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Veterinary Surgeon – First Opinion & Referral Caseload

Up to £70,000 DOE + attractive benefits
Full-time or Part-time / Permanent

 

 

Are you a confident, experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to take your career to the next level?

Looking to work in a friendly, supportive, and collaborative team?

Keen to develop your surgical and orthopaedic skills in a modern, well-equipped practice?

 

 

This award-winning practice is seeking an ambitious Veterinary Surgeon with excellent interpersonal skills and a drive for excellence to join the team.

 

You should be confident in your abilities, happy to “give things a try,” and motivated to achieve the best outcomes for patients. This is an opportunity to take the next step in your career, with exciting challenges and professional development available.

 

 

Caseload:

 

This stand-alone practice is located on the outskirts of the university town of Loughborough and sees a wide range of medical and surgical cases, including orthopaedic procedures for conditions such as elbow dysplasia, patella luxation, and cruciate ligament injuries.

 

With a surgery certificate holder onsite they are able to accept second-opinion referrals, offering clients more complex in-house surgeries and providing the opportunity for vets to develop their surgical skills. Facilities include a lab, pharmacy, digital X-ray, ops theatre, endoscopy, ultrasound, and a full array of surgical and orthopaedic equipment.

 

 

The practice: 

 

You will be joining a dynamic team of 4 vets, including 2 recent graduates mentored by the head vet, supported by 6 RVNs, 2 SVNs, 5 CCAs, and a Practice Manager. All team members are committed to bringing pets affordable, high-quality care and prides itself on excellent customer service and patient care. You will be encouraged to reach your veterinary career goals while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.

 

Vets are encouraged to take on a mix of operations and consults, expanding their skills and confidence in a collaborative, high-performing environment. Strong communication, daily huddles, and teamwork are highly valued.

 

This role would suit a Veterinary Surgeon who is confident in routine medical and surgical cases, enjoys building relationships with clients and patients, and is looking to grow professionally. 

 

 

What’s in it for you?

  • Salary up to £70,000 (DOE/FTE)

  • Enhanced annual leave 

  • Generous CPD budget, including up to 5 days paid CPD and funding for certificates

  • Paid professional memberships 

  • Exclusive company discounts

 

Requirements:

  • Veterinary degree registrable in the UK (MRCVS)

  • Confidence with routine surgical and medical cases

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Positive, client-focused approach

  • Interest in continued professional development

 

Location

Based in Loughborough, Leicestershire, with easy access to Loughborough town centre and surrounding areas including Shepshed, Mountsorrel, Quorn, Hathern, Sileby, and Barrow upon Soar.

 

 

Want to apply or want more information?

Once you submit your CV, someone will be in contact with feedback and an option for an informal chat within 2 working days.

Feel free to call Compass Associates mainline and ask for Carina Walker, though information will be limited without a CV.

 

 

Recommendations

Compass Associates Ltd are working in partnership on this position. If you are not interested, but know someone who is, we offer £500 vouchers for each successful recommendation.