Small Animal Vet Surgeon: Autonomy & Growth

Inspiring Vet Care; Castlewellan; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 weeks’ holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

BVA membership, VDS and RCVS fees

Cycle to Work

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care for your

Job summary

Castle Veterinary Group in Castlewellan is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our growing team. The role offers clinical autonomy, opportunity to shape future services, and a supportive environment with excellent facilities.

We welcome vets with interests in surgery, dentistry, orthopaedics, diagnostics, or ophthalmology and encourage development of these areas. Flexible PT/FT options and no out-of-hours work.

Qualifications

• RCVS registered veterinary surgeon with small animal experience.
• Ability to manage a busy first-opinion caseload independently.
• Strong client communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide small animal veterinary care with clinical autonomy.
• Develop and expand clinical interests within the practice.
• Collaborate with nurses and staff to deliver high-quality care.
• Contribute to the growth and development of Castle Veterinary Group.

Skills

RCVS Registered Veterinary Surgeon

Small animal practice experience

Clinical autonomy

Client communication

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

In-house laboratory

Job description

Castle Veterinary Group in Castlewellan is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our growing team. The role offers clinical autonomy, opportunity to shape future services, and a supportive environment with excellent facilities.

We welcome vets with interests in surgery, dentistry, orthopaedics, diagnostics, or ophthalmology and encourage development of these areas. Flexible PT/FT options and no out-of-hours work.