Veterinary Surgeon - skilled, supportive team

British Veterinary LGBT+; Sunderland; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

CPD allowance of £1,500 + 4 days

RCVS and VDS fees covered

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

British Veterinary LGBT+ is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon in the North East to deliver expert care in a modern, autonomous practice. You’ll work with a supportive team of 2 vets and 7 RVNs, using advanced facilities including orthopaedics, laparoscopy, ultrasound and an in-house IDEXX lab.

The role offers a flexible 40-hour week over 4 days, no OOH, and a relocation package plus a £1,500 CPD allowance with funding for certificates in areas of interest.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with autonomy to make decisions.
• Experience in small animal practice.
• Interest in orthopaedics, internal medicine or exotics.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for small animals.
• Participate in orthopaedic and laparoscopic surgeries.
• Utilise in-house IDEXX lab and imaging to diagnose cases.

Skills

Veterinary surgery

Orthopaedic surgery

Laparoscopic surgery

Ultrasound

Tools

IDEXX lab system

Digital imaging

Job description

Are you a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon looking for a fulfilling career in a supportive and dynamic environment? Picture yourself working in the North East, where the beauty of the coast meets the charm of an award-winning independent small animal practice.
This is not just another veterinary role—this is your opportunity to thrive in a practice that champions clinical freedom, rapid decision-making, and personal growth. Unlike corporate environments, decisions here are made quickly and with your professional autonomy in mind. Imagine having access to cutting-edge facilities like orthopaedic and laparoscopic surgery, digital imaging (including dental X-rays), ultrasound, and an in-house IDEXX lab, all while being encouraged to pursue your passions in areas such as keyhole surgery, internal medicine, or exotics.
You will be supported by an experienced team of 2 Vets (one certificate holder) who are happy to help you develop skills in your area of interest and 7 RVNs, who are given clinical freedom to assist you with surgeries and cases making the work flow better and giving you the time to focus on your patient. There is a busy and varied caseload but always time for breaks, admin and case discussion.

Here’s what makes this role irresistible:

• A Flexible Schedule: 40 hours over 4 days, including paid breaks and admin time.
• Balanced Work-Life: 1 in 3 Saturday mornings on a rota basis (with time off in lieu the following Friday, allowing a long weekend). No OOH, no on-call, and no bank holiday working.
• Generous Benefits: Up to £57K salary (DOE), re-location package, £1,500 CPD allowance plus 4 days, RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Professional Development: One-to-one surgical support, opportunities to undertake orthopaedic and laparoscopic surgery, and funding for certificates in your areas of interest.
• Visa Sponsorship available for eligible candidates.

This role offers the best of both worlds—client and case continuity and the chance to grow your skills in a friendly, close-knit team supported by qualified staff and modern technology.