About the job Senior Veterinary Surgeon - 70K - East Midlands
Senior / Experienced Veterinary Surgeon
Full-time or Part-time | No OOH | Up to £70,000 DOE
East Midlands (excellent transport links)
The Vet Office is recruiting an ambitious and experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to take their career to the next level.
This role is based in a stand-alone, well-established small animal practice located on the outskirts of a vibrant university town, in a busy residential area with on-site parking and excellent motorway and train links to Nottingham, Leicester, Birmingham, London and the Peak District.
The Role
The successful candidate will join a friendly, inclusive and supportive team where professional development is genuinely encouraged. The practice values confidence, initiative and a willingness to give things a try in order to achieve the best outcomes for patients, whatever their budget.
Vets are encouraged to work across a mix of consultations and surgery, gradually expanding their skillset and comfort zone. The environment is collaborative, with strong communication, daily huddles and a real team ethos.
The Team & Facilities
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Dynamic team of 4 vets, supported by RVNs, SVNs, CCAs and an experienced Practice Manager
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Strong mentoring culture, including support for recent graduates
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Wide and varied medical and surgical caseload
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In-house capability for advanced and orthopaedic surgery, offering excellent learning opportunities
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State-of-the-art facilities, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, digital endoscopy, in-house lab and extensive surgical and orthopaedic equipment
Working Pattern
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4-day working week (full-time)
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1 in 4 Saturday rota (9:00–12:00)
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No out-of-hours
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Part-time hours considered for the right candidate
Salary & Benefits
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Salary up to £70,000 (dependent on experience & FTE)
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£2,000 welcome bonus (T&Cs apply)
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6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays
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Contributory pension scheme & life assurance (4x salary)
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Generous CPD budget with up to 5 days paid CPD, including certificate funding
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Paid professional memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS, BSAVA)
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20-minute consultations as standard
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Excellent internal career progression opportunities
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Company discounts and generous staff pet care discounts
About You
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Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS)
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Confident, motivated and clinically curious
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills
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Passion for high-quality patient care and teamwork
To apply or request more information, please contact The Vet Office. INFO@THEVETOFFICE.COM