Part Time Veterinary Surgeon

GLG Vets; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Dorchester is looking for a Part Time Veterinary Surgeon. The role includes performing routine surgeries, running consults, and collaborating with a supportive nursing team. Successful candidates will have MRCVS registration, experience in UK small animal practice, and a strong communicator's skillset. The practice promotes a friendly atmosphere with a focus on continuous improvement and offers a competitive salary along with a generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

CPD encouraged and funded

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration or eligibility is mandatory.
• Experience in UK small-animal first opinion practice is required.
• Confidence in routine surgery and consultations necessary.

Responsibilities

• Run consults with confidence and communicate treatment plans clearly.
• Perform routine and some advanced soft-tissue surgeries.
• Interpret diagnostics such as digital X-ray and ultrasound.

Skills

Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues

Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills

Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics

Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting

Education

MRCVS registration (or eligibility)

Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice

Confidence with routine surgery and consults

Job description

Part Time Veterinary Surgeon — Dorchester, Dorset

Overview: Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Part Time Veterinary Surgeon based in Dorchester, Dorset. Set in Dorchester, Dorset, you’ll enjoy a supportive community, independent shops and quick routes to both city and coast.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Run consults with confidence, communicating treatment plans clearly
• Perform routine and some advanced soft‑tissue surgeries
• Interpret diagnostics (digital X‑ray, ultrasound, in‑house lab)
• Work collaboratively with the nursing team to deliver outstanding inpatient care
• Contribute to a positive, learning‑led practice culture

Skills

<>Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues
• Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills
• Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics
• Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration (or eligibility)
• Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice
• Confidence with routine surgery and consults
• Further certifications or a desire to pursue them welcomed

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• CPD encouraged and funded, with certificate support considered
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
• RCVS/VDS fees paid (and BSAVA/BVA where applicable)
• Supportive, friendly team culture with real clinical autonomy

Ready to make a move? Click apply with your CV or reach out for a confidential chat—let’s see if this could be the perfect next step for you.