Veterinary Surgeon - Farm

McMurtry & Harding Veterinary Practice are searching for an excellent Farm Vet to join them on a fixed term 12 month contract. The role will be comprised of routine herd health management and preventative care, emergency and out-of-hours services shared on a rota basis, client education and advisory services on best practice. We offer clinical freedom to follow cases through and pursue areas of personal interest. We’re able to offer a diverse caseload focusing on farm animals, in particular dairy and beef cattle, sheep and a small proportion of first opinion horse work, and there are opportunities to develop specialist interests. The role will require you to work between both of our branches.

Shape Your Schedule : Flexibility that Works for You!

We know that everyone has demands and priorities outside of their career and we want to make it brilliantly easy for you to strike the right balance. Whether you are looking to fix or flex your work patterns, we can find the right solution for you. Typically, a full-time role would involve working 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday). You’ll also be required to cover 1 : 8 weekends & nights.

About Us

Our clientele ranges from larger dairies and beef units to smaller family run farms with a significant proportion of these farms receiving regular routine visits. We pride ourselves on developing strong working relationships with our clients built on a base of mutual trust.

A Lovely Place to Live and Work

Based in the Peak District, Ashbourne and Buxton offer a blend of picturesque rural charm and modern convenience with a variety of local shops, pubs and restaurants. Our area is particularly attractive for outdoor sports enthusiasts, in particular walking, cycling and climbing but also has the benefit of excellent transport connections for travel further afield.

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 : 6.6 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, and 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.

Salary : Up to £65,000 DOE

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