Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

·
Part time
Location: Peterhead
·
Job offered by: Vetisco
·
Discover Your Next Adventure as a Veterinary Surgeon at Mintlaw Vets

Are you a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a dynamic team in Aberdeenshire? Mintlaw Vets welcomes applications for this exciting role, where flexibility is key. Mintlaw is a small town located in beautiful Aberdeenshire, with easy access to the coast and 30 miles from the city of Aberdeen. Our practice is on the outskirts of town near Aden and Pitfour Country Parks.

Embrace a Rewarding Balance

At Mintlaw Vets, we understand the importance of achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. We are looking for a part-time vet working 30 hours per week. Joining our team means contributing to a rotating 1:5 Saturday working 9am-1pm. Absolutely no out-of-hours commitment.

Dynamic Caseload and Surgical Opportunities

Your role with us will encompass a diverse range of 1st opinion small animal caseloads, presenting you with the chance to engage both your consulting and surgical skills. A keen interest in surgery would be invaluable, as you'll participate in general surgery, including dentistry. One dedicated ops day each week will allow you to immerse yourself in surgical excellence.

Pioneers in Veterinary Excellence

Mintlaw Vets is a bustling single-site practice situated in Aberdeenshire. Our purpose-built premises houses a vibrant and forward-thinking team that values collaboration. With a focus on continuous improvement, we hold RCVS Accreditation, VetGDP, VN Training Practice status, and ISFM Cat-Friendly Clinic Accreditation. We implement Fear Free techniques to enhance the well-being of both clients and patients.

Empowerment and Progression

Within our well-equipped facility, you'll find a light and spacious waiting room, 4 consulting rooms (including a dedicated nurse consultation room), a surgical operating theatre and a radiography/dentistry suite housing up to date equipment. Our in-house lab is equipped with Idexx analysers and a microscope, while our cutting-edge tools include ultrasound, therapeutic laser, endoscopy, dental radiography and more.

A Cohesive Team for Comprehensive Care

As a member of our 5 strong Veterinary team, you’ll collaborate closely and be supported by our 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, student nurses and VCA’s. Our clinical excellence is supported by a diligent Reception and management team. Notable accomplishments include a vet working towards medicine certificate, vet skilled in acupuncture, RVN specialising in rabbit care, and another instrumental in attaining our ISFM Silver Cat-Friendly Clinic accreditation.

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

6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

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 £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

Colleague Benefits

Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are 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.

Up to £48,750 DOE

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Recent Jobs

London (On site) · Full time

Are you a smart, driven professional who takes pride in making a difference in local communities? Turner & Townsend’s Real Estate division is experiencing significant growth and we’re looking for an experienced industry professional with health project experience to join our high-performing and collaborative Project Management team. Why Join Us? Impactful Work: Contribute to social [...]Read More... from Assistant Project Manager – Healthcare See details

Chasetown (On site) · Full time

My client, Autosmart International are a manufacturing success story! Site Operations Manager – leading fast-paced manufacturing and warehousing About Our Client Autosmart International is a manufacturing success story, leading the field in vehicle cleaning products. We are the No.1 choice of automotive trade customers across the UK. We have doubled in size in the last [...]Read More... from Site Operations Manager See details

London (On site) · Full time

CSS are looking for an experienced duty officer to join our client’s team who are a local council responsible for all areas within the Tendering district. Working hours: All shifts are 8 hours long with various start times available: Monday to Friday – start times between 6AM – 3PM Saturday & Sunday – 6AM – [...]Read More... from Duty Officer See details