Veterinary Surgeon (Primary Care)

Linnaeus; Swindon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Linnaeus is seeking a passionate Veterinary Surgeon for their Eastcott Veterinary Hospital in Swindon, England. This full-time position focuses on providing excellent primary care while fostering a supportive team environment. With opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, this role is ideal for those keen on advancing their veterinary career while making a significant impact on animal welfare.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave

Relocation package available

RCVS & VDS fees paid

External CPD funded

Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program

Career progression opportunities

Staff discount schemes

Enhanced sickness pay

Wellness program including Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Degree enabling full MRCVS status.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care and surgical services within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Participate in case discussions and mentor recent graduates.
• Engage in additional opportunities like Green Team and social events.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Determination

Positivity

Education

Veterinary Degree Registrable in the UK

Job description

Linnaeus Swindon, England, United Kingdom

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Role: Veterinary Surgeon (Primary Care)

Salary: Up to £65,000 D.O.E. Plus up to £5,000 welcome bonus (direct applications)

Location: Eastcott Veterinary Hospital, Swindon

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: 40 hours a week, 4-day week with a 1 in 8 weekends (with 2 days in lieu the following week) Minimal on-call as ECC team on site.

Join our dynamic team at Eastcott Veterinary Hospital as a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon with a strong surgical focus!

If you are eager to be part of a supportive and collaborative environment within a multi-disciplinary hospital, this role is perfect for you!!!

We are seeking a motivated Veterinary Surgeon, ideally with a Surgical Certificate (or currently pursuing one), who excels in communication and teamwork to work alongside a team of 13 Vets. At Eastcott, you’ll thrive among a friendly team that values your input and fosters engaging case discussions, ensuring you grow both personally and professionally.

This exciting role is primarily based at our main hospital but also includes rotations through our consulting-only branches.

Beyond your clinical responsibilities, you will find numerous opportunities to explore your passions—whether by participating in the Green Team, mentoring recent graduates, or helping to organise our vibrant social events.

We are looking for

• Veterinary Degree Registrable in the UK enabling full MRCVS status
• Excellent communication skills
• A can-do attitude, determination, and positivity
• Strong team ethos
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
  
  

Benefits Include

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave
• Relocation package available
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced Equal Family leave for birth/adoption
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme
• Wellness program including:
• Employee assistance program
• Eyecare voucher scheme
• Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme
  
  

About Us

Our well-equipped practice, dedicated to our fantastic primary care team is set within a large hospital that also houses a multi-disciplinary referral team. Eastcott is based in Swindon with the main site in Dorcan, and smaller branches in North Swindon and Old Town.

We provide 24-hour emergency services and routine primary care for small animals, working separately – albeit closely - with the referral and ECC department.

Eastcott Referrals, as part of Linnaeus, are committed to supporting the physical and mental health of all our Associates. We have an amazing team of Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) across our practices and central support office in addition to a confidential Employee Assistance Program which is available for everyone.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now by completing our quick application form! For further information, reach out to Lissa at [e-mail].

Part of an amazing global family

Being part of this amazing global group gives us the benefit of a huge network of experts and specialists, a future we can invest in and the security that allows us to concentrate on what we do best – caring for pets. We are proud to count some of the finest specialists, veterinary surgeons and nurses in the UK among our team. Being part of the Mars family of businesses provides huge development opportunities across the group for our Associates.

The future of the veterinary world is at the heart of everything we do. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to make A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS.

Linnaeus is owned by Mars, that makes us part of their 70,000 Veterinary Health Associates who spend their days thinking about the 400 million pets of the world and how to improve their lives. Being part of this amazing global group gives us the benefit of a huge network of experts and specialists, a future we can invest in and the security that allows us to concentrate on what we do best – caring for pets.

Our Associates are fundamental to our success and we are proud to count some of the finest specialists, veterinary surgeons and nurses in the UK among our team.

Being part of the Mars family of businesses provides huge development opportunities across the group for our Associates.

Linnaeus is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, we are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse for all our associates.

If you would like to apply for this role, please click the Apply Button or for more information, please feel free to reach out directly to our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]

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