At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide general practice, inpatient care, and diagnostics for small animals.
- Company: Join a dedicated GP team in County Durham with advanced clinical equipment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6.6 weeks paid holiday, health cash plan, and CPD allowance up to £2,500.
- Other info: No out-of-hours contribution and a 1:6 weekend rota.
- Why this job: Opportunity to develop interests in surgery, ophthalmology, and more within a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in small animal practice is essential; further training supported.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.
Our client is seeking a Small Animal Vet Surgeon to join a dedicated GP team in County Durham. This opportunity is suited to a small animal clinician who enjoys general practice, inpatient care, diagnostics, and the chance to develop further interests such as surgery, ophthalmology, dentistry, imaging, or medicine.
The position offers flexible working hours, no out-of-hours contribution, and access to a highly equipped clinical setting with in-house laboratory support, digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, cystoscopy, laparoscopic equipment, hydrotherapy, and planned CT capability. With certificate holders across several disciplines and support for further training, this is a strong environment for a vet looking to grow within a supportive practice.
Package:- 6.6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
- RCVS membership, two additional memberships, and VDS cover paid
- Health cash plan with wellbeing-related benefits included
- Flexible full-time working pattern with pro-rata options
- No out-of-hours contribution required
- 1:6 weekend rota
- Salary up to £55,000 pro rata, dependent on experience
- CPD allowance from £1,750 to £2,500 per annum
- Further training and certificate development supported
- Company sick pay, annual pay reviews, discounted veterinary fees, and career progression opportunities included
Small Animal Vet Surgeon Job, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England employer: The Vet Service
This practice in Bishop Auckland offers a highly equipped clinical setting with in-house laboratory support. Employees benefit from a health cash plan and generous CPD allowances, fostering professional growth. The team includes certificate holders across various disciplines, ensuring a rich learning environment.