Veterinary Surgeon - Burscough

Supreme Search Specialists; Burscough; Sur place; GBP 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

CPD funding

Private healthcare

33 days annual leave

Paid memberships

Résumé du poste

West Lancashire Veterinary Practice is seeking a General Practice Veterinary Surgeon to join their growing team. The role is based in West Lancashire, offering 30–40 hours per week with a 1 in 4 weekend rota and no out-of-hours work.

The position emphasizes long-term client relationships, collaborative work, and a healthy work-life balance. The practice has a supportive nursing team, modern facilities including dental radiography and laparoscopy, and a focus on ongoing CPD and professional

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with registration.
• Experience in general practice and first opinion care.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsabilités

• Provide high-quality first opinion care for small animals.
• Conduct consultations, diagnostics and routine surgical procedures.
• Develop diagnostic and treatment plans and maintain continuity of care.

Connaissances

Veterinary Surgeon

First Opinion Practice

Client Relationships

Communication Skills

Outils

Dental radiography

Laparoscopy

Description du poste

General Practice Veterinary Surgeon – West Lancashire

About the Role

An excellent opportunity is available for a General Practice Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing, independent-minded small animal practice in West Lancashire.

The role offers 30–40 hours per week, a salary of £45,000–£60,000 pro rata, depending on experience, and no OOH. The position includes a 1 in 4 weekend rota, with weekday flexibility to help create a sustainable working pattern.

This is an ideal opportunity for a vet who values long-term client relationships, collaborative working and genuine work-life balance.

The practice is growing and is looking for an additional Veterinary Surgeon to join an experienced team. They are committed to listening to colleagues, encouraging new ideas and making positive changes where possible.

About the Practice

This established practice opened in 2016 and has grown its client base from the ground up to more than 4,000 active clients, reflecting the strong relationships they have built within the local community.

The practice provides modern facilities and a comprehensive general practice service, including dental radiography and laparoscopy.

The close-knit team includes 4 Veterinary Surgeons, a Practice Manager, Head Nurse and experienced nursing team, Veterinary Care Assistants, Student Veterinary Nurses, a Client Care Manager and reception team.

The nursing team is highly experienced and supports vets through a range of chargeable clinics and Schedule 2 procedures, allowing Veterinary Surgeons to focus on clinical decision-making, case management and continuity of care.

The practice has a strong focus on maintaining a positive, inclusive working environment and low staff turnover. Colleagues are encouraged to speak openly, share ideas and contribute to both clinical and non-clinical improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality first opinion veterinary care across a varied small animal caseload.

• Conduct consultations, diagnostics and routine surgical procedures.

• Develop appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans.

• Maintain continuity of care across cases and build lasting client relationships.

• Work collaboratively with the experienced veterinary and nursing teams.

• Make effective use of the nursing team's clinical skills and knowledge.

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients.

• Manage workload and clinical priorities effectively.

• Maintain high standards of patient welfare and clinical care.

• Contribute ideas and feedback to support the continued development of the practice.

• Participate in the 1 in 4 weekend rota, including sole-charge responsibility.

• Continue developing clinical skills through CPD and further qualifications where appropriate.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys first opinion practice and values the relationships they build with clients, patients and colleagues.

They do not need to be a specialist surgeon. The practice has an experienced veterinary and nursing team and can provide support to help build confidence and develop clinical skills.

A positive, methodical and pragmatic approach is important, with the ability to manage time and priorities effectively without compromising personal wellbeing.

They are looking for someone who understands the importance of collaboration and respects the experience and knowledge of the nursing team.

Strong communication skills are essential, alongside a genuine interest in building long-term relationships with clients and their pets.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: £45,000–£60,000 pro rata, depending on experience

• 30–40 hours per week

• 1 in 4 weekends, sole charge

• No OOH

• Weekday rota flexibility

• 33 days' annual leave

• Funded CPD

• Support towards certificates

• Overtime paid for hours worked above contracted hours

• Paid breaks

• Income protection after 1 year's service

• AXA private healthcare, subject to a small employee contribution

• Paid RCVS, BVA, BSAVA and VDS memberships

• Supportive and experienced nursing team

• Modern clinical facilities including dental radiography and laparoscopy

• Strong focus on work-life balance and colleague wellbeing