Senior Veterinary Surgeon

County Friarswood (Newcastle-under-Lyme); Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary clinic in Newcastle-under-Lyme seeks a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join their team, offering a supportive work environment and various opportunities for professional development. This full-time position includes competitive remuneration, relocation support, and a comprehensive benefits package to enhance job satisfaction.

Benefits

Relocation package

Paid professional fees

CPD allowance

Private medical insurance

Pet treatment discounts

Options for additional leave

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with experience in clinical practice.
• Interest in continuing education and professional development.
• Ability to work well in a team and also independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent clinical care to patients.
• Assist with development of junior staff and interns.
• Participate in initiatives for workplace improvement.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Patient care

Communication

Education

Veterinary degree

Surgical certificates

Tools

Laparoscopic equipment

Digital x-ray

Dental x-ray

Job description

County Vet Group are looking for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated, friendly, and supportive team. All clinical interests are welcome. We are managed at a local level by our Clinical Director of 16 years, maintaining a family feel where patients and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

If you are curious to find out more about the clinic, take a look at our facilities and team.

We are a great place to work and have a rewarding career. Some of our incentives include:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Relocation package can be considered for those moving to the area
• Assistance with learning agreements or certificate costs—let us know, we can help!
• Access to visiting specialists from orthopaedics to cardiology, and our Group Support Clinical Hub Network of advanced practitioners to enhance your clinical knowledge
• Vet Oracle, our Vet-to-Vet Telemedicine service
• Financial support and encouragement for CPD and certificates
• Participation in key working groups on initiatives such as workplace menopause and our EDI strategy

Who are we? Based in Newcastle-under-Lyme, close to the town centre, our caseload allows our team members to develop their skills. The team at Friarswood has varied expertise, providing everyone with the opportunity to shine. We utilize visiting specialists to maintain in-house experience and foster talent development, which also helps strengthen client relationships and continuity of care.

County Vets is part of CVS, a leading veterinary group with over 500 practices across the UK and Australia. We aim to provide excellent clinical care and a supportive work environment, empowering our veterinary professionals to make the best decisions for their patients while sharing best practices. We are clinically focused and foster collaboration and career development.

Our facilities include laparoscopic equipment, digital x-ray, dental x-ray, and other tools to facilitate case workups, supported by an experienced nursing team. Our team includes certificate holders in medicine and dentistry, providing additional support and expertise.

We support your development interests, especially in surgical certificates. We are supported by an OOH provider, with no Sunday or Bank Holiday work required.

Our rota and working options: The position is full-time but we are open to part-time or fixed-term arrangements. Our vets typically work four days a week, with Saturday mornings on a rota. There is also an option to work between our Sandbach and Alsager practices, offering variety and different working environments.

You will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including paid professional fees, CPD allowance, options for additional annual leave, salary reviews, health plans, private medical insurance, share schemes, pet treatment discounts, and more. Click here to see the full list of our benefits.

Interested in visiting us before applying? Feel free to pop in for a cuppa—just let us know when suits you. Contact Ashley or Isabel for more information.

To apply, click Apply Now, upload your CV, and our recruitment team will be in touch.

CVS is committed to inclusivity and diversity, supporting all colleagues to be themselves and celebrating differences. We aim to build a workforce representative of our diverse communities.