Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Accrington; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and healthcare

Paid professional memberships

Excellent career progression

Discounts at Pets at Home

Relocation support

Job summary

Accrington Vets for Pets is seeking a dedicated veterinary professional to join a well-established general practice. You’ll handle small animal cases with confidence, including sole charge when needed, while benefiting from a collaborative, supportive team and a strong commitment to professional development.

The role offers a salary up to £65,000 plus a £5,000 relocation/welcome bonus, plus a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, healthcare, generous memberships, and relocation

Qualifications

• Small animal experience in general practice.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Comfort with sole charge when required and collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care for small animal patients.
• Work within a supportive team and pursue opportunities to develop specialist skills.
• Contribute to ongoing client care and ensure excellent service.

Skills

Small animal practice

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Join the team at Accrington Vets for Pets and take the next step in your veterinary career with a practice that is committed to your development and professional interests. Whether you’re looking to enhance your clinical skills or pursue a particular area of interest, you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Our caseload offers the variety you would expect from a well-established general practice, with a high proportion of insured clients allowing cases to be worked up thoroughly. We aim to keep as much work in-house as possible and regularly welcome visiting specialists. We would also actively support anyone looking to develop specialist skills within the practice.

You’ll become part of a passionate and inclusive team with a great sense of humour and a shared love of cake! The team brings together a wealth of experience across general practice, referral work, and client care, while our nursing team of four RVN’s alone has more than 40 years of combined experience. We have a very passionate and supportive client care team of four, and we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our patients and building lasting relationships with our clients.

There are no out-of-hours requirements, supporting a healthy work/life balance.

We are looking for a vet with small animal experience gained in general practice and excellent communication skills. You will be confident with sole charge when required, while also enjoying working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.

In addition to a salary of up to £65,000 and a £5,000 relocation/welcome bonus, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Pension and healthcare
• Paid professional memberships
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Exclusive lifestyle and shopping discounts, including up to 30% off at Pets at Home
• Relocation support from within or outside the UK
• Visa sponsorship available (A+ rated sponsor)

Accrington Vets for Pets is located on Eastgate Retail Park in Lancashire, just a short walk from the town centre and its shops, restaurants, bars, and leisure facilities. Free on-site parking is available, with convenient nearby transport links.

The practice benefits from excellent access to both the M65 and M66, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. Local attractions include the Haworth Art Gallery, home to the renowned Tiffany Collection, Accrington Stanley Football Club, and a range of parks and outdoor spaces. Manchester, Liverpool, Blackpool, Yorkshire and the Lake District are all within easy reach, offering plenty of opportunities to enjoy your downtime.

At Vets for Pets, we believe that diversity and inclusion make us stronger. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and supported, regardless of background or circumstances.

Location: BB5 6PW

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities.