Veterinary Surgeon

Prospect Health; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving veterinary practice in the UK is looking for a motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. This full-time role near Manchester offers responsibilities in consults, diagnostics, and surgery. With a salary between £38,000 and £65,000, it provides five weeks of holiday, CPD support, and no out-of-hours work. Ideal for experienced professionals or new graduates seeking career development in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Five weeks holiday plus bank holidays

CPD support: £1,750 + 1 week study leave

VDS and RCVS membership

Qualifications

• Ideal for experienced vets or recent graduates seeking hands-on experience.
• Commitment to teamwork and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a mix of consults, diagnostics, and surgery.
• Participate in a Saturday rota.
• Shape role with personal areas of interest.

Skills

Motivated and skilled

Experience in surgery

Interest in complementary therapies

Team collaboration

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Orthopaedic kits

K-Laser

Dental x-ray facilities

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving, independent practice just north of Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for a vet who wants to work in a supportive, collaborative environment with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

The Role

• Full‑time position (3–4 days per week)
• Participation in a Saturday rota (1 in 3 Saturdays, 9 : 00–12 : 00)
• Flexible opportunities to work across multiple branch surgeries
• Mix of consults, diagnostics, and surgery
• Scope to develop areas of interest, including complementary therapies, wildlife rehabilitation, or student mentoring

The role is ideal for an experienced vet, but recent graduates looking for hands‑on experience and career development will also be considered.

There is significant scope to shape your role, whether that’s helping develop a new branch with rehabilitation facilities, supporting operations at the main surgery, or getting involved in teaching and charity work.

The Practice

• Independent, multi‑branch practice with a main surgery and two nearby branches
• Main surgery features four consulting rooms, separate cat and dog wards, separate cat and dog operating theatres, and a dedicated dental suite
• Additional branch surgeries include consulting rooms, operating facilities, in‑house lab, and dental equipment
• New bespoke branch with a Pet Well‑being Centre offering complementary therapies, including hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, acupuncture, and K‑Laser (opening November 2025)
• Strong commitment to wildlife and charity work, including provision of veterinary care for a local rescue centre

Team & Culture

• Stable, long‑serving team of vets, nurses, and support staff
• Mentoring programme for new graduates and vet students
• Regular meetings to discuss cases, share CPD, and implement new ideas
• Encouragement to develop special interests in medicine, surgery, anaesthesia, or complementary therapies
• Collaborative, friendly, and inclusive environment with clear work‑life balance
• No out‑of‑hours responsibilities

Facilities & Equipment

• In‑house IDEXX lab
• Orthopaedic kits, ultrasound, K‑Laser
• Dental x‑ray facilities
• Well‑equipped operating theatres across all sites
• Cat‑friendly certified main surgery

Location

• Situated in Lancashire, close to the South Pennines
• Excellent transport links, including easy access to Manchester
• Great location for outdoor activities, walking, and city life

Package

• Salary: £38,000–£65,000 (dependent on experience)
• Five weeks holiday plus bank holidays
• CPD: £1,750 + 1 week study leave
• VDS and RCVS membership included
• Journal subscriptions
• One in three Saturday morning clinics
• No out‑of‑hours

This is an ideal opportunity for a vet looking to join a forward‑thinking, independent practice with a supportive team, modern facilities, and opportunities to develop professional interests and career goals.

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