Are you an experienced first opinion GP vet looking to work in a hospital environment with outstanding facilities, a collaborative team, and a strong focus on clinical development? This role at a leading RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital in South Wales offers a fantastic balance of GP practice with hospital-level resources, allowing you to work up cases fully and thrive in a supportive, progressive team.
Why This Role Stands Out
This is a first opinion GP role within a hospital setting, meaning you get the best of both worlds—continuity of care with your own clients, while also having access to specialist equipment, 24/7 inpatient care, and an ECC team. The environment actively encourages collaboration between GP and referral teams, allowing vets to manage cases thoroughly with hospital-level diagnostics and surgical facilities at their disposal.
State-of-the-Art Hospital Facilities:
- 24/7 inpatient care with a dedicated team
- CT Scanner & advanced ultrasonography
- Endosurgery and minimally invasive surgery facilities
- Extensive in-house blood analysis equipment (including TEG, blood gases)
- Dedicated theatres for orthopaedic, soft tissue, and exotic surgery
- Separate ECC wards
- Dental suite, hydrotherapy, and physiotherapy services
The Role:
- Salary up to £60,000 (pro rata, dependent on experience)
- Full-time (part-time considered)
- 4-day week with one 9-hour weekend shift every 5 weeks (Sat OR Sun)
- One bank holiday shift per year
- No on-call – fully staffed dedicated night service
- Certificate study fully supported
Who We’re Looking For:
- A confident, experienced GP vet looking for a hospital-based first opinion role
- Someone who enjoys case continuity, working in a high-standard clinical environment
- A team player who is happy to mentor and support colleagues
- A vet who thrives in a progressive, well-equipped setting with access to advanced diagnostics
What’s On Offer?
- 6.6 weeks holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with the option to buy/sell leave
- Sick pay – 2 weeks full pay, 4 weeks half pay
- £1,750 CPD budget & 5 days CPD leave
- VDS & RCVS fees covered
- Two additional professional memberships paid (e.g. BSAVA)
- 50% off veterinary services and cost-price products
- Enhanced maternity/paternity cover
- Paid volunteering day
- Health insurance & life insurance
- Relocation allowance available (for direct applicants)
- Cycle to Work Scheme & employee discounts
The Location – Work in a Beautiful & Vibrant Area
Based in South Wales, this hospital is situated in an area offering the best of city, coastal, and countryside living. With Cardiff’s vibrant city centre nearby, plus access to coastal towns, the Brecon Beacons, and renowned mountain biking trails, this is a great location for those who enjoy outdoor activities alongside a strong veterinary career.
For a confidential discussion about our opportunities, call Sophie on 07519119233 or email a CV to sophie@lloydandcowan.com.