Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Inspiring Vet Care; Northampton; In loco; GBP 59.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

6.6 weeks’ holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay

RCVS fees covered

Descrizione del lavoro

inspiring vet care in Northamptonshire is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our Northampton team, delivering high standards of patient and client care across a varied caseload.

You'll work with a collaborative clinical team, continuing to develop clinical skills and contributing to the culture of the practice. The role offers a choice of 4x10-hour days or 5x8-hour days, no out-of-hours, with a Saturday rota and flexible patterns to suit circumstances.

Competenze

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with clients and colleagues.

Mansioni

• Deliver high standard of patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Develop clinical skills and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Contribute to the clinical culture of the practice and support team development.

Conoscenze

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Formazione

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration or eligibility

Descrizione del lavoro

Salary up to £65,000 plus £2,000 Relocation Allowance
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 situated in picturesque Northamptonshire, offering a wide range of sporting, recreational and cultural activities for all, with great links to London and Birmingham. We have a great team of 13 Veterinary Surgeons (the majority of whom are certificate holders), 18 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 4 Student Veterinary Nurses, 4 Kennel Assistants and a Lab Technician.

Practice Highlights

• Work closely alongside referral Veterinary Surgeons who hold certificates across a variety of small animal disciplines
• Clinical independence supported by a well-equipped internal laboratory, in-house endoscopy and on-site CT
• Additional facilities include digital radiography, Doppler ultrasonography, a purpose-built dental suite and a mobile MRI service
• Opportunity to follow cases through advanced investigations and treatments without external referral
• Recently refurbished branches providing a modern working environment aligned with referral hospital standards

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.

Working Pattern

We are currently looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly team in Northampton.

• No out-of-hours or on-call responsibilities
• Choice of 4 x 10-hour days or 5 x 8-hour days
• Saturday shifts on a rota with time off in lieu
• Flexible rota patterns available to support individual circumstances and work-life balance

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

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 and 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 and 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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Up to £65,000 pa DOE