Vet Surgeon in a 24/7 hospital

About the Role

This is a permanent position in a well-established small animal hospital and emergency service clinic, where you’ll have access to cutting-edge diagnostic and surgical technology while being mentored by an experienced clinical team. The hospital operates 24/7, but the practice is genuinely flexible on rota patterns: full-time, part-time, or weekend-only options are all available—you just need to commit to the weekend rota (either 1:2 for full-time, 1:4 for part-time, or weekends only).

Founded in 2002, Barnsley Vets for Pets has evolved into a centre of excellence recognised by the RCVS for outstanding care. You’ll work alongside 15 veterinary surgeons (including their dedicated OOH team), 24 RVNs, and a broader clinical support team, meaning you’re never isolated and always have senior colleagues to discuss cases with.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage routine surgical and medical cases with confidence and a high standard of workup
• Handle a diverse caseload across first-opinion and referral cases within the same hospital setting
• Collaborate with the 15-strong veterinary team and 24 RVNs on complex and interesting cases
• Participate in the weekend rota system as agreed (full-time, part-time, or weekend-only)
• Engage with specialist services offered by the practice, including neurosurgery, orthopaedics, minimally invasive surgery, stem cell therapy, and chemotherapy
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and professional development

Requirements

• Qualified veterinary surgeon (RCVS registered)
• Confident handling of routine surgical and medical cases
• Keen interest in managing diverse caseloads to a high diagnostic and treatment standard
• Commitment to excellent client service and collaborative teamwork
• Flexibility to join the weekend rota (details negotiable based on your preference)
• Willingness to pursue professional development—new graduates and experienced vets seeking certificate qualifications are equally welcome

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous CPD allowance to support professional development and specialist qualifications
• Contributory pension scheme
• Paid memberships: RCVS, BVA, and VDS
• Access to advanced medical technology: CT scanner, rigid and flexible endoscopes, ultrasound machines
• Mentorship and support from an experienced 15-strong clinical team
• Flexible working patterns—full-time, part-time, or weekend-only roles available

About the Practice

Barnsley Vets for Pets Hospital is an RCVS-recognised outstanding small animal hospital and emergency services clinic, locally owned and operated since 2002. The practice has earned five outstanding RCVS awards and provides comprehensive 24/7 care to the community. The hospital combines first-opinion and referral cases in a seamlessly integrated service, meaning every team member gains exposure to both routine and advanced clinical work. With CT, endoscopy, and ultrasound on-site, along with specialist services in neurosurgery, orthopaedics, minimally invasive surgery, stem cell therapy, and chemotherapy, the practice attracts interesting cases and ambitious vets.

The team includes 15 veterinary surgeons, 24 registered veterinary nurses, 3 student veterinary nurses, 5 animal care assistants, and a strong non-clinical support team. The culture emphasises supporting colleagues at all career stages—whether you’re a new graduate seeking mentorship or an experienced vet pursuing advanced qualifications.