Veterinary Surgeon

Linnaeus; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Lancaster is seeking a full-time Veterinary Surgeon. The role requires an RCVS registered vet with at least 2 years of experience who is confident in routine surgeries. You will join a collaborative and supportive team focused on providing high-quality care. The practice offers modern facilities, generous annual leave, CPD funding, and opportunities for career progression. Enjoy a balance of consults and surgeries in a friendly work environment.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Life Assurance

Enhanced sickness pay

Cycle to work scheme

Employee wellness program

Qualifications

• RCVS registered with over 2 years of experience.
• Experience in routine surgeries is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care to patients.
• Perform routine surgeries with a manageable workload.
• Consult with clients about their pets' health.

Skills

RCVS registration

2+ years of veterinary experience

Confident with routine surgeries

Friendly and approachable

Team player

Job description

Job Title: Vet erinary Surgeon

Location: Bay Vets, Lancaster - Potential to work at M or eca mbe or Lancaster depending on your preference.

Salary: Up to £65,000 DoE

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: 36 hours per week, with the same day off each week. Plus:

• 1:1 0 Weekends - days only from 8:30-18:00 (from 13:00 on call)
• OOH 1:1 0 - 7 nights on call with no day work, except Saturday morning until 1pm, plus dedicated night nurse in practice to take call and triage patients.

Are you passionate about delivering high standard clinical care, while building lasting relationships with clients and fellow colleagues?

About Us

At Bay Vets, we’re more than a veterinary practice - we’re a close-knit, friendly team with a long-standing reputation for excellence and compassion across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

With four RCVS-accredited small animal sites, including our main 24‑hour site in Lancaster and a CT‑equipped branch in Milnthorpe, we’re proud to offer a full range of services, from routine care to advanced diagnostics and surgery.

Our team includes several certificate holders in surgery, imaging, and medicine, and we’re known for our collaborative, supportive culture. We love teaching, mentoring, and sharing knowledge, and we’re excited to welcome someone who values that same spirit!

The Role

This is a permanent role ideal for an experienced and confident small animal vet who enjoys a good mix of consults and surgery in a friendly, well-supported environment.

You’ll be working alongside 4.5 FTE vets at Lancaster and/or 3 FTE vets at Morecambe and our fantastic nursing and support team. There’s always another vet on site, so you will only be sole charge on weekends and you’ll have access to excellent facilities, experienced colleagues, and a varied caseload.

We also value continuity of care and see our own clients out‑of‑hours.

The role will include:

• A balance of consults and routine surgeries with a manageable workload.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced vets and certificate holders to develop your clinical interests.
• Modern facilities including CT scanner, digital imaging, and advanced surgical suites.
• A supportive and collaborative team inclusive of experienced certificate holders.

About You

We’re looking for a vet who is:

• RCVS registered and 2 years+ experience
• Confident with routine surgeries
• Friendly, approachable, and a genuine team player
• Keen to maintain a healthy balance of consulting and surgical work
• Interested in medicine (a certificate holder would be a bonus, but not essential)

You’ll be joining a team that includes two long‑standing Clinical Directors and colleagues who are always happy to lend a hand. This is a perfect role for someone looking for a warm, stable environment with great support and the chance to build experience in a respected practice.

What we offer

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• External CPD funded
• Extensive free online Linnaeus CPD program
• Career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness pay and Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Recruitment referral reward scheme
• Wellness program including: Employee assistance program, Eyecare voucher scheme , and Free annual Flu jab
• Cycle to work scheme

Bay Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family‑owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long‑term as opposed to being focused solely on short‑term profits.

At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best - care for pets.

We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.

If you would like to apply for the role or for an informal chat to discuss it further, please get in touch with Paige in the recruitment team [e-mail]

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