Veterinary surgeon vacancy, 24 hour hospital, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Bright Leaf Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary recruitment firm in Sheffield is seeking an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to provide first opinion care and join a dedicated team at a 24-hour small animal hospital. The position offers a competitive salary, generous holidays, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Salary of £37,500 – £67,500

6.6 weeks paid holiday

CPD allowance of £1,750

RCVS membership paid

Enhanced parental leave

Health Shield contributions

Employee wellbeing focus

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and committed to veterinary care.
• Experience in first opinion practice preferred.
• Ability to work in a team with a wide range of specialties.

Responsibilities

• Work in a well-equipped, RCVS-accredited hospital offering 24/7 care.
• Be part of a dedicated team with specialties.
• Develop skills alongside experienced professionals.

Skills

Passion for patient care

Commitment to working in a 24-hour practice

UK driving license

Job description

Overview

We are working with a client in Sheffield who are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Veterinary Surgeon to join a close-knit team at a fully equipped, busy small animal veterinary hospital. As a first opinion practice with 24-hour emergency care, they offer you the opportunity to see your cases progress from start to finish. The team includes experienced professionals, such as peripatetic orthopedic surgeons, a cardiologist, and veterinary surgeons with advanced qualifications in surgery, ophthalmology, dermatology, and medicine. They carry out complex surgeries including BOAS, ear canal ablations, ruptured hernia repairs, and advanced orthopedic procedures.

In a typical full-time working week, you’ll work 36-37.5 hours across both main hospital and a branch site. Your shifts will include 8-10 hour day shifts with a paid 30-minute lunch, and you will also participate in the on-call rota, covering weekdays and weekends (on-call from home with a nurse on-site), all on a flexible shift basis. They are also open to part-time applicants who would like to participate in the on-call rota.

Responsibilities

• Work in a well-equipped, independent, RCVS-accredited hospital offering 24/7 inpatient and emergency care.
• Be part of a super-friendly, dedicated team with a wide range of specialties.
• Develop your skills alongside highly experienced professionals.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about patient care and committed to working in a 24-hour, first-opinion small animal practice.
• UK driving license required.

What They Offer

• Salary: £37,500 – £67,500 FTE depending on experience
• 6.6 weeks paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• £1,750 CPD allowance per year
• RCVS membership paid
• Two additional membership subscriptions
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Health Shield contributions for a wide range of treatments
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company sick pay
• A focus on employee wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities

How to Apply

If you’re looking to join a team that values patient care, provides a great work-life balance, and offers excellent professional development, they’d love to hear from you! To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please contact [e-mail] or call 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons like you in finding the ideal job.

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Bright Leaf Recruitment has been successfully placing highly skilled Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and veterinary nurses in great roles across the United Kingdom, Dubai, and Australia since 2010. Trust our expertise and industry knowledge to help you find the perfect match for your career goals. Contact us today and take the next step towards a fulfilling career as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon.