Veterinary Surgeon AVPCert SAS/Medicine

GLG Vets; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, seeks a Veterinary Surgeon AVPCert SAS/Medicine to lead consults, perform surgeries, and collaborate with a skilled team. The ideal candidate will have MRCVS registration and experience in small-animal practice, along with strong communication skills and a proactive approach. This role offers a competitive salary, CPD support, and a generous holiday allowance, ensuring a balance between professional growth and personal wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

CPD encouraged and funded

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 including digital X-ray, ultrasound, and 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

Education

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

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon AVPCert SAS/Medicine — Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire

Overview: Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Veterinary Surgeon AVPCert SAS/Medicine based in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire. Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire 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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