Veterinary Surgeon – Surgical Bias

GLG Vets; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-run veterinary practice in East Riding of Yorkshire is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical bias. The role involves running consults, performing surgeries, and collaborating with the nursing team to ensure excellent patient care. Candidates should have MRCVS registration and experience in small-animal practice. Notable benefits include a competitive salary, funded CPD, generous holidays, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

CPD encouraged and funded

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

RCVS/VDS fees paid

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration or eligibility required.
• Experience with routine surgeries and consultations is a must.
• Further certifications welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Run consults and communicate treatment plans.
• Perform routine and advanced soft-tissue surgeries.
• Interpret diagnostics such as digital X-ray and ultrasound.
• Work collaboratively with the nursing team for inpatient care.
• Contribute to a positive practice culture.

Skills

Strong communicator

Calm decision-maker

Comfortable with routine imaging

Team-oriented

Organised and reliable

Education

MRCVS registration (or eligibility)

Experience in UK small-animal first opinion practice

Confidence with routine surgery and consults

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Surgical Bias — Swanland, East Riding of Yorkshire

Overview: Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Veterinary Surgeon – Surgical Bias based in Swanland, East Riding of Yorkshire. Swanland, East Riding of Yorkshire is known for its vibrant high street, friendly locals and easy access to countryside walks and weekend escapes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Run consults with confidence, communicating treatment plans clearly
• Perform routine and some advanced soft‑tissue surgeries
• Interpret diagnostics (digital X‑ray, ultrasound, in‑house lab)
• Work collaboratively with the nursing team to deliver outstanding inpatient care
• Contribute to a positive, learning‑led practice culture

Skills

• Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues
• Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills
• Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics
• Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration (or eligibility)
• Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice
• Confidence with routine surgery and consults
• Further certifications or a desire to pursue them welcomed

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• CPD encouraged and funded, with certificate support considered
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
• RCVS/VDS fees paid (and BSAVA/BVA where applicable)
• Supportive, friendly team culture with real clinical autonomy

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