Veterinary Referral Clinician - Orthopaedic Surgeon

Frank. Pet Surgeons; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Frank. Pet Surgeons is seeking a dedicated Orthopaedic Referral Surgeon to join an exceptional specialist-led team in Leeds. This full-time role offers a varied caseload of intriguing orthopaedic procedures, access to cutting-edge facilities, and an engaging work environment focused on professional development and well-being.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Enhanced CPD allowance & leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer

Discounted staff pet care

Your birthday as a paid day off

Pawsome Benefits rewards

Qualifications

• Experienced in handling orthopaedic cases, including complex fractures and surgeries.
• Ability to work under specialist-led guidance.
• Prior experience in a multi-disciplinary referral hospital is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join the specialist-led surgical team to handle diverse orthopaedic cases.
• Enhance surgical and anaesthesia skills under expert guidance.
• Carry out highly complex surgeries with a focus on patient care.

Skills

Veterinary care

Surgical skills

Anaesthesia knowledge

Education

RCVS, American, or European Boarded Diplomates

Residency trained

Cert AVP status

Job description

We have a very rare opportunity for an Orthopaedic Referral Surgeon to join our dedicated team here at frank. Pet Surgeons on a full-time, permanent basis. If you are an experienced Surgeon with a passion for veterinary care and want to be part of an established, collaborative team, we want to hear from you.

Become a part of our exceptional Specialist-led surgical team

At frank. Pet Surgeons, we handle a diverse range of intriguing orthopaedic cases, including complex fractures, total hip replacement, angular limb deformities, and advanced spinal and soft tissue surgeries. As part of our Specialist-led team, you will join 5 Surgeons (3 Specialists) and 3 Surgical Interns, providing a unique opportunity to enhance your surgical and anaesthesia skills and knowledge under the guidance of true experts.

Work with cutting-edge facilities

It is our mission to make specialist surgical care more accessible. Our specialist surgical teams are up to date with the latest surgical techniques, and routinely carry out highly complex surgeries, enabling us to confidently take on the most challenging cases. Everything we do is backed up by a unique Surgical Complications Guarantee that covers any complications arising from surgery within 6 months of the procedure. We have fixed price packages for all our procedures.

frank. Pet Surgeons is a leading and progressive veterinary clinic dedicated to providing high-quality care to our patients. We are located on the Orbital Industry Park, just off junction 4 of the M621 and 1.3 miles from Leeds train station. Our purpose-built practice houses 2 fully equipped operating theatres, CT, digital radiography, arthroscopy, ultrasound, multiparameter monitoring equipment, separate dog and cat wards, and in-house laboratory.

With a team of skilled veterinary surgeons and support staff, we strive to create a compassionate and nurturing environment for both our patients and their owners. As a well-established practice, we are committed to continuous learning and professional development. We have 5 Surgeons (4 Specialists), 2 Residents, 4 Surgical Interns, 15 RVNs, 5 ACAs, and 8 Support staff.

Working pattern

This is a full-time position, offering 40 hours over 4 days with a 1:3 on-call commitment.

What we’re looking for

We encourage applications from candidates who are RCVS, American, or European Boarded Diplomates or those who are residency trained. Individuals with Cert AVP status who have prior experience working in a multi-disciplinary referral hospital will also be considered.

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, you will benefit from:

• Work-life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

Development

• Excellent CPD allowance & enhanced leave
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care
• Competitive salary