Small Animal Vet - Independent practice

Veterinary Surgeon - Full-Time, Independent Small Animal Practice

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a new opportunity in a friendly and supportive environment? An experienced Independent Veterinary Practice are expanding and are excited to welcome two small animal vets to a growing team!

Why Join? A proudly independent practice, boasting a large and friendly team of vets, nurses, and receptionists. The practice consists of a purpose-built RCVS accredited hospital and two branch locations. Here’s why you’ll love working there:

• Supportive Team: Work alongside a fantastic mix of experienced and recently qualified vets. That have a collaborative culture where they support each other every day.
• Exciting Caseload: They handle a varied medical and surgical caseload with advanced facilities, including: 7 consultation rooms, 2 operating theatres, a dental suite with dental x-ray, new ultrasound, digital x-ray, endoscopy, hydrotherapy, stance analyser, and more!
• Own OOH Cover: The team provides its own out-of-hours cover, allowing you to experience rewarding emergency cases. The OOH rota is equally shared between 8 vets, with a 'back-up' rota ensuring senior support is always available.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 15-minute consultation slots with breaks for admin or coffee. You’ll also benefit from generous time off in lieu for any out-of-hours shifts worked.
• Continued Learning: Actively encourage CPD and further education, supporting the vets in achieving certificates and diplomas. You’ll be joining a team that already includes 5 certificate holders and 1 diploma holder.

Location:

A small village in Lancashire is within an hour’s reach of the Lake District, Manchester, Liverpool, Wales,

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary starting from £37,722 (for new graduates) and rising with experience
• 32 days of annual leave
• 5 CPD days annually with full support for ongoing education
• Accommodation available for the first 3 months to support relocation
• 1 in 4 weekends, always supported by an experienced director
• Generous time off in lieu for OOH shifts
• Childcare vouchers and a workplace pension
• Social events including nights out and charity events like walking the 3 Peaks!

About You:

Looking for 2 Veterinary Surgeons with at least 2 years of experience (or completion of your vetGDP portfolio). You’ll be a caring, team-oriented individual, ready to join a supportive environment where you can thrive professionally and personally.

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Ability to deliver high-quality care to patients and clients
• Strong teamwork and leadership skills
• Experience supporting nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures
• Commitment to maintaining progressive clinical standards and fostering a positive work culture

Contact | Stephanie.Hellier@gvcvets.com | 01392 793069