Veterinary Surgeon (Surgical)

CVS Group UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time or part-time opportunities

Onsite CT/Imaging facilities

Orthopaedic mentorship

Multidisciplinary support

RCVS & VDS fees paid

Generous CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Job summary

PetMedics Veterinary Hospital in Worsley, Manchester, invites a Certificate-level Veterinary Surgeon to join our AP-led surgical team. The role offers flexibility for full-time or part-time work and a chance to work in a busy referral hospital with an extensive caseload and 24-hour inpatient care.

You will be part of a collaborative surgical service with mentorship from Diplomate Orthopaedic Surgeons, access to onsite CT and advanced imaging, and broad multidisciplinary support across internal

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised Small Animal Surgery Certificate or is due to complete soon.
• Eagerness to work in a referral setting with multidisciplinary support.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Involved in the well-established referral surgical service.
• Potential to include hospital inpatient care and ECC work.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across various specialties.
• Contribute to teaching and mentoring of junior staff.

Skills

Surgical excellence

Team collaboration

CPD-minded

Education

Small Animal Surgery Certificate

Job description

PET Wors0302

Soft Tissue/Orthopaedic Surgeon.

PetMedics Worsley Hospital, Manchester.

Are you looking for a diverse and interesting surgical caseload with multidisciplinary support and 24 hour hospitilsed inpatient care for your cases – We have the job for you!

PetMedics Veterinary Hospital | Full-Time or Part-Time

PetMedics Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Certificate-level Surgeon to join our AP-led surgical team. This position offers flexibility for either full-time or part-time applicants and provides the opportunity to work within a referral hospital with an extensive and varied caseload.

The role will include involvement in the well established referral surgical service, with the option to incorporate surgical bias hospital inpatient care and ECC work depending on your preferred working pattern and clinical interests. As a 24-hour veterinary hospital, we offer access to a broad range of emergency and complex inpatient cases, providing excellent opportunities for both professional development and clinical fulfilment.

Why Join PetMedics?

You will become part of a highly collaborative surgical service, working alongside and supported by an AP referral surgeon and an experienced team nursing surgical team. Our supportive environment encourages case discussion, shared decision-making, and continuous learning.

For surgeons wishing to expand their skillset, there are excellent opportunities for career progression, including on site mentorship in orthopaedics from Diplomate Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Our Hospital

PetMedics Is a Large Referral And Emergency Hospital Where Collaboration Is At The Heart Of Everything We Do. You Will Work Closely With Colleagues Across a Range Of Disciplines, Including

• Internal Medicine
• Cardiology
• Oncology
• Dentistry
• Ophthalmology
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Dermatology

Outstanding Nursing Support

Our large and highly skilled nursing team includes many nurses holding advanced qualifications and certificates. The surgical service is supported by a dedicated surgical nursing team and lead surgical nurse, allowing our surgeons to focus on delivering the highest standards of patient care.

About You

We are seeking a veterinary surgeon who:

• Holds a recognised Small Animal Surgery Certificate or is due to complete a certificate soon.
• Has a passion for surgery and offering high clinical standards.
• Enjoys working within a collaborative referral environment.
• Values multidisciplinary case management and shared expertise.
• Is committed to continuous professional development and clinical excellence.

What We Offer

• Full-time or part-time opportunities.
• Certificate referral caseload.
• Flexible combination of referral, hospital and ECC surgery.
• Orthopaedic mentorship and career progression opportunities.
• Multidisciplinary specialist support.
• Onsite CT and advanced imaging facilities.
• Dedicated surgical nursing support.
• Access to a large and varied emergency and referral caseload.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered
• Up to 33 days holiday (with option to buy/sell)
• CVS Pension Scheme
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food and medications

Supported by an ambitious and forward-thinking leadership team, this role offers a genuine opportunity to help drive and develop our surgical service. We are committed to investing in both our people and our facilities, providing the successful candidate with the support, resources, and autonomy to influence the future direction of the department. Whether your aspirations include growing referral services, expanding your surgical skillset, developing leadership responsibilities, or progressing towards advanced qualifications, we will work with you to create a rewarding and fulfilling career path.

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