Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal – Float

Overview

In this role you will deliver high-quality primary care across a network of eight Bristol sites, balancing routine surgery, consulting and occasional sole-charge work. You’ll work with a supportive clinical team focused on patient and client care, continuous development, and cross-site collaboration. You’ll handle inpatient care and urgent cases, contributing to a culture of care, learning, and clinical excellence. This is a growth-oriented opportunity with mentorship and dedicated development resources.

Pay / Benefits

• 6.6 weeks holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical and surgical care, including routine surgeries
• Manage consultations and urgent/emergency appointments
• Cover inpatient/ward duties and investigations as needed
• Work across multiple sites, collaborating with different teams
• Support ongoing development of peers and share knowledge
• Deliver high standards of patient and client care and contribute to clinical culture

Key requirements

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration or eligibility
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills with clients and colleagues
• Proactive learner with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work independently and collaboratively

• communication
• teamwork
• adaptability
• routine medical and surgical capabilities
• consulting and sole-charge work
• inpatient/ward management

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