Surgical Veterinary Surgeon / Advanced Practitioner – Lead Surgical Role – West Yorkshire – £80,000–£100,000 DOE
An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Surgical Veterinary Surgeon or RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Surgery or Orthopaedics to take a leading role in a progressive, well-equipped veterinary hospital — shaping and developing a surgical service with real scope for growth.
About the Practice
This progressive, forward-thinking practice operates from a main veterinary hospital supported by seven branch practices, all working together to deliver the highest standards of patient care. The hospital has an excellent clinical reputation and continually invests in its people, facilities and equipment — including an on-site CT scanner — giving the surgical team everything they need to manage a varied and rewarding caseload.
The team is experienced, collaborative and genuinely ambitious — with a strong multidisciplinary ethos and a real commitment to developing clinical expertise at every level.
About the Role
This is a permanent position available full or part-time, combining advanced surgical and orthopaedic clinical work with genuine leadership responsibility. You'll be the driving force behind the development of the surgical service — working alongside a skilled team and helping shape its future direction.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing the surgical and orthopaedic offering
- Managing a varied and complex surgical and orthopaedic caseload
- Working collaboratively with a skilled multidisciplinary team
- Mentoring and supporting colleagues to develop clinical expertise across the practice
- Contributing to the strategic direction of the surgical service
Why West Yorkshire?
West Yorkshire is a brilliantly connected and vibrant part of the North of England, offering an excellent quality of life at a very affordable cost. The region has strong motorway links via the M1, M62 and M606, and direct train services to Leeds city centre — with Leeds offering fast connections to London Kings Cross in around 2 hours and to Manchester in under an hour. The surrounding area offers a fantastic mix of urban culture and stunning countryside, with the Yorkshire Dales and Peak District both within easy reach. House prices remain very competitive compared to much of the UK, making West Yorkshire a genuinely attractive place to put down roots.
What They're Looking For
They are looking for an RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Surgery or Orthopaedics — or a Veterinary Surgeon with equivalent experience — who has significant experience managing complex surgical cases and is passionate about leadership, mentorship and clinical excellence. A collaborative, ambitious clinician who is genuinely excited about helping grow an established surgical service.
What They Can Offer You
- Salary £80,000–£100,000 DOE
- Full or part-time options considered
- 6.6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
- £1,750 CPD allowance per annum with full training support
- RCVS membership paid plus two additional membership subscriptions and VDS cover
- Health plan covering a wide range of health and wellbeing treatments
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
- Discounted veterinary fees and a wide range of lifestyle and retail discounts
- Cycle to Work scheme and annual pay reviews
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom employer: Chattyvets
Chattyvets in Colchester is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its team members while fostering a collaborative and supportive work culture. With a unique opportunity for Veterinary Surgeons to transition into co-ownership, employees benefit from clinical leadership roles, profit-sharing, and equity growth, all within a community-focused environment that values high standards of care and innovation.
