Veterinary Surgeon

Overview Join to apply for the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at IVC Evidensia in Hereford. This is a first-opinion small animal role with a great mix of consulting and surgery. We’re proud of our reputation for excellent clinical care and for providing a supportive environment for our team. Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience. No out-of-hours work. Full-time or part-time options, with flexible working considered. 1 in 5 weekends (Saturday consultations only, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, with any inpatients). Shared evening inpatient duty no more than once a week. Protected admin time, catch-up periods, and consultations ending at least 30 minutes before the end of your shift. About the Practice We are a single-site, RCVS-accredited small animal practice based in Hereford. As part of a larger veterinary group, we benefit from broader support and resources, while maintaining a strong local identity and a close-knit, collaborative team. We manage the majority of surgeries in-house and work closely with visiting specialists in cardiology, orthopaedics, and diagnostic imaging. Our practice is equipped with modern tools, including in-house IDEXX biochemistry and haematology, digital and dental X-ray, multi-parameter anaesthetic monitoring, ultrasound, ECG, and a K-laser. We continually invest in our equipment, training, and people to ensure we provide the best for our patients and our team. About the Team We are a welcoming, down-to-earth group of 5 vets, 9 nurses, and 7 support staff who genuinely enjoy working together. We regularly collaborate on cases and no one ever feels like they’re working alone. We support CPD and career development, including further qualifications and certificates. We protect our time and yours with admin blocks and scheduled catch-up periods, with consultations ending at least 30 minutes before the end of your shift. We make work-life balance a real priority. Your Role and Responsibilities This is a first-opinion small animal role with a mix of consulting and surgery. You will contribute to high standards of patient care and client service within a supportive team environment. You Should Be RCVS registered A great team player with strong communication skills Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively Motivated to provide excellent clinical care and client service Your Benefits Work-life Balance & Wellbeing 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme Development £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD Certificate and advanced learning support & access to Vetlexicon online resources World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet Professional Memberships BVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees Colleague Benefits Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies) Retail discounts and cashback offers Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat. Location: Hereford, England, United Kingdom Salary: up to £70,000 Note: This posting focuses on the Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role and related details. Other job listings and site-wide notices have been removed for clarity. #J-18808-Ljbffr