Veterinary Surgeon

Purosearch; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading veterinary recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon for a sole charge role near Wolverhampton. The successful candidate will enjoy a great work-life balance with no weekends or out-of-hours work, supported by a dedicated nursing team. Remuneration is up to £80,000 FTE depending on experience, along with generous benefits including holiday allowance and CPD support.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension

Registration/fees paid

CPD allowance

Staff discount

Qualifications

• Must be comfortable with clinical decision making across general medicine and surgery.
• Ability to lead a high standard of care is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Lead a busy, independent small-animal practice.
• Oversee clinical operations with the support of an experienced nursing team.

Skills

Sole charge clinical decision making

Strong communication skills

Patient-centred approach

Education

Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience in small animal practice

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon (Sole Charge) — Near Wolverhampton / Walsall

About the Role

We’re seeking a confident and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to lead a busy, independent small-animal practice in the West Midlands. You’ll operate in sole charge, fully responsible for the clinical side, supported by an experienced nursing team.

Practice & Location

• Well-equipped with an in-house laboratory, digital X-ray, ultrasound and more
• Located a short drive from Wolverhampton and Walsall, serving a loyal local clientele
• Strong community reputation and over 30 years of continuous operation

What You’ll Get

• Excellent remuneration: up to £80,000 FTE, depending on experience
• Great work/life balance: no weekends, no out-of-hours work
• Flexible part-time structure (ideally 2–3 days/week)
• 10-minute consult slots
• Benefits including generous holiday allowance, pension, registration/fees paid, CPD allowance, staff discount

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience in small animal practice
• Comfortable with sole charge clinical decision making across general medicine and surgery
• Strong communication skills and a patient-centred approach
• Motivated to build on established success and lead a high standard of care

This is a rare opportunity to step into a sole charge role in an independent practice and to make this position your own.

If this sounds like your next role, we’d love to talk. Please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail] for a confidential conversation.

If it’s not for you, but you know someone who might be interested, we offer £250 referral reward (T&Cs apply)