Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal – IVC Evidensia UK

Location:

Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom

Salary: up to £44,000 DOE

• Consultations, surgery, dentistry, ultrasound and radiography on a rota across four consult rooms.
• Manage a diverse caseload including cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, exotics and occasional chickens.
• Support consult‑only branch and act as sole‑charge when appropriate.
• Participate in imaging, lab, and X‑ray suites providing comprehensive in‑house care.
• Collaborate with a team of 11 vets, RVNs, SVNs and client‑care staff.

10‑month fixed‑term contract, 28 hours per week, primarily Monday, Tuesday and Thursday (8:30 am–8 pm). Includes 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (9 am–1 pm) to maintain work‑life balance.

Large practice with dedicated lab, two theatres, X‑ray suite, and separate cat and dog wards. Digital and dental X‑ray, ultrasound, laparoscopic, endoscopic equipment, and anaesthesia areas included.

• Work‑life balance with 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays pro‑rata.
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential helpline).
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies: maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay.
• £1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro‑rata.
• Certificate support and access to the IVC Evidensia Academy.
• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopedia and research funding opportunities.
• £1,250 Care Fund per annum.
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme;
  Quality Improvement Programme.
• Professional memberships: BVA membership, VDS cover.
• Company pension scheme with employer contribution.
• Cycle‑to‑Work and Green Cars Scheme encouraging greener commute.
• Voluntary benefits and discounts/cashback with participating retailers.
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at IVC Evidensia practice.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level.
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time.
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider.
• Industry: Veterinary Services.

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