Veterinary Surgeon - Consult

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Salary up to £74,000 DOE pro rata, welcome bonus up to £5,000 pro rata and relocation allowance up to £5,000 pro rata.

We’re looking for a Small Animal Consult-Only Vet to join our warm, supportive team at our newly refurbished Crewkerne branch in beautiful South Somerset. Here, your passion for client care and problem-solving will be truly valued, and your work-life balance will always be respected.

• A Modern Practice with a Heart for the Community
• Crewkerne branch has been refurbished and offers two modern operating theatres, a fully equipped dental suite with digital dental X-ray, a large prep area, an imaging suite, and separate wards for cats and dogs.
• Dedicated isolation unit, spacious dispensary, three consult rooms, and a calm reception with separate cat and dog waiting areas.
• Staff rest area with a well-stocked biscuit tin.

We mainly treat dogs and cats, with occasional rabbits, guinea pigs or ferrets to add variety. As a consult-only vet, your days will focus on delivering exceptional care and building strong client relationships without surgical pressures. You’ll manage a varied caseload including routine health checks, vaccinations, post-op reviews, and medical case management. Consult rooms are well-equipped, and our experienced nursing team provides ongoing support.

You’ll have time and space to give each patient the attention they deserve, with a friendly, knowledgeable team to discuss cases.

Kingfisher Vets offers a collaborative environment with a team of 6 experienced vets (one with a certificate in Small Animal Medicine), 18 RVNs, 2 student nurses, and a strong support team of receptionists, admin, and a practice manager. Regular visits from an orthopaedic surgeon provide access to additional in-house expertise. Teamwork is at the heart of everything we do, with a culture of caring for colleagues, clients, and patients.

We value work-life balance with a flexible rota pattern and working hours that adapt to your lifestyle. The role is available for part-time hours with a share of Saturday morning (8:30 – 13:00). There are no OOH shifts.

• Funded CPD, encouragement, and time to grow at your own pace
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon
• Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
• Care Fund with £1,250 per annum allowance for Vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

• Company pension scheme with employer contribution
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars Scheme (eligibility applies)
• Voluntary benefits with flexible options
• Discounts/cashback with participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Location:

Crewkerne, England, United Kingdom

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Part-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Veterinary Services

For reference, the page may include additional job postings in surrounding areas; this description covers the Veterinary Surgeon - Consult Only role at Crewkerne.

Note:

This posting reflects current listings and is not exhaustive of all roles available at IVC Evidensia in the region.