Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Cumbria

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Overview

Alexander Vets is located on the edge of the Lake District, offering access to outdoor activities and a modern, welcoming workspace. This role is a veterinary surgeon position at a well-established, popular small animal practice with a loyal client base and a commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.

What You Can Expect

• Salary up to £65,000 (dependent on experience)
• Welcome Bonus of up to £5,000
• Relocation Allowance of up to £8,000
• Flexible rota and hours – full-time is 40 hours per week; part-time and alternative patterns explored
• Certificate funding and full support for further professional development

Your Role

You’ll enjoy a varied caseload that includes a balanced mix of consults and surgeries. We offer clinical freedom, so you’ll be able to work up your own cases thoroughly, including regular sole charge opportunities. Our in-house IDEXX lab, along with frequent cases in dentistry, arthritis, and hyperthyroidism, ensures opportunities for detailed medical workups.

We’re proud of our modern equipment and facilities, including:

• Digital X-ray & Dental X-ray (IM3)
• Doppler Ultrasound
• Laser Therapy
• Multiparameter Monitoring
• Full in-house laboratory

We actively encourage special interests and are happy to support you if you're currently undertaking or planning to start a certificate.

Work-Life Balance & Location

We understand that flexibility is key. Whether you need adjusted start times for the school run or a part-time arrangement, we’re open to tailoring the role to suit your needs. Our team’s wellbeing is a priority, and we strive to create a supportive environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally.

About Us

Alexander Vets is located near the Lake District, offering access to stunning scenery and an active lifestyle outside of work. We recently completed a full practice refurbishment to provide a modern, welcoming workspace for the team and clients.

Our Team

• 2 Vets with extensive clinical knowledge
• 3 RVNs
• 1 Student Veterinary Nurse
• Practice Manager, Practice Director, and 2 Receptionists

We also collaborate with our sister site to provide additional support, opportunities, and learning.

What Our Team Say About Life At Alexander

"I love working at Alexander Veterinary Centre. The whole team, from reception to management, are welcoming, supportive and caring. Our up-to-date equipment allows us to provide a gold standard of care. I especially enjoy leading nurse consultations and building strong bonds with our patients and clients." – Victoria, RVN

We are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and will discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Benefits & Development

• 6.6 weeks annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support and Learning via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon and opportunities for research funding
• Care Fund: £1250 per annum to allocate
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with employer contribution
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes (eligibility applies)
• Voluntary benefits with discounts to retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

We’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Up to £65,000 DOE.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Veterinary Services

Barrow-In-Furness, England, United Kingdom; Kendal, Milnthorpe and surrounding areas are locations for this role.

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