IVC Evidensia
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Veterinary Surgeon – Beech House Veterinary Centre, Southampton
£0 - £65,000 per year (up to £65,000 DOE) + relocation allowance (up to £5,000)
About Inspiring Vet Care
At Inspiring Vet Care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we are trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, fulfilling our purpose of delivering healthier animals and happier owners.
About the Role & Practice
Beech House Vets, part of the IVC Evidensia network, seeks a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and supportive team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a vet passionate about building long-term client relationships and taking ownership of cases—enhanced by Vets Now providing out-of-hours coverage. You’ll enjoy:
- Exceptional case continuity – Follow each case from presentation to diagnosis, treatment, and recovery
- Dedicated surgery days alongside medical investigations and consultations
- Clinical freedom & resources – Work deeply on cases while delivering exceptional patient care
The Caseload: Variety & Opportunity
Your role will be rewarding and diverse, with a mix to keep every day interesting:
- Daily first-opinion care, preventative healthcare, and routine procedures
- Advanced surgical casework, including:
- TECA (Total Ear Canal Ablation) procedures
- Cruciate ligament repairs
- Maxillectomies
- Emergency & critical care
- Opportunities to develop surgical & clinical expertise
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Facilities & Equipment
Beech House Vets is equipped with the latest tools for high-quality veterinary medicine:
- Piped Isoflurane anaesthesia for precision
- Digital radiography & ultrasound
- ECG with both in-house and external interpretation
- K-Laser therapy for pain management
- Air-driven dental suite for premium dentistry
- Fully equipped laboratory with:
- Comprehensive biochemistry & haematology testing
- Plans to expand orthopaedic equipment for future surgical advancements
Team & Growth Culture
This is an environment for skilled collaboration on a close-knit team of:
- 6 Veterinary Surgeons + 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses
- 2 Student Veterinary Nurses
- 2 Veterinary Team Coaches (with expertise across numerous specialties)
Our Lead Vet holds certificates in Small Animal Surgery, and we’re committed to professional development. Support is available (or encouraged) for pursuing additional certifications, particularly in:
- Cardiology
- Ophthalmology (other specialties welcome too!)
Work-Life Balance
- 4-day working week (except for occasional Saturday mornings: 8:30 AM – 12 PM, on a 1 in 4 rotation)
- Saturday mornings are sole-charge shifts, offering autonomy
- No out-of-hours or on-call requirements
- Part-time options considered (from 20 hours per week)
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Location & Lifestyle
Southampton offers:
- Coastal lifestyle with beaches & walks along the waterfront
- Access to the New Forest
- Rich culture, shopping, dining, and transport links to London & beyond
What We Offer
A supportive career path with:
Career Development & Wellbeing
✱ Clear progression opportunities (primary care, referral, leadership, specialist roles) ✱ Funded learning & development (CPD allowance, access to IVC Academy) ✱ £1,250 annual Care Fund per vet ✱ Mentorship & coaching from regional specialists ✱ Support to develop clinical interests
Employee Benefits
✱ 6.6 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays) ✱ Free private medical insurance ✱ Enhanced family leave, including:
- Maternity / adoption / paternity / surrogacy IVC_MAX_TIME ✱ BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees-covered ✱ Cycle-to-work & green car scheme (if eligible) ✱ Discounts & cashback (retail partners) ✱ Reduced-cost policy for your own pets
Why Join Inspiring Vet Care?
We’re committed to helping our team: 🔹 Grow professionally 🔹 Thrive through welbeing initiatives 🔹 Access world-class learning resources
Whether you’re at the beginning of your career or ready for the next step, we’ll be your cooperative community and career partner.
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