Veterinary Surgeon - £45k-60k DOE

British Veterinary Association; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a purpose-built veterinary practice in Walkden, Manchester, as an experienced Veterinary Surgeon. In this dynamic full-time role, you'll provide exceptional veterinary care and emergency services while mentoring junior staff. Enjoy a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and the opportunity to work within a supportive team.

Benefits

CPD support

Pension scheme

Work-life balance

Access to CVS knowledge hub

Qualifications

• Experience as a Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for clinical care.
• Ability to manage emergency and critical care cases.
• Capability to mentor and train junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality veterinary care and consultations.
• Collaborating with a team of experienced vets.
• Managing emergency and critical care cases.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Emergency Care

Consultation

Surgery

Mentoring

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon role at PetMedics in Walkden, Manchester. Offering a salary between £45-60k depending on experience, plus benefits. We are looking for full time hours ideally, but would consider part time applications!

About Us:

At PetMedics, we pride ourselves on offering the highest quality of veterinary care in our purpose-built practice in Walkden. As part of a group of three practices across Manchester, we are looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our first opinion team. You will work with a friendly, supportive team and have access to excellent clinical facilities, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, and an on-site laboratory. Additionally, you'll benefit from our 24-hour hospital and certificate-led referral team, which offers specialist support for more complex cases.

Why PetMedics Walkden?

• Purpose-built practice with modern facilities
• A full support team, including qualified nurses and patient care assistants
• Case continuity is a priority, with the opportunity and expectation to manage cases from start to finish
• 24-hour hospital and referral support from a team of certificate holders in surgery, medicine, dermatology, cardiology, ophthalmology, imaging, dentistry, behaviour and ECC
• A full range of diagnostics including digital x-ray, ultrasound, and in-house lab on site with full access to CT, endoscopy, and a fully equipped lab at the main hospital
• Opportunity to mentor and support new graduates with Vet GDP development
• Involvement in Emergency and Critical Care (ECC) alongside a large, experienced team
• Support for individual development, including the opportunity to pursue further qualifications (both clinical and non-clinical)

We are confident in the support and opportunities our practice offers, which is why we invite all interested candidates to spend a day with us to see what we're all about!

Take a tour of our Walkden practice here - https://vimeo.com/911555904

The Role:

This is an exciting full-time role (part-time considered for the right candidate), ideal for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care. The role involves a mix of consulting, surgery, and emergency care. You will be part of a collaborative team, and case continuity is key, allowing you to develop long-term relationships with clients and patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing high-quality veterinary care, consultations, and surgery
• Collaborating with a team of experienced vets and nurses
• Contributing to the training and mentoring of junior vets and support staff
• Managing emergency and critical care cases in our 24-hour hospital

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £45-60k, dependent on experience
• Generous benefits package including CPD support, pension scheme, and more
• Access to the CVS knowledge hub for continuous professional development
• Work-life balance with flexibility in hours for the right candidate
• Up to 40 hours per week: 4 x 9-hour weekday shifts at PetMedics Walkden, plus 1:4 weekends of 2 x 8-hour weekends covering ECC duties at our hospital alongside four other vets (no sole charge)
• Practice hours: 8am-6pm on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; 8am-8pm on Tuesday and Thursday

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced veterinary surgeon looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter, and don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like to arrange a visit to see the practice for yourself!

Join our PetMedics team and help us continue to provide outstanding care to pets in Walkden and beyond!