Surgical Veterinary Surgeon

Purosearch; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Durham seeks an experienced Surgical Veterinary Surgeon to take the lead on complex surgical cases. You will mentor a collaborative team and ensure exceptional patient care. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £40,000 to £55,000 and various perks including private medical insurance, generous leave, and funding for further education. Ideal candidates are RCVS-registered and have strong surgical skills with a commitment to high standards of care.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Generous CPD allowance

RCVS, BVA + VDS fees covered

Funded certificate opportunities

Health cash plan

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Must be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with strong surgical skills.
• Experience in mentoring and developing a clinical team is essential.
• Familiarity with Schedule 3 procedures and nurse consults valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead on surgical cases and perform non-routine surgeries.
• Mentor and develop clinical teams while fostering a progressive culture.
• Deliver exceptional patient and client care.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Surgical skills

Exceptional patient care

Team collaboration

Education

RCVS registration

Tools

Digital x-ray

Endoscopy

Ultrasound

Haematology machines

Biochemistry machines

Job description

Surgical Veterinary Surgeon – Durham

Fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon with a strong surgical bias to take the lead on surgical cases.

The practice is well equipped with modern facilities state‑of‑the‑art facilities and a comprehensive benefits package, including private medical insurance and salary from £40,000 - £55,000.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Surgical Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established practice in Durham. This role is perfect for a vet who thrives on taking the lead with surgical cases and feels confident handling non‑routine surgeries. The position offers the chance to take ownership of a varied surgical caseload in a modern, well‑equipped branch located close to the town centre.

The practice boasts excellent facilities, including dedicated wards, a spacious waiting room, and a large preparation area with a separate imaging suite. A dedicated cat entrance, waiting room, and hospital ward demonstrate the practice's commitment to feline care, as they work towards becoming an ISFM‑accredited Cat Friendly is outfitted with cutting‑edge equipment, including digital and dental x‑ray, endoscopy, ultrasound, a physiotherapy laser, and in‑house haematology and biochemistry machines.

The ideal candidate will be an RCVS‑registered Veterinary Surgeon, skilled at delivering exceptional patient and client care, and experienced in working as part of a collaborative team. Strong clinical leadership skills are essential, as you will be responsible for mentoring and developing your team while fostering a progressive clinical culture. Experience with nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures is also valued, as it contributes to the clinic's overall performance and efficiency.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a surgeon eager to make a real impact in a supportive, forward‑thinking practice!

The Rota

• 4 days per week
• 1:3 Saturdays
• Open to part‑time applicants

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service
• Salary from £40,000 - £55,000 DOE
• Private medical insurance
• Generous CPD allowance
• RCVS, BVA + VDS fees covered
• Funded certificate opportunities
• Health cash plan
• Employee discounts
• Plus much more!

Contact

For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail].

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com.

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250 for every successful candidate referral. Terms and conditions apply.

Ref - JOB-44508