Explore your full potential!
Have you noticed how similar all the job adverts are at the moment? And yet, practices can be very different.
It’s true that we’re dedicated to excellence in both client and patient care. It’s also true that we’re progressive – the laparoscopy, class IV laser, in-house dermatologist and digital x-ray (including dental) probably indicate that. As a result of this we’re often caring for a wide variety of surgical and medical patients.
But we’re also about much more than that. We’ve realised that the single most important thing that makes our practice excel is having a team of people who are happy at work. We all work for a shared purpose and respect each other’s individual skills, strengths and interests. CPD is designed around where you want your career to go and how your abilities can help our team improve.
We do of course offer everything that every other advert offers – competitive salary, RCVS fees, pension and more. But we are different. Life’s too short to be unfulfilled and unhappy at work!
Flexibility that fits your lifestyle
Our people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.
Rota pattern includes a mixture of first opinion GP (day) shifts as well as scheduled night and weekend shifts to cover emergency and inpatient care.
Why join ICR Vets?
At ICR we have four branches, all located on the outskirts of Edinburgh. We are a progressive small animal practice renowned for providing outstanding patient and client care. Our RCVS accredited hospital in Loanhead offers 24-hour emergency and inpatient care. We handle a varied medical and surgical caseload, from routine surgery and dentistry to advanced procedures and investigations. Our hospital is fully equipped with in-house blood analysers, dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, and multi-parameter monitoring. We proudly offer laparoscopic surgery as standard and provide training for new staff.
Our team includes several vets and RVNs with certificates in ECC, internal medicine, surgery, dermatology, cardiology, behaviour, physiotherapy, and chronic pain. This expertise enables us to offer advanced services such as orthopaedics, BOAS surgery, and chemotherapy. We actively encourage and support professional development.
We boast an incredible team dedicated to providing compassionate, high-level service to our clients while continually developing their skills. Our team comprises 22 vets and 24 RVNs across our four sites, supported by hardworking Veterinary Care Assistants, Reception, and Admin teams. We prioritize creating a supportive environment where everyone feels valued. Regular get-togethers focus on clinical improvement, wellbeing, and team socializing. Our annual 'Away Day' is a chance for the entire group to celebrate our achievements and strengthen our bonds.
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
6.8 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidaysAdditional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private Medical InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helplineEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payInitiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
Development
£1250 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid CPD leave pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
VDS coverRCVS 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 criteriaVoluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit youAccess to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailersDiscounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice