Veterinary Surgeon

GLG Vets; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Chester-le-Street is seeking a knowledgeable Veterinary Surgeon to provide outstanding care. Responsibilities include running consults, performing surgeries, and collaborating with the nursing team. The ideal candidate will have MRCVS registration and experience in small-animal practice. The role offers a competitive salary, funded CPD, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

CPD encouraged and funded

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to build rapport with clients.
• Experience in routine and advanced soft-tissue surgeries.
• Familiar with diagnostics like digital X-ray and ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Run consults and communicate treatment plans.
• Perform routine surgeries and interpret diagnostics.
• Work collaboratively with the nursing team.

Skills

Strong communicator

Calm decision-maker

Comfortable with routine imaging

Team-oriented mindset

Organised and reliable

Education

MRCVS registration (or eligibility)

Experience in UK small-animal first opinion practice

Confidence with routine surgery and consults

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon — Chester-le-Street, County Durham

Overview

Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Veterinary Surgeon based in Chester-le-Street, County Durham. Life in Chester-le-Street, County Durham means great coffee spots, parks for lunchtime strolls and simple connections for hassle‑free commuting.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Run consults with confidence, communicating treatment plans clearly
• Perform routine and some advanced soft‑tissue surgeries
• Interpret diagnostics (digital X‑ray, ultrasound, in‑house lab)
• Work collaboratively with the nursing team to deliver outstanding inpatient care
• Contribute to a positive, learning‑led practice culture

Skills

• Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues
• Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills
• Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics
• Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration (or eligibility)
• Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice
• Confidence with routine surgery and consults
• Further certifications or a desire to pursue them welcomed

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• CPD encouraged and funded, with certificate support considered
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
• RCVS / VDS fees paid (and BSAVA / BVA where applicable)
• Supportive, friendly team culture with real clinical autonomy

Ready to make a move? Click apply with your CV or reach out for a confidential chat—let’s see if this could be the perfect next step for you.