Equine Veterinary Surgeon - Gainsborough

purovets; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits an Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving independent practice in Lincolnshire, known for its modern clinical excellence and commitment to traditional values. This role offers a competitive salary up to £50,000, with generous benefits and a supportive team environment. The practice focuses on sports medicine, orthopaedics, and thoroughbred reproduction, providing exceptional care to horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules. With plans for expansion and a purpose-built clinic on the horizon, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their equine veterinary career in a progressive setting.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Generous CPD allowance

RCVS + VDS fees covered

Work vehicle provided

Emergency cover support

Qualifications

• Experienced or recent vet graduates with 2-3 years experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience in sports medicine and orthopaedics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver gold-standard care to equine patients across Lincolnshire.
• Provide on-site diagnostics and treatment using state-of-the-art tools.

Skills

Equine Veterinary Medicine

Sports Medicine

Orthopaedics

Thoroughbred Reproduction

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

Ultrasound

Shockwave Therapy

Gastroscope

Endoscope

In-house Laboratory

Job description

Equine Veterinary Surgeon – Lincolnshire

• Join a thriving, independent equine practice in Lincolnshire with a strong stud and orthopaedic caseload, cutting-edge mobile equipment, and exciting plans for a purpose-built clinic in the future.
• Earn a competitive salary of up to £50,000 DOE (£36,000 for new graduates), with a generous benefits package and exceptional opportunities for career growth.
• Work with a friendly, supportive team of six vets, three support staff, and a yard assistant, with additional hires planned to strengthen the practice further.
• Gain hands-on experience in sports medicine, orthopaedics, and thoroughbred reproduction, while delivering gold-standard care to horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules across Lincolnshire.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join a proudly independent and rapidly growing ambulatory practice in Lincolnshire. Established in October 2023, this dynamic practice has quickly built a reputation for accessible, modern clinical excellence while staying true to traditional values. With a strong stud and orthopaedic caseload—covering 40% leisure, 40% sport, and 20% thoroughbred reproduction—this is an incredible role for an ambitious vet looking to develop their skills in a progressive, well-supported environment!

The team consists of six experienced vets, three dedicated support staff, and a skilled yard assistant, with plans to expand further, including hiring a Practice Manager and another yard assistant. The practice is fully mobile, equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment tools, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental kit, shockwave therapy, PRP, gastroscope, endoscope, and an in-house laboratory. While intensive hospitalisation cases are referred out, the clinic provides on-site care and diagnostics for a variety of equine patients, ensuring a comprehensive service for clients across the region.

This position is perfect for an experienced vet or recently graduated vet with up to 2-3 years of experience, offering exceptional opportunities to gain hands-on experience in sports medicine, orthopaedics, and reproduction. With 24/7 emergency cover, the team is committed to providing gold-standard veterinary care to horses, ponies, donkeys, and mules across Lincolnshire. Looking ahead, the practice has exciting expansion plans, with a purpose-built clinic on the horizon, ensuring even greater service capabilities for both clients and vets alike.

If you’re looking for a supportive, forward-thinking practice where you can develop your equine veterinary career in a friendly, professional team, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

The Rota

• 4-day week
• 1:5 on-call shifts (with support for first 6 months)

Benefits

• Salary up to £50,000 DOE (£36,000 for New Graduates)
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Generous CPD allowance
• RCVS + VDS fees covered
• Work vehicle provided
• Plus much more!

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail].

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Ref: JOB-46939