Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Vets Now; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Private medical insurance

Family leave & pay

BVA membership

RCVS fees covered

Cycle to Work

Green Car schemes

Retail discounts

Pet care discount

Job summary

Vets Now is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing team across Lancashire. The role offers flexible full-time or part-time arrangements, including consulting and surgical time with protected admin periods.

You will work as part of a collaborative clinical team at a multi-branch practice with extensive diagnostic capabilities and funded certificates. You will develop clinically, with support for CPF and ongoing training, while contributing to high standards of patient and client care in a

Qualifications

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS.
• Experience with routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• A full-time working week is 4 days, with a set day off per week and one in eighth Saturday mornings.
• Consultations are 15 minutes as standard, with longer appointments for more complex cases, blood samples and euthanasia.
• There is protected admin time throughout the day to assist clients without extra time pressures on vets.
• Out of hours provision is provided by Vets Now from the main hospital site in Clayton Le Dale.

Skills

RCVS registration

Veterinary degree

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Lifelong learning

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 DOE, up to £5,000 relocation allowance and up to £5,000 welcome bonus

My Vet, part of inspiring vet care, is a large practice with branches across Lancashire. We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our growing team.

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We are in the unique position where we can find a role to suit you, rather than you fitting into a role defined by us. Full time or part time, consulting only, or a more regular role involving consulting and surgical time. We are flexible in what we can offer and are willing to work with applicants to find what is best for them.

Practice Highlights

We are an 11-branch practice situated across Lancashire, covering from the Fylde Coast to the Rawtenstall Valley. All branches are PSS inspected, with our main hospital in Clayton Le Dale holding Tier 3 Hospital status. Manchester and Liverpool are 40 minutes away, the Lake District just over an hour away, and London just over two hours away by direct train.

You will be joining a team of 17 vets, with certificate holders in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Anaesthesia, Dentistry & Oral Surgery, with another two vets near completing Dermatology certificates. Our main hospital has a CT Scanner, Digital Radiography, Dental Radiography, Advanced Ultrasound, Laparoscopy, endoscopy and bronchoscopy capabilities as well as a full in-house laboratory for working up cases. Studying towards certificates is fully funded and encouraged.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Key Responsibilities

A full-time working week is 4 days, with a set day off per week and one in eighth Saturday mornings. Consultations are 15 minutes as standard, with longer appointments for more complex cases, blood samples and euthanasia. There is protected admin time throughout the day to be able to do what is needed to help our clients, without putting additional time pressures on our vets.

Out of hours provision is provided by Vets Now based out of our main hospital site in Clayton Le Dale, which means inpatient care is continuous without the need for patient transfers.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You Are a Confident And Motivated Veterinary Surgeon Who Enjoys Working As Part Of a Team And Is Committed To Delivering High-quality Patient And Client Care. You’ll Bring

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £65,000 a year

Up to £65,000 pa DOE

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