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Join an award-winning, multi-disciplinary veterinary hospital in Swindon

An outstanding opportunity awaits an experienced Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for surgery to join the dynamic team at a renowned, award‑winning veterinary hospital.

• Surgical Focus – Opportunity to develop and showcase advanced surgical skills, with support for a Surgical Certificate
• State‑of‑the‑Art Facilities – Access to cutting‑edge equipment including CT scanner, ultrasound, x‑ray suites, extensive theatres, dentistry suite, and a full laboratory
• Collaborative, Multi‑Disciplinary Team – Work alongside 13 experienced vets and specialists in Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Surgery, ECC, and Neurology
• Flexible, Supportive Schedule – 40‑hour week over 4 days, 1‑in‑8 weekend rota, and minimal on‑call thanks to a dedicated ECC team
• Excellent Package & Career Development – Up to £65k salary DOE, funded CPD, relocation support, and numerous staff benefits for both professional growth and wellbeing

This hospital delivers exceptional care across the spectrum—from routine consultations to emergency treatment and advanced referrals. The dedicated multi‑disciplinary team includes specialists in Cardiology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Surgery, ECC, and Neurology, supported by state‑of‑the‑art facilities: CT scanner, ultrasound and x‑ray suites, extensive operating theatres, a dentistry suite, and a fully equipped laboratory.

Operating 24/7, the hospital provides both emergency services and routine small‑animal primary care, working closely with referral and ECC departments while maintaining distinct teams and workflows.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative group of 13 veterinary surgeons who value open communication, teamwork, and regular case discussions. The role is primarily hospital‑based, with rotations through consulting‑only branches. Opportunities abound beyond clinical work—whether mentoring new graduates, contributing to the Green Team’s sustainability projects, or helping organise the hospital’s lively social events.

• Hours: 40 per week, 4‑day week
• Weekend rota: 1 in 8 (with two lieu days the following week)
• On‑call: Minimal, thanks to an onsite ECC team

• Confident in all aspects of general practice, including surgery and medicine
• Ideally holds or is working toward a Surgical Certificate
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Positive, proactive, and team‑oriented

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE
• 5 weeks’ holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave
• Relocation package available
• RCVS & VDS fees covered
• Funded external CPD and clear career progression pathways
• Staff discount schemes and enhanced sickness pay
• Enhanced Equal Family leave for birth/adoption
• E‑car salary sacrifice scheme and cycle‑to‑work programme
• Recruitment referral rewards, eyecare vouchers, and free annual flu jab

This is a rare chance to combine a strong surgical focus with the support of a multi‑disciplinary hospital that champions professional growth and work‑life balance.

Applications are invited from motivated veterinary surgeons ready to thrive in a collaborative, forward‑thinking environment.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

And don’t forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-55262