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About the Role & Practice
We are seeking a residency-trained or board-certified (ECVS/ACVS) Soft Tissue Surgeon to join our growing specialist-led team at Swift Referrals in Wetherby. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a collaborative multidisciplinary referral hospital with a strong reputation for clinical excellence across Northern and Central England.
Swift Referrals is a multidisciplinary small animal referral practice offering services in internal medicine, oncology, soft tissue surgery and orthopaedic surgery, alongside a first opinion out-of-hours service for neighbouring practices.
As our Soft Tissue Referral Surgeon, you will work alongside an experienced team of specialists and hospital clinicians, jointly managing a varied and rewarding soft tissue caseload. Procedures undertaken within the hospital include thoracotomies, BOAS procedures, complex abdominal surgeries including gall‑bladder mucoceles, oncological resections, reconstructive skin flaps and more. Participation in both in‑house and external CPD is strongly encouraged.
We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional clinical standards and customer service, while fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment with a strong team ethos.
How You'll Make a Difference
* Manage a varied and complex soft tissue referral caseload
* Deliver advanced surgical procedures and maintain high standards of patient care
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary referral environment
* Provide clinical advice and support to referring veterinary practices
* Support and mentor colleagues through collaboration and knowledge sharing
* Contribute positively to the continued growth and development of the soft tissue service
As the service continues to grow, there is a genuine opportunity for the right individual to progress into a Head of Service role, supporting the continued development and future direction of the soft tissue team and, as the hospital continues to expand, involvement in orthopaedic cases will broaden clinical exposure.
A 4‑day working week (10‑hour shifts, 8 am‑6 pm) offers a strong work‑life balance, alongside participation in a shared on‑call rota currently structured as two nights per week and one in three weekends. With a dedicated out‑of‑hours team in place, this commitment is primarily to provide support to hospital clinicians rather than routine on‑site attendance. Flexible working requests will also be considered where possible.
Location
Swift Referrals is based in Wetherby, ideally situated with excellent access to Leeds, York and Harrogate. The location also offers easy access to the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors and the North East coastline, providing an excellent balance between city connectivity and outdoor lifestyle opportunities.
You Might Be a Great Fit If…
* Veterinary degree with RCVS registration
* Residency-trained, board-certified (ECVS/ACVS) or board‑eligible status
* Significant experience in soft tissue surgery within a referral setting
* Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, referring vets and multidisciplinary teams
* A collaborative, supportive and team‑focused approach
* A commitment to evidence‑based practice, clinical governance and continuous improvement
How We’ll Support You
* The opportunity to work within a well‑supported referral hospital environment with complex and rewarding caseloads
* Support to maintain Specialist or Advanced Practitioner status and remain at the forefront of clinical practice
* Funded learning and development, including access to IVC Academy training centres and specialist programmes
* Generous CPD allowance of £2,000 and 40 hours CPD leave
* Certificates and further study encouraged and funded
* Access to Vetlexicon and research funding opportunities
* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
* A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, learning and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
* 7.2 weeks annual leave including bank holidays (increasing allowance based on length of service)
* Birthday paid day off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family‑friendly policies including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental and surrogacy pay
* Company pension scheme
* BVA membership and VDS cover
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Green Car salary sacrifice scheme
* Discounted gym membership and wellbeing initiatives
* Voluntary benefits and retailer cashback offers
* Discounted staff pet care
* Service‑related company sick pay
* Sponsorship available for overseas candidates where applicable
Equipment & Facilities
* 128‑slice CT and 1.5 Tesla MRI
* Dedicated soft tissue and orthopaedic theatres
* Full endoscopy suite
* Digital radiography and ultrasonography
* Fully stocked in‑house laboratory
* Large intensive care facility with 24/7 veterinary and nursing supervision
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