Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary from £45,000+

4 weeks annual holiday

Loyalty pay scheme

Support for CPD and certificates

RCVS/VDS fees paid

35% staff discount

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Hinckley is seeking an experienced vet to handle routine surgical and medical cases. The position offers competitive salaries starting at £45,000+, 4 weeks of annual leave, CPD support, and a welcoming team environment. Ideal candidates will have strong veterinary skills and the ability to foster client relationships. This full-time role includes no Sunday or OOH work.

Qualifications

• Experience with routine surgical and medical cases is essential.
• Ability to build strong relationships with clients, patients, and team is necessary.
• Interest in orthopaedics is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care for small animals.
• Collaborate with team members to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Mentor support staff and assist in training interns.

Skills

Routine surgical skills

Medical case management

Client relationship building

Interest in orthopaedics

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

If you are looking for an exciting new role and the opportunity to grow your career, then we have the perfect role for you here at Hinckley Vets4Pets!

About you and the role:

We are seeking an experienced vet who is confident with routine surgical and medical cases; an interest in orthopaedics is advantageous but not essential. You should be eager to support and demonstrate key skills such as building strong relationships with clients, patients, and the team.

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, working between 8.30am-8pm over a 4-day week with a set day off. Saturdays are mornings only (9am - 2.30pm) on a 1 in 4 basis.

About us:

You will work alongside Practice Owners Nicola Gray and Ignacio Martinez Robles, Practice Manager, and a friendly team of 5 Vets and 2 clinical lead nurses supporting RVNs and student nurses.

Our practice is located inside a busy Pets at Home store in town, with free onsite parking, a nearby train station, easy access to the M1, and close to East Midlands and Birmingham airports.

We are a small animal practice with a high caseload of exotics. The modern, spacious practice is equipped with digital X-ray, in-house laboratory, ultrasound, and multi-parameter monitors. You will have clinical freedom, and orthopaedic cases are mentored by a visiting referral vet.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary from £45,000+ (dependent on experience)
• Salary negotiable for experienced vets, discussed at interview
• 4 weeks annual holiday, increasing to 5 weeks after 1 year, plus birthday off
• Holiday loyalty scheme
• Loyalty pay scheme
• Support for CPD and certificates
• Training practice
• RCVS/VDS fees paid
• No Sundays or OOH work
• Three mental health first aiders on site
• 35% staff discount, 20% for family and friends
• Close to major motorways and airports
• Proximity to natural spots like Peak District
• Accessible to cities like Nottingham, Manchester, and London via train

To apply, visit www.vets4petscareers.com or contact [e-mail].

Location: LE10 OPR

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We value, respect, and celebrate differences, aiming to reflect the communities we serve and remove barriers to opportunity. Even if your skills and experience aren’t a perfect match, we welcome your unique contributions based on your values and behaviors.