Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Location Bristol
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £65,000
Contact name: Sophie Gould

Contact email: sophie-paige@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 1124
Published: 12 days ago

Are you a skilled Veterinary Surgeon looking for a varied role with the chance to explore your interests? This standalone practice, located just 20 minutes from Bristol city center, is seeking an experienced vet to join their supportive team.

What’s on Offer?

  • Diverse Caseload: General practice with exposure to internal medicine and diagnostic imaging. A new ultrasound machine is set to arrive in January 2025, offering exciting opportunities for those with an interest in internal medicine.
  • Flexibility: Enjoy a 4-day work week with a set day off (not Monday or Friday), allowing for a great work-life balance.
  • No Weekend Rota: Saturdays are covered by the owner, with no Sundays or bank holidays required.
  • Team Support: Join a welcoming team of 3/4 vets, 3 experienced RVNs, 3 receptionists, and a practice manager.

About the Practice:
This standalone practice is fully equipped with all the tools you'd expect from a thriving city clinic, including x-ray, multi-parameter, capnograph, v-gels, ultrasound, and advanced blood testing machines. It also features separate cat and dog wards, plus a dedicated colleague room for downtime.

Led by experienced practice owners who are onsite daily, the team includes two additional vets and a highly skilled nurse team. Collaboration is key, with regular practice and clinical meetings to ensure everyone feels supported and involved.

About You:

  • A Veterinary Surgeon with 2+ years of UK experience, looking to expand your skills across a broad range of cases.
  • Interested in the opportunity to develop in areas such as internal medicine, with access to advanced diagnostic tools.
On offer: 
  • Salary of up to £65,000 DOE 
  • Visa sponsorship available for candidates already in the UK with prior UK experience.
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Free car parking
  • CPD allowance
  • Support for certificates 
  • Paid memberships
  • And more! 

If you’re looking for a standalone practice that supports your professional growth and values clinical freedom, this could be the perfect role for you.

For a confidential discussion about our opportunities call Sophie on 07519119233 or email a CV to sophie@lloydandcowan.com

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8744 0649.

If you know someone else who may be interested, why not pass this advert on to them. If we successfully place someone, you've referred to us; we'll give you £200 in high street vouchers as a way of saying thank you.

All applications will be treated in the STRICTEST CONFIDENCE.