Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon - Farm Animal - CumbriaThis is a fantastic opportunity for a confident Farm Vet to join a team dedicated to delivering excellent care to our diverse client base of dairy, beef and sheep farms. With surgeries in Kendal and Kirkby Lonsdale, we pride ourselves on blending traditional values with a forward-thinking approach to herd health and farm consultancy.The AreaWe have one practice on the edge of the Lakes and one in the Dales both beautiful areas and only 13 minutes apart, you would be required to work at both sites dependent on cases but flexible regarding where you start their day. The area boasts plenty of walking, great for outdoor living and adventure plus beautiful scenery with great transport links.The Rota1 in 5 weekends on call, plus 1 weeknight on rota on call from 5:30pm – 8am. Full or part time hours considered for the right candidate.The TeamYou will join a team of 4 farm vets, we are a mixed practice with separate farm and small animal teams, meaning you gain the benefit of nurses who are always happy to help, especially calving or an interesting surgeryWe 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 balance6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysAdditional holiday entitlement for your birthdayPrivate Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helplineEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on colleague wellbeingDevelopment£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingAll our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care FundInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement ProgrammeProfessional MembershipsBVA membershipVDS coverCompany pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as wellSupporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteriaVoluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit youAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practiceWestmorland Veterinary Group, KendalRiverside Business Park, Natland Road, Kendal, LA9 7SX, United KingdomAt IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. We are a Disability Confident Employer and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.Any questions before applying?Speak to Mike Burrell from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr