Salary up to £75,000 FTE DOE
Welcome Bonus up to £5000
Relocation up to £5000 - if you're looking to relocate, get in touch!
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
Situated in the heart of Herefordshire, The Laurels are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join us. Our practice benefits from a truly exceptional location, serving both the historic city of Hereford and the picturesque village of Ewyas Harold. This area offers the perfect balance of vibrant community life and unspoilt rural countryside, with rolling hills, farmland and access to the Golden Valley, Black Mountains and Wye Valley right on the doorstep. Hereford provides excellent amenities, transport links and cultural attractions, while Ewyas Harold offers the charm of a close-knit village with strong local identity and surrounding agricultural communities.If you’re looking to move to the area, please get in touch, we can support with a relocation allowance of up to £5000 for the right candidate.
If you're looking for a first opinion caseload with a mix of consults and surgery, join our client focused, friendly and supportive team! We also see other exciting cases, with our highly skilled Director of Clinical Services often taking orthopaedic cases, we are happy to support your interests and offer opportunities for career development. We're also well equipped with digital X ray, ultrasound, in-house laboratory, and laser therapy.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.
You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.
Key responsibilites and working hours:
* You'll be working up cases within a first opinion team, from consults to routine surgery and dentals
* Be part of our team,support others and share your ideas
* Utilising the equipment we have on site and collaborating with local teams for further support
* Join us on a part or full time basis, we can offer from 20-40 hours and we are happy to be flexible, we can consider working hours to suit your lifestyle and commitments outside of work
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:
* A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
* Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
* A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
* Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
How We’ll Support You
At IVC, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
* Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
* Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
* Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
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