Surgical Veterinary Surgeon - Huntingdon

purovets; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious veterinary practice in Huntingdon is looking for an experienced Surgical Veterinary Surgeon to lead a soft tissue and orthopaedic caseload. The role involves performing surgeries and consultations, mentoring junior staff, and working with a supportive team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary starting from £60,000, generous holiday, and professional development opportunities in a modern, well-equipped hospital.

Benefits

Five weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays

External CPD funded

Wellness programme

Qualifications

• Experience in performing TTAs, lateral sutures, patella surgery, and basic fracture repairs.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude with a commitment to patient care.
• Willingness to mentor junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the soft tissue and orthopaedic caseload.
• Undertake surgical and consulting shifts.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues.

Skills

Surgical skills

Teamwork

Mentorship

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Endoscopy equipment

Job description

Overview

Surgical Veterinary Surgeon – Huntingdon

Exceptional opportunity for an experienced surgically biased Vet to lead a thriving caseload.

The Role

A prestigious Tier-3 small animal hospital in Cambridgeshire is seeking an enthusiastic and confident Veterinary Surgeon with a strong surgical focus. The successful candidate will take the lead on an established soft tissue and orthopaedic caseload, including TTAs, lateral sutures, patella surgery, and basic fracture repairs. All necessary equipment is readily available to support high-quality surgical care. This position is ideal for a Veterinary Surgeon who is confident with routine and elective surgeries (including dentistry) and already possesses, or wishes to further develop, a strong repertoire in orthopaedic surgery. The incoming surgeon will have the opportunity to expand and grow the hospital’s in-house surgical caseload.

About the Hospital

This busy 24-hour first-opinion small animal hospital, supported by five branch surgeries, has provided exceptional veterinary care for over a century. Accredited as a gold ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic, the hospital prides itself on delivering gold-standard veterinary medicine and boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Digital radiography, ultrasound (including echocardiography)
• Video-endoscopy (gastroscope, bronchoscope, and small rigid endoscopes)
• Multi-parameter anaesthetic monitoring and tonometry
• A purpose-built physiotherapy and hydrotherapy unit with aquatic treadmill and K-Laser

A dedicated out-of-hours team ensures excellent continuity of care, while a calm and spacious cat ward enhances patient comfort. The hospital has recently undergone a full refurbishment, creating a modern, welcoming environment.

The Team

The successful candidate will join a collaborative and experienced clinical team of 23 vets, including certificate holders in medicine, cardiology, emergency and critical care, ophthalmology, and diagnostic imaging. Many team members have been with the practice for years, fostering a friendly and supportive workplace culture where wellbeing and work-life balance are top priorities. The hospital actively supports professional development and encourages certificate study.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the soft tissue and orthopaedic caseload
• Undertake two surgical shifts and two consulting shifts per week (flexible, part-time variations considered)
• Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues, including those working toward surgical certificates

Hours

• Full-time: 40 hours per week across four 9-hour days, plus 1 in 4 weekends.
• No night work required. Part-time hours will be considered.

Benefits

• Excellent salary from £60,000 per annum (DOE)
• Five weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded and career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes and life assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay and equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme and employer contribution pension
• Wellness programme including employee assistance, eyecare vouchers, free annual flu jab, and cycle-to-work scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme

The Ideal Candidate

The hospital seeks a Veterinary Surgeon who is confident in performing TTAs, lateral sutures, patella surgery, and basic fracture repairs, and who is eager to mentor junior colleagues. A positive, team-oriented attitude and a commitment to delivering outstanding client and patient care are essential. Experienced Veterinary Surgeons looking to advance their surgical careers in a supportive, well-equipped, and forward-thinking environment are encouraged to get in touch now!

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to [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 no: JOB-55108