Veterinary Surgeon — Autonomy in First-Opinion Practice

GLG Vets; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD funded

Holiday & pension

RCVS/VDS fees paid

Clinical autonomy

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

GLG Vets in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-run, friendly practice. You will lead consults, perform routine and some advanced soft-tissue surgeries, and work closely with the nursing team to deliver excellent inpatient care.

The role offers a supportive, learning-led environment, opportunities for CPD, and a team culture that values clinical autonomy and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with clients and colleagues
• Calm decision-making under pressure
• Familiarity with routine imaging and point-of-care diagnostics
• Team-oriented with commitment to learning culture
• Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy practice

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Calm decision-maker

Routine imaging

Team-oriented

Organised & proactive

Education

UK small-animal first opinion practice experience

Job description

GLG Vets in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, seeks an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-run, friendly practice. You will lead consults, perform routine and some advanced soft-tissue surgeries, and work closely with the nursing team to deliver excellent inpatient care.

The role offers a supportive, learning-led environment, opportunities for CPD, and a team culture that values clinical autonomy and continuous improvement.