Veterinary Surgeon - Somerset

Purosearch; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Somerset is seeking a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join their thriving team. With state-of-the-art facilities and support for professional growth, this opportunity offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum and generous benefits including annual leave, CPD allowance, and career progression opportunities. Enjoy the beautiful countryside while working in a supportive, sociable environment.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous CPD allowance

Employee discounts

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Confident in routine consultations and surgery.
• Desire to grow professionally supported by experienced staff.
• Excellent communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care and perform surgeries.
• Work with a supportive team of vets and nurses.
• Ensure high standards of patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Confidence in routine consultations

Ability to work within a team

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Somerset

Join a thriving 24 vet team with certificate holders in Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, and Feline Medicine, supported by a visiting Ophthalmology Diplomate.

Work with state-of-the-art facilities including laparoscopic surgery, CT, ultrasound, orthopaedics, digital and dental x-ray, laser therapy, and Cat Friendly ISFM accreditation across all sites.

Be part of a progressive, supportive practice that also runs its own out-of-hours emergency service, ensuring excellent continuity of care and varied caseloads.

Enjoy a fantastic location on the Somerset/Wiltshire border with easy access to Bath, Bristol, Salisbury, the Cotswolds and the south coast, plus a competitive salary of up to £60,000 DOE and a generous benefits package.

Are you a passionate Veterinary Surgeon seeking your next adventure? This thriving, forward thinking, and progressive practice in the heart of Somerset offers the perfect opportunity to grow your career while working with a warm, supportive, and sociable team.

The practice is home to a talented team of 24 Vets, including certificate holders in Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, and Feline Medicine, alongside a visiting Ophthalmology Diplomate. Interests across the team range from orthopaedics, ECC, and exotics to dentistry, ultrasound, and laparoscopic surgery.

Facilities are truly state-of-the-art, featuring well-equipped consult rooms, operating theatres offering laparoscopic neutering, isolation units, onsite laboratory, ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray, orthopaedic services, and even laser therapy.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be confident in routine consultations, surgery, and working within a team. However, if there are areas you’d like to build your confidence, you’ll find fantastic support from an experienced group of vets and nurses. Excellent communication skills, a desire to grow, and RCVS registration are essential.

Location

Location is another huge plus – based on the beautiful Somerset and Wiltshire border, you’ll have the stunning countryside on your doorstep while being within easy reach of Bath, Bristol, Salisbury, the Cotswolds, and the south coast.

The Rota and Benefits

This is a full-time position.

• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays & a day for your birthday!
• Salary up to £60,000 DOE per annum
• Generous CPD allowance
• RCVS & VDS fees covered
• Career progression opportunities
• Enhanced family policies
• Employee discounts
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Pension scheme

Note: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.