Veterinary Surgeon – Ophthalmology Certificate Holder (or working towards)

Medivet; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Relocation support

Visa sponsorship

CPD allowance

Job summary

Medivet Anfield is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with ophthalmology focus to grow specialist caseload across Liverpool and Manchester. You will split time between ophthalmology and general practice, with access to a dedicated ophthalmology theatre and strong mentorship within a large network.

The role offers 40 hours per week with a one-in-six weekend rota, relocation support, visa sponsorship, and a clear path to developing an ophthalmology-focused career within six months.

Qualifications

• Must hold or be nearing Ophthalmology certificate.
• Qualified MRCVS with passion for clinical excellence and client care.
• Be a team player who wants to make a difference in a supportive practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional clinical care in consults and surgery to high standards.
• Develop tailored treatment plans with clients.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team.
• Share skills and support Medivet communities’ development.

Skills

Ophthalmology

Client care

Teamwork

Consultation

Education

MRCVS

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your ophthalmology career? Join Medivet Anfield and help develop ophthalmology services across Liverpool and Manchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon who holds an ophthalmology certificate, or is nearing completion, to grow their specialist caseload and establish themselves as a key clinician across our network.

With around 30 Medivet clinics feeding into the service, there is excellent potential to build a thriving caseload, with the aim of progressing towards a predominantly ophthalmology-focused role within the first three to six months.

Based at our established first-opinion practice in Anfield, you’ll have access to a dedicated ophthalmology theatre and investment in equipment and facilities, with a key role in influencing what is introduced. You’ll also benefit from our in-house ophthalmology clinical community, offering opportunities to connect with potential mentors and share knowledge through a dedicated forum.

Initially, you’ll combine ophthalmology with general practice, so you’ll need to be confident with routine surgery and medical procedures, with limited sole charge. The role is 40 hours per week, including a one-in-six weekend rota at Medivet Holder, with potential for a local run across the area.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone keen to develop their clinical interests, build their reputation and shape the future of ophthalmology across the region, supported by a strong network of referring practices.

Your career means more than a rota and a job title, that’s why we offer:

Health and wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance 3 x salary

Annual leave

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising with length of service
• Extra ‘Day for You’, a paid day off just for you

Learning and development

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid leave per year
• Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD and our 24-hour hospitals
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways

Additional support

• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
• Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
• Sabbatical options based on length of service

Lifestyle

• Cycle to Work
• Season Ticket loans
• Discounts on Medivet products and services

About you

You’re a qualified MRCVS with a passion for clinical excellence and client care. You are a certificate holder in Ophthalmology or working towards completing your certificate. You’re a team player who wants to make a real difference in a practice that values and supports you.

What you’ll be doing

Typically, in this role, you’ll:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care to patients in consults and surgery to the highest standards of regulatory, practice and operational compliance
• Develop tailored treatment plans with clients
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team
• Share your skills and support our Medivet communities’ development