Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Linnaeus; Beverley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Beverley is seeking a motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving team. The role offers opportunities for surgical and clinical development, along with a robust support system. Benefits include a competitive salary and numerous perks aimed at supporting employee wellbeing. Experience in small animal practice is preferred. You will be part of a close-knit team dedicated to providing high-quality patient care.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

RCVS and VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Staff discount schemes

Enhanced sickness pay

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellness program including Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Registered with RCVS.
• Experience in small animal practice appreciated.
• Prepared to handle a variety of surgical and clinical cases.

Responsibilities

• Join a large team of vets and nurses.
• Facilitate development in areas of special interest.
• Participate in regular case discussions.

Skills

Surgical skills

Clinical skills

Client-focused skills

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon (Small animal)

Salary: £40,000- £55,000 (depending on experience and further qualifications)

Location: Norwood Veterinary Group - Beverley and Kingswood

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: 4 day working week. 40hrs

Your role and responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for a veterinary surgeon to join our team at Norwood Veterinary Group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and enthusiastic veterinary surgeon, looking to use and develop a broad range of surgical, clinical and client‑focused skills.

At NVG, alongside routine work, we see a great deal of interesting and varied cases and there are plenty of opportunities for development if desired. As a large team, of 8 vets, 14 nurses (11 RVN's), and 9 supportive staff, we have a wide range of experience in‑house and via our networks to offer you tailored support or case discussion.

As a new associate, we will facilitate the development of your areas of special interest. Case continuity will be strongly encouraged and regular surgical time will be allocated, with support and mentorship where required.

• 1 weekend in 5 (Saturday + Sunday morning)
• 1 Saturday in 5
• No OOH

Benefits

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Wellness program including:
  • Employee assistance program
  • Eyecare voucher scheme
  • Free annual Flu jab
  • Cycle to work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

About us

• RCVS PSS Tier 2 Accredited Practice
• VN Training Practice
• Well‑equipped premises including digital x‑ray, ultrasound, endoscopy and in‑house labs.

Norwood Veterinary Group was established over 70 years ago and continues to be a thriving and well‑respected practice in Beverley and Kingswood.

Our primary branch is in the heart of Beverley, a lively, historic market town with a very good range of amenities. It is within easy reach of the beautiful Yorkshire coast, Yorkshire Wolds, and the vibrant cities of York and Hull. Motorway links are within easy reach.

We are a progressive and expanding, busy first opinion small animal practice with a good range of diagnostic and surgical equipment, enabling us to work up and treat a wide variety of medical and surgical cases. We pride ourselves with providing an exceptional level of care to our patients, and a welcoming, high quality service to our clients.

The practice has a strong collaborative team ethic, always willing to draw on our collective knowledge to ensure our patients receive the very best care possible.

We have strong links with our sister hospital in Market Weighton, Wicstun Vets, and access to their state‑of‑the‑art facilities at the hospital including hydrotherapy, laser treatment, physiotherapy, laparoscopic surgeries, and a CT scanner.

Our OOH service is provided by our colleagues at Wicstun Hospital.

At Linnaeus, we are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Program which is available for everyone.