Veterinary Surgeon - Newcastle Upon Tyne

Purosearch; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary healthcare provider in Newcastle Upon Tyne is seeking a full-time Veterinary Surgeon. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary up to £70,000 and work in a supportive environment with state-of-the-art facilities. Responsibilities include performing consultations and surgeries, with additional perks like generous annual leave and CPD allowances. A few years of experience is preferred, and the role entails a fixed day off each week alongside a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Staff discount

Generous CPD allowance

RCVS and VDS Memberships paid

Regular company events and socials

Complete clinical freedom

Qualifications

• A few years of post-qualification experience as a Veterinary Surgeon.
• Comfortable performing routine consultations, surgeries, and emergencies.
• Bring fresh ideas and perspectives to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine first opinion consultations and surgeries.
• Handle emergencies across two practice branches.
• Work with a supportive team in a full-time role.

Skills

Post-qualification experience

Ability to work in a team

Comfortable with sole charge

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Newcastle Upon Tyne

Exciting opportunity for a Vet Surgeon to join a thriving, independent 2‑branch practice with a supportive and friendly team.

• Work with state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including ultrasound, digital X‑ray, a full in‑house IDEXX lab, with more toys to come and separate cat and dog wards.
• Enjoy a full‑time role with a 4‑day workweek and a fixed day off each week.
• Benefit from complete clinical freedom—work up cases your way and choose the best treatments for your patients.
• Competitive salary up to £70,000, plus additional perks.

Our client is a two‑branch, independent practice in Newcastle upon Tyne seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to embark on an exciting journey with them!

They have over 50 years of commitment to Newcastle's beloved pets. Their state‑of‑the‑art facilities include ultrasound, digital X‑ray, a full in‑house Idexx lab, and specialised wards, and they are constantly expanding.

Dedicated support team includes 2 Vets, 2 RVNs, 2 SVNs, 1 VCA, 3 Receptionists, and a Practice Manager. As a Veterinary Surgeon, you will work across their two branches, performing routine first opinion consultations, surgeries, and handling emergencies. At their Tynemouth practice, you will even get the chance to take the reins in some solo charge situations.

The ideal candidate will have a few years of post‑qualification experience and be comfortable working both within the larger team as well as sole charge. They are continuously looking at how to improve patient care and are looking for someone to bring fresh ideas and perspective to the team.

Rota

• Full time - 4 day week
• Part time or flexible hours will be considered
• 8.30am - 6.30pm with a fixed day off each week
• 1:4 Saturday mornings (9am - 1pm)
• No ooh

Benefits

• Generous salary up to £70,000
• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
• Staff discount
• Generous and flexible CPD allowance
• RCVS and VDS Memberships paid (certificates included)
• Regular company events and socials
• Benefit from complete clinical freedom—work up cases your way and choose the best treatments for your patients.
• Amazing supportive team

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail].

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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.