Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Ivc; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance (6.6 weeks incl. BH)

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

BEVA membership, VDS & RCVS fees

Cycle to Work

Retail discounts

Pet care discount

Job summary

Adams Vets in Liverpool is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join a collaborative team delivering high-quality patient and client care across a varied caseload.

You will develop clinical skills, share knowledge with colleagues, and contribute to the clinic's culture of excellence. The rota typically averages 35 hours over four days with some Saturday mornings, supporting a wide range of cases.

Qualifications

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS.
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Develop clinical skills and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to deliver excellent care.
• Support ongoing development of those around you.

Skills

RCVS registration eligibility

Clinical practice experience

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Proactive learning

Professionalism and reliability

Patient and client care focus

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration (or eligibility)

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 FTE DOE

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we’re trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are a friendly, experienced, and enthusiastic team who really enjoy what we do. We love to share knowledge and support one another to develop our skills for the benefit of our patients as well as ourselves. Collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence are key at Adams Vets.

Adams Vets has been a pillar of the local community since we opened in 1975. We engage closely with local charities and rescue centres, and have great relationships with our clients. We are lucky to have two first-opinion clinics across Liverpool, one in Fazakerley and one in Wavertree, which affords us a varied range of clients and cases

Practice Highlights

Both clinics are fully equipped with 3 consult rooms, theatre, prep area, digital x-rays (and soon to be dental x-ray), ultrasound, Idexx lab equipment, and more.

Working alongside 3 vets (with shared interests in surgery and medicine, including one certificate holder), Clinical Director, 6 nurses, 2 VCA’s, and 6 support staff (with a combined experience of around 50 years!).

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Key Responsibilities

You will be a competent all round vet. The ideal rota pattern is 35 hours a week over 4 days with 1 in 4 Saturday mornings. weekdays 9.00-18.30. Saturday 9.00-13.00 however we do have some flexibility in this

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BEVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £65,000 a year

Up to £65,000 pa DOE FTE