Job Description
Dental Veterinary Surgeon (Small Animal) – East Yorkshire – Up to £65,000
An independent, small animal veterinary practice in East Yorkshire is seeking a Dental Veterinary Surgeon to join its growing team across two sites in Bridlington and Driffield. This is an excellent opportunity for a vet with a strong interest or certification in veterinary dentistry to develop and lead this area within a well-equipped, forward-thinking practice.
The Practice
The practice operates from two busy locations, including a purpose-built veterinary hospital in Bridlington and a well-established branch in Driffield.
Both sites are equipped with modern veterinary technology, including:
* Diagnostic ultrasound
* Digital X-ray
* In-house laboratory facilities
The Bridlington site also offers:
* CT scanner
* Endoscopy suite
* Fully equipped laparoscopic, orthopaedic and dental theatres
In addition, the practice provides its own out-of-hours (OOH) emergency service, supporting both internal clients and multiple local practices.
A dedicated rehabilitation centre is based at the Bridlington site, featuring:
* Underwater treadmill
* 6m x 4m hydrotherapy pool
* Physiotherapy and rehabilitation consultation facilities
The Team
The successful candidate will join a collaborative and supportive team of:
* 16 Veterinary Surgeons, including certificate holders in diagnostic imaging, surgery and medicine
* A skilled team of Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs), including certificate holders
* A busy nurse training practice environment
* A dedicated client care team
* Specialist rehabilitation and OOH teams
The practice actively supports continuing professional development (CPD) and further certifications.
The Role – Dental Veterinary Surgeon
This role is ideal for a Veterinary Surgeon with:
* A certificate in veterinary dentistry, or
* Ongoing study towards a dental qualification, or
* Strong practical experience in small animal dentistry and oral surgery
The dental suite is fully equipped to support:
* Advanced first opinion dentistry
* Complex dental and oral surgical procedures
* Staged dental workflows
This position offers the opportunity to develop and expand dental services within the practice.
Working Pattern & Salary
* Full-time: 4 days per week
* Weekend rota with time off in lieu
* Flexible or part-time working options considered
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience and hours)
Practice Values
The practice is built on four core values:
* Compassion
* Commitment
* Integrity
* Teamwork
It combines a modern clinical approach with a strong focus on client care and team wellbeing, fostering an inclusive and supportive working environment.
The Opportunity
This is a unique opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for dentistry to take a leading role in advancing dental services within a progressive, independent practice.
How to Apply
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com
You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.
To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: JOB-57989