Veterinary Surgeon | Hollygate Veterinary Clinic

Vet Group; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Funded CPD

Care Fund £1,250 annual

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees paid

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

Pet care discount

6.6 weeks holiday

Job summary

Hollygate Veterinary Clinic in Belfast is seeking a passionate Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, established team on a permanent basis.

We offer full-time or part-time roles (20-40 hours per week) with clinical autonomy, excellent patient care, and a supportive team including Clinical Directors, nurses and reception staff. A varied first-opinion caseload awaits and a shared 1 in 3 Saturday rota.

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Confident, approachable, and committed to excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• See cases through from diagnosis to resolution.
• Share a 1 in 3 Saturday rota.
• Support professional growth and development.

Skills

RCVS registration

Surgical skills

Clinical autonomy

Client communication

Job description

Hollygate Veterinary Clinic, Belfast is seeking a passionate Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, established team on a permanent full-time or part-time basis (20-40 hours per week).

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing practice where you’ll have the freedom to make clinical decisions, build lasting relationships with clients, and see cases through from diagnosis to resolution. With a loyal client base and a varied first-opinion caseload, you’ll enjoy genuine clinical autonomy while benefiting from the support of experienced Clinical Directors, talented nurses, and a dedicated reception team.

Hollygate is equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, dental radiography, a slit lamp, operating microscope, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory, allowing you to deliver high-quality patient care and develop your clinical interests.

We’re looking for an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon who is confident, approachable, and committed to excellent patient and client care. Whether your interests are in surgery, dentistry, imaging, or another area, we’ll support your professional growth and help you develop your skills.

The role includes a shared 1 in 3 Saturday rota and offers excellent benefits

• funded CPD and development opportunities
• a £1,250 annual Care Fund
• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• paid RCVS fees
• private medical insurance
• enhanced family leave
• reduced-cost care for your own pets
• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays

Join a practice where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and you can help shape the future of veterinary care in Belfast.