Senior Veterinary Surgeon: Lead, Mentorship & Emergencies

Bright Leaf Recruitment

Wales

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday
£1,500 CPD allowance
Advanced Practitioner funding
RCVS, VDS and membership fees paid

Job summary

The hospital in Bridgend, South Wales, is seeking a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to lead a varied first-opinion caseload, perform surgeries, and provide emergency care. The role includes mentoring junior staff, contributing to teaching and case discussions, and maintaining high clinical standards across the team.

Two role options are available: five-day first-on-call or four-day senior back-up with on-call support. A strong focus on development and flexible hours awaits the right candidate.

Qualifications

  • Qualified veterinary surgeon with full UK registration (RCVS).
  • Experience in small animal practice and emergency medicine preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide consultations, surgery, inpatient care and emergency services.
  • Mentor recent graduates and support clinical development within the team.
  • Contribute to teaching, case discussions and ongoing professional development.
  • Share administrative duties and maintain high clinical standards.

Job description

The hospital in Bridgend, South Wales, is seeking a Senior Veterinary Surgeon to lead a varied first-opinion caseload, perform surgeries, and provide emergency care. The role includes mentoring junior staff, contributing to teaching and case discussions, and maintaining high clinical standards across the team.

Two role options are available: five-day first-on-call or four-day senior back-up with on-call support. A strong focus on development and flexible hours awaits the right candidate.

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