Veterinary Surgeon - Surgical certificate holder - Northumberland
Veterinary Surgeon – Surgical Certificate Holder (Orthopaedics)
Location: Northumberland
Salary: Up to £75,000 DOE + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Take the Next Step in Your Veterinary Career
An RCVS-accredited small animal hospital in Northumberland is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical certificate and a strong interest in orthopaedics to join its dynamic and supportive clinical team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to further develop their orthopaedic caseload within a well-equipped hospital environment that actively supports clinical progression and funded certificates.
About the Practice
Based in a historic market town in Northumberland, this RCVS-accredited small animal hospital provides 24/7 inpatient care and out-of-hours services. The site is easily accessible, with disabled access and on-site parking.
The hospital benefits from:
- Advanced surgical and diagnostic facilities
- Dedicated inpatient care with 24-hour staffing
- Referral dentistry services
- ECC and internal medicine certificate holders
The team is experienced, friendly, and committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care across routine procedures, advanced surgery, and complex medical cases.
The Role – Veterinary Surgeon (Orthopaedics)
This full-time position (40 hours per week) is ideal for a Veterinary Surgeon who:
- Holds a surgical certificate (or is working towards one)
- Has a strong interest in orthopaedics
- Is confident managing a varied surgical caseload
- Enjoys working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Is committed to high clinical standards and ongoing professional development
The hospital actively encourages certificate holders and will support further CPD and career progression.
Salary & Relocation Support
- Up to £75,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
- Relocation allowance available
- Visa sponsorship and visa cost support available
This role offers the opportunity to enjoy both clinical progression and lifestyle balance, with easy access to stunning coastline, countryside, and major cities including Newcastle upon Tyne and Edinburgh.
Benefits Package
The successful Veterinary Surgeon will receive access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Dedicated CPD allowance and internal learning programmes
- Funded certificates and career development pathways
- RCVS and VDS fees covered
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing initiatives with access to 280+ wellbeing champions
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discounted private medical insurance (available after one month)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Fertility treatment and pregnancy loss policies
- Extended sick pay
- 8 weeks’ pay to support exceptional life events
- “Giving Back Day” – paid volunteering opportunity
- Discounted veterinary treatment for personal pets
Why Join This Team?
This is more than just a Veterinary Surgeon job — it is an opportunity to join a sociable, welcoming team that values individuality, flexibility, and professional growth. Regular social events, team outings, and dog walks reflect a genuinely supportive culture.
Veterinary Surgeons looking to develop their orthopaedic expertise within a progressive small animal hospital environment are encouraged to apply.
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