Overview
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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.
About the Practice
- 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.
Your Day-to-Day
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.
Team and Support
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.
Work-Life Balance and Flexibility
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.
Development and Benefits
- 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
Additional Benefits
- 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
Job Details
- 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.
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