in Risca, Abertillery & Blackwood. Here at Blackwood, we have the best of both worlds, with easy access to Cardiff, Bristol, Newport and the Countryside such as the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Blackwood has recently been fully refurbished with a large spacious waiting area, 3 consulting rooms, separate section for cats and dogs in addition to a warming, welcoming reception area. Additionally, our clinical area has cat and dog inpatient wards and excellent surgical facilities.

Our Equipment With A Superior Surgery Suite:

We have digital x-ray, ultrasound, in house laboratory, superior surgery suite with separate imaging and dental rooms along with an open plan prep area.

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 
  • Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing:

  • 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 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
  • 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 

IVC Evidensia
Company Information

IVC Evidensia is a leading veterinary services provider with a network of more than 1,300 clinics and hospitals and approximately 16,000 employees across 12 countries in Europe.
Core to our mission are clinical independence, international cooperation, and continuous education to develop our people and their careers.
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.
As a company, we know that our most important asset is our people. That's why we pride ourselves on making IVC Evidensia a fun and rewarding place to work.
We believe the best veterinary practices are those led by local teams, which is why we are pioneers in developing our people, investing in continuous professional development through education, defining best clinical standards and our celebrated Graduate Academies.

Key Facts
  • Head Office:

    IVC Evidensia UK
    The Chocolate Factory
    Keynsham
    Bristol
    BS31 2AU

  • Nearest Train Station:

    Keynsham Train Station 0.6 miles / 12mins walk

  • Nearest Bus Stop:

    Wellsway, Park Road Bus Stop 0.2 miles / 5mins walk

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