Dental Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

Join Calder Vets Dewsbury as a Dental Veterinary Surgeon and take the lead on high-level first opinion dentistry and advanced surgical cases. You’ll work four days a week plus one Saturday in four—a manageable schedule that respects your work-life balance, with no overnight on-call duties since the site runs a separate night team. Bank holidays are typically allocated on a voluntary basis with time off in lieu.

The dental suite is comprehensively equipped for everything from routine procedures to complex surgeries. You’ll be supported by a specialist dental nurse and an experienced RVN team, working alongside other first opinion clinicians when needed. The hospital is town-centre based in Dewsbury with excellent public transport links, yet close to countryside and just minutes from Leeds and Wakefield—ideal if you’re considering a move to Yorkshire.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead advanced dentistry cases in a dedicated, fully equipped dental suite
• Perform high-level first opinion procedures and specialist surgical interventions
• Support first opinion cases across the 24-hour Tier III accredited hospital as needed
• Conduct evening consultation clinics
• Work collaboratively with a specialist dental nurse and experienced RVN team
• Contribute to a practice that holds Outstanding status across all Practice Standards Award Scheme categories

Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (MRCVS)
• Strong dental bias or demonstrable advanced experience in dentistry
• The ideal candidate would have, or be studying towards, a dental certification, although consideration would be given towards someone with strong experience in the field
• Willingness to engage with CPD and ongoing professional development
• Full-time or part-time availability considered for the right candidate

Benefits

• Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience), plus £2,500 welcome bonus
• Time Off: 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave
• Professional Support: RCVS & VDS fees paid; £2,000 CPD allowance per annum; 4 days per year to attend events; access to comprehensive Linnaeus CPD programme including certificate holder level training
• Facilities & Equipment: Brand new CT scanner, top-spec ultrasonography and radiography on site
• Wellbeing: Employee assistance programme, eyecare voucher scheme, free annual flu jab, cycle to work scheme, e-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Career Development: Career progression opportunities within a 6,000+ associate network; access to specialists and international development prospects
• Additional Perks: Staff discount schemes, life assurance, enhanced sickness pay, enhanced equal family leave, recruitment referral reward scheme

About the Practice

Calder Vets Dewsbury is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the world’s largest family-owned veterinary company. The practice operates as a 24-hour Tier III accredited hospital serving the local community and regional referrals, with a team of experienced clinicians and nursing staff. The practice has been awarded Outstanding in all categories of the Practice Standards Award Scheme and is equipped with modern diagnostic and surgical facilities.

Linnaeus is committed to creating a better world for pets, starting with a better world for its people. The organisation fosters an inclusive, diverse culture where associates are empowered to speak up, step up, and deliver quality care. With a global network of specialists, comprehensive wellbeing support, and genuine long-term thinking (as a privately owned business), Linnaeus offers genuine opportunity for professional growth and work-life balance.