Veterinary Surgeon AVPCert SAS/Medicine

GLG Vets; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Scunthorpe, England seeks a Veterinary Surgeon AVPCert SAS / Medicine. Responsibilities include performing surgeries, interpreting diagnostics, and delivering outstanding care. Candidates should have MRCVS registration and experience in small-animal practice. The role offers a competitive salary, funded CPD, and a supportive team environment with clinical autonomy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Funded CPD with certificate support

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

RCVS / VDS fees paid

Responsibilities

• Run consults with confidence, communicating treatment plans clearly.
• Perform routine and some advanced soft-tissue surgeries.
• Interpret diagnostics (digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab).
• Work collaboratively with nursing team for outstanding inpatient care.
• Contribute to a positive, learning-led practice culture.

Skills

Strong communicator that builds rapport quickly

Calm decision-maker

Proficient in imaging and point-of-care diagnostics

Team-oriented with focus on continuous improvement

Organised and proactive

Education

MRCVS registration or eligibility

Experience in UK small-animal first opinion practice

Confidence with routine surgery and consults

Further certifications welcomed

Job description

Overview

Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Veterinary Surgeon AVPCert SAS / Medicine based in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire. Scunthorpe 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
• Interpret diagnostics (digital X‑ray, ultrasound, in‑house lab)
• 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

• MRCVS registration (or eligibility)
• 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

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