Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - 12 Months Fixed Term Contract

British Veterinary Association; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their busy 24/7 hospital in Bristol. This role offers a 12-month fixed-term contract with flexible working hours, including options for a four-day workweek. The organization emphasizes personal growth and development, providing support for further training and certifications. You will work alongside a team of over 30 experienced professionals in a well-equipped facility, ensuring clinical excellence and compassionate care. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, this position offers generous annual leave, private medical insurance, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Family-friendly policies

CPD allowance

Paid CPD leave

Certificate support

Company pension scheme

Pet treatment discounts

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a focus on surgery and consultations.
• Experience in a busy veterinary hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cover all shift aspects including consultations, inpatients, and surgeries.
• Provide compassionate patient care and support to the veterinary team.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Consultations

Patient Care

Education

Veterinary Degree

Tools

Digital X-ray

CT Scanner

MRI

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Job description

The Rowe Veterinary Group is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a 12-month Fixed-term contract at our busy 24/7 hospital in Bristol, covering all shift aspects including consultations, inpatients, and surgeries.

About Rowe Veterinary Group

We emphasize coaching and development, encouraging personal growth with support for further training and certificates. Our collaborative culture fosters idea sharing and mutual support. Many vets hold certificates in medicine and surgery; we also support new graduates and EMS students, giving back to the veterinary community.

Join Our Well-Equipped Sites

Our tier 3 RCVS-accredited hospital features digital X-ray, dental X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy, and more. We pride ourselves on clinical excellence and compassionate patient care. You will join a team of over 30 Veterinary Surgeons, experienced nurses, and supportive staff.

Find Your Future with Us

Our practices include experienced Vet and Nursing teams, with ongoing training opportunities for student veterinary nurses. Our clinical teams are supported by efficient reception staff. We are committed to staff development and career growth. Our practices across North Bristol and South Gloucestershire offer town and rural settings with advanced facilities and a 24/7 hospital in Bristol.

Work/Life Balance

We offer flexible rota patterns and working hours to support your work-life balance, including a four-day workweek with three full days and a short day, with options for part-time schedules. We are open to discussing rota arrangements that suit you.

Our Commitment to Our Employees

We value our people and invest in their wellbeing and development, offering:

• 6.6 weeks annual leave including bank holidays and additional birthday leave
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Family-friendly policies and wellbeing initiatives

Development benefits include a CPD allowance, paid CPD leave, certificate support, access to the IVC Evidensia Academy, Vetlexicon, research funding, and Care Fund contributions.

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Schemes for greener commuting
• Voluntary benefits and retail discounts
• Pet treatment discounts at IVC practices

We are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during recruitment.