Veterinary Surgeon - Visa Sponsorship

Are you an Veterinary Surgeon looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? 

Imagine joining a practice where your ideas are not only welcomed but actively encouraged, and where you have the opportunity to shape its future rather than just fitting into someone else’s vision. This is your chance to be part of something special.

Three years ago, a dedicated vet founded an independent practice with a mission to provide exceptional patient care, invest in its people, and offer local pet owners the service they deserve. Today, this thriving, RCVS-accredited practice boasts a team of five vets, a fantastic nursing team, its own out-of-hours service, and exciting expansion plans.

Why join now? The practice is evolving rapidly, with investments in new facilities and equipment, including a CT scanner and endoscopy equipment, and the addition of new services to treat more patients locally. The modern facilities include digital radiography, ultrasound, an in-house laboratory with inVue 3D cytology, and a dedicated dental suite with Adaptix 3D dental radiography. A visiting orthopaedic specialist allows for increasingly complex procedures to be performed in-house, and soon, even spinal surgeries will be possible.

All interests can be supported here, they will support you to grow it. From surgery, orthopaedics, diagnostic imaging and internal medicine to dentistry, exotics or any another clinical interest. This practice are keen to develop their services around the interests and expertise of our team. If you already hold a certificate—or would like to study towards one—then this is the place! 

Key duties and responsibilities:
- Support the day-to-day management of the veterinary team
- Mentor colleagues and contribute to clinical standards
- Play an active role in the practice’s development
- Manage a varied GP caseload
- Provide out-of-hours care on a rotational basis

Skills and experience:
- Veterinary Surgeon confident in managing a varied GP caseload with at least one year of clinical experience.
- Interest in developing a clinical specialty, with support for certificate studies
- Strong team player with a passion for high-quality patient care
- Enthusiastic about contributing to the practice’s growth and development

The role offers a competitive salary of up to £80,000 DOE, 7.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays, a generous CPD allowance with full certificate support, and paid professional memberships (RCVS & VDS). The practice is located in Cumbria on the edge of the Lake District, offering a fantastic lifestyle with beautiful beaches and nature reserves. Visa Sponsorship available for overseas candidates.

If you’re ready to bring your ideas, enthusiasm, and clinical expertise to a practice that’s genuinely going places, it’s time to take the next step in your career. Apply now and help shape the future of this exceptional practice.

For further information, an informal chat, or to apply, please email Debbie Loding at Debbie@vettedrecruitment.co.uk or 07384 551799 today.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

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