Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week) with no out-of-hours commitments and a manageable 1:5 weekend rota. You’ll join Carmarthen Veterinary Centre as part of a collaborative clinical team in a purpose-built, award-winning hospital serving the heart of West Wales.

The role offers a flexible consult and surgery mix, with full support for developing your clinical interests. Whether you’re confident with general surgery and want to deepen that skill set, or prefer consult-only work, the practice is open to tailoring the role to suit you. A surgical background is particularly valued as the team builds its surgical capability. You’ll be encouraged to contribute to clinical discussions and decision-making in a forward-thinking environment.

Carmarthen itself is a historic market town surrounded by beautiful countryside, just a short drive from the Welsh coastline. It’s an ideal location if you value access to nature, beaches, and good local amenities alongside a supportive professional community.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality clinical consultations and general surgical procedures
• Work as part of a team of 8 small animal vets, supporting collaborative case management
• Contribute to the hospital’s caseload of complex orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeries, exotic and wildlife cases
• Participate in clinical discussions and help shape service development
• Support the nursing and wider support team in delivering outstanding patient care
• Engage with ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years’ post-qualification experience as a veterinary surgeon
• Confidence and competence in small animal consultations and general surgery
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative clinical team
• Surgical experience and interest preferred (though not essential)
• Full UK veterinary registration or eligible for registration
• International candidates welcome – visa sponsorship and relocation packages available

Benefits

• Professional support: RCVS and VDS fees covered
• Time off: 5 weeks annual leave, with option to buy or sell up to 4 additional weeks. An extra day’s leave each year during your first 5 years at CVS
• Financial: Individual bonus scheme based on personal productivity, and access to company share-save scheme
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, cycle to work scheme, subsidised gym membership, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Mental health support: Access to First Aid for Mental Health training and Wellbeing Champions across the CVS network (300+ trained staff)
• Perks: Generous pet treatment and product discounts

About the Practice

Carmarthen Veterinary Centre and Hospital is a purpose-built, award-winning multi-discipline practice serving West Wales. The team comprises 8 small animal vets, supported by experienced nursing and administrative staff. The hospital is well-equipped with modern facilities including a recently installed CT scanner, strengthening diagnostic capabilities across the range of cases handled.

The practice holds RCVS accreditation and has been recognised with Outstanding awards for In-patient Service, Client Service, and Good rating for Patient Consultation Service. The team is collaborative, supportive, and genuinely invested in providing outstanding care across a varied caseload including complex orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeries, exotic cases, and wildlife.