Veterinary Surgeon

GLG Vets; Preston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD funded

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

RCVS/VDS fees paid

BSAVA/BVA fees where applicable

Job summary

GLG Vets in Preston, Lancashire, invites applications for a Veterinary Surgeon in a well‑run, friendly practice with strong clinical autonomy. You will lead consultations, perform routine and some advanced soft-tissue surgeries, and work with the nursing team to deliver excellent inpatient care.

The role requires a confident communicator with solid surgical and medical skills, and a team-minded, proactive approach in a busy first‑opinion setting. CPD supported and a positive work culture offered.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with clients and colleagues.
• Calm, confident decision making in clinical situations.
• Experience with routine imaging and point-of-care diagnostics.
• Team player with continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Run consults and discuss treatment plans with clients.
• Perform routine surgeries and some advanced soft-tissue procedures.
• Collaborate with nursing team for inpatient care.
• Contribute to a learning-led, supportive practice culture.

Skills

Strong communicator

Calm decision-maker

Surgical and medical skills

Imaging and diagnostics

Team-oriented

Organised and proactive

Education

UK small-animal first opinion experience

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon — Preston, Lancashire

Overview: Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Veterinary Surgeon based in Preston, Lancashire. Preston, Lancashire is known for its vibrant high street, friendly locals and easy access to countryside walks and weekend escapes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Run consults with confidence, communicating treatment plans clearly
• Perform routine and some advanced soft‑tissue surgeries
• 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

• 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