Veterinary Surgeon – First Opinion
South Manchester
Full-Time (4-Day Week) | Ad-Hoc Evenings & Weekends | No On-Call
Join a team that puts people, pets, and progress at the heart of everything they do.
My client are on the lookout for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking team. With a strong clinical caseload, Tier 3 hospital facilities, and in-house referrals, this is a fantastic opportunity to deliver top-tier veterinary care and take your career to the next level.
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About the Role
• First opinion role with a 4-day working week
• Some ad-hoc evening shifts (5pm–11pm) and weekend work on a fair rota
• No on-call duties – their own 24-hour hospital handles emergency care
• Occasional sole charge, so prior experience is essential
You’ll work across a 7-branch group, supported by a talented team of vets, nurses, and a multi-disciplinary, certificate-holding referral team. Offering an exciting, varied caseload and the opportunity to work cases up to the highest standards.
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What You’ll Have Access To
You’ll benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and resources, including:
• Advanced diagnostic imaging – CT scanner, visiting MRI
• Doppler echocardiography and full ultrasound suite
• Direct digital radiography and dental radiography
• Flexible and rigid endoscopy
• Laparoscopy, fluoroscopy & electrocautery
• Advanced anaesthesia monitoring
• In-house lab and comprehensive support from their OOH and referral hospital
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This practice don’t just talk about excellence – they invest in it. With:
• Progressive and team-focused, with a strong culture of support and respect
• Proudly independent thinking, with clinical freedom and engaged client relationships
• Passionate about career development – certificates are funded and actively encouraged
They’re also located in a fantastic part of the UK, close to the Peak District and Lake District, with great transport links and a quick train ride to central Manchester – perfect for both nature lovers and city dwellers.
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Your Benefits
• 6.6 weeks holiday, including bank holidays
• RCVS and BSAVA fees paid
• Generous CPD budget with certificate funding
• Healthshield – contributions to health & wellbeing services
• Employee-funded private medical insurance (discounted)
• Enhanced parental leave and buy/sell holiday options
• Cycle to work scheme and generous pet discount
• VDS cover for the clinical team
• No on-call, with our own in-house OOH and referral teams
• Pension scheme
• Long service and employee appreciation awards
• Flexible working options supported
Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job.
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