Exciting, part-time role working 30 hours primarily at our main hospital site and cover for our 2 smaller sites. Our Brighton Clinic is based within our flagship hospital in central Brighton. The clinic provides a comprehensive range of general practice veterinary services including medicine, surgery, radiography, CT, ultrasound and dentistry along with the support of nursing clinics - all bolstered by excellent hospital facilities. Patients of our Brighton clinic can also benefit from the on-site support of Brighton Veterinary Referrals if additional expertise is required. 

Who We Are

Our beautiful Peacehaven Clinic delivers advanced general practice services to clients on the coast, but clients also benefit from the skill sets and facilities available at the Brighton hospital if required. 

Beech House is a small, first opinion practice based in the vibrant seaside town of Brighton & Hove. With it's exciting and diverse culture, beautiful beach and seafront and excellent transport links to central London and Gatwick airport, Brighton and the surrounding area is a fantastic place to live. 

You will consult, have dedicated operating days, care for inpatients and have regular communication with clients allowing you to build your client base. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate who works well as part of our team. Our objective is to always have a happy and supportive working environment and for our patients to receive excellent clinical care. Hours will include 30 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays. 

Why Join Us?

Exciting opportunity to be a part of IVC Evidensia at our main referral hospital. The varied locations provide opportunity to learn how both small and larger practice's function and create an extensive network within the industry. You will come into contact with many specialists and be an essential team player in providing great care and service to our clients. We are a 5 minute walk from the train station and a 20 minute walk into central Brighton. The area is perfect if you enjoy a mix of vibrant town life with a beautiful countryside and outdoor activities on your doorstep. 

About the Team and Culture We consider wellbeing a priority as well as working together to create a good work-life balance. This enables us to provide excellent and friendly care to our clients, many of whom have been with the practice for several decades. We have an exceptionally supportive team in place, and should you choose us as your next place to work, your well-being and happiness at work is our top priority. 

The Perfect Fit

We hope to find a vet who is passionate about animal and client care as well as wanting to be part of a team. We are looking for a vet who is confident in some sole charge work at our branch practices. We are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon who is competent in all routine surgeries and ideally more complex ones too, although there is support available to develop.

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

Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay

Cycle to Work scheme

Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing

Non-accidental injury support

Development

£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid 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

Additional

Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers

Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer

*Discounted staff pet care