Veterinary Surgeon

Company: Vetted Recruitment Limited – The Clinical Recruiter
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Location: Dorset
Job Description:

Veterinary Surgeon – modern, purpose-designed facility

Location: Dorset

Salary: £45,000 to £60,000

Are you a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for small animal care? This role offers a unique chance to join a thriving team where your skills and expertise will be highly valued. Imagine working in a modern, purpose-designed facility equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, and an in-house laboratory, all while being supported by a compassionate nursing and client care team. This is the perfect environment for a veterinary professional who is confident in managing their own cases and enjoys both medicine and surgery.

The role involves a varied small animal first-opinion caseload, encompassing both routine soft tissue surgery and more complex medical cases. The position requires someone who is comfortable working sole charge when necessary and is eager to build lasting relationships with clients and their pets. The supportive team environment ensures that you will have the resources and encouragement needed to develop your own clinical interests. The team consists of 2 experienced Vets, 1 new graduate, 3 RVN’s, 2 SVN (about to qualify) and 5 admin/client care assistants.

Key duties and responsibilities:

– Manage a varied small animal first-opinion caseload

– Perform routine soft tissue surgeries

– Conduct medical examinations and treatments

– Utilize digital X-ray, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory facilities

– Work collaboratively with a supportive nursing and client care team

– Participate in Saturday work on a rota basis

– No out-of-hours work required

Skills and experience:

– Proven experience as a small animal Veterinary Surgeon

– Confidence in managing own cases independently

– Proficiency in both medicine and surgery

– Ability to work sole charge when required

– Strong communication skills for building client relationships

– Commitment to high standards of patient care

Salary and benefits:

– £45,000 to £60,000

– 6.6 weeks holiday + birthday off

– Comprehensive staff discount

– Free parking

– Unlimited CDP

– Memberships paid

Working schedule:

– 8.30am to 6.30pm Mon to Fri (early finish if no admin) 8.30am to 12.30pm on rota basis

– No OOH

This role is ideal for a veterinary professional who takes pride in their work and is eager to become an integral part of a close-knit community. The hiring business is committed to fostering a supportive and enriching work environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

If you are ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and become part of a dedicated team, apply now to join this exceptional practice. Your expertise and passion for animal care will make a significant impact.

For more information or to apply contact Emma McGee on:

Phone: 07444223408

Email: emma@vettedrecruitment.co.uk

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Posted: September 21st, 2026