Veterinary Surgeon
Portsmouth | £50,000– £62,000 including allowances | Full Time, Permanent
An exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established charity hospital
GVC are delighted to be assisting a highly respected veterinary charity with the recruitment of a Veterinary Surgeon to join their collaborative hospital team in Portsmouth.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vet looking for a varied caseload, excellent surgical exposure and a clear pathway for professional development, while making a genuine difference to pets and owners who need support.
The Role
You’ll enjoy a great mix of consultations and surgery, working with a diverse caseload and gaining hands‑on experience across routine, complex and emergency cases.
Surgical exposure can include:
- Soft tissue surgery, including pyometras, cystotomies, enterotomies, enucleations and caesarean sections
- Orthopaedic procedures including cruciate repairs, FHNEs, hip reductions and fracture management
- Dentistry, including routine and major surgical extractions
- Emergency and complex surgical case management
- Opportunities to develop advanced skills in soft tissue, orthopaedic, ophthalmic and reconstructive surgery
There is also a structured Veterinary Surgeon Skills Development Framework, with annual reviews and a clear pathway for career progression and salary development.
About You
We’re looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys a varied role and is committed to delivering excellent patient and client care.
You’ll ideally have:
- MRCVS registration
- At least 12 months’ UK small animal experience
- A confident and pragmatic approach to clinical decision-making
- A genuine interest in developing your surgical skills
- The ability to work effectively within a busy, collaborative team
- Good communication and computer skills
The Hospital
You’ll be joining a highly collaborative and supportive hospital where teamwork, case discussion and shared learning are encouraged.
The modern hospital is well equipped with:
- Separate dog and cat kennelling
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- Endoscopy
- Piped gases
- Extensive orthopaedic equipment
Salary & Benefits
- £50,000– £62,000 including allowances
- 37.5 hours per week
- 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days
- 5 days CPD and £1,000 annual CPD allowance
- RCVS fees paid
- Extensive internal CPD and development opportunities
- Generous pension contributions, starting at 5% and rising to 10%
- Private medical cover and 24/7 wellbeing support
- Life assurance at 4x annual salary
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Flexible working options
- Staff discounts and veterinary benefits
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