Veterinary Referral Clinician – Orthopaedic Surgeon

About the Role

This is a full-time permanent position offering 40 hours across 4 days, with a 1:3 on-call commitment—meaningful work-life balance in a specialist surgical role. You’ll join frank. Pet Surgeons’ dedicated orthopaedic team in Leeds, where you’ll gain access to a unique opportunity to deepen your surgical expertise under the guidance of experienced specialists.

The practice is conveniently located on Orbital Industry Park, just off junction 4 of the M621 and 1.3 miles from Leeds train station. You’ll be working in a purpose-built facility equipped with 2 fully equipped operating theatres, CT, digital radiography, arthroscopy, ultrasound, multiparameter monitoring equipment, separate dog and cat wards, and in-house laboratory—everything you need to manage the most challenging cases confidently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform complex orthopaedic surgeries including fracture repair, total hip replacement, angular limb deformities, and advanced spinal and soft tissue procedures
• Work as part of a specialist surgical team comprising 1 Resident, 3 Surgical Interns, 15 RVNs, 5 ACAs, and 8 support staff
• Collaborate with colleagues to manage intriguing and challenging orthopaedic referral cases
• Enhance surgical and anaesthesia skills through mentorship from expert surgeons
• Contribute to the practice’s commitment to accessibility and innovation in specialist surgical care
• Support the Surgical Complications Guarantee and fixed-price surgical packages the practice offers

Requirements

• RCVS, American, or European Boarded Diplomate in orthopaedic surgery, or residency-trained equivalent
• Cert AVP status with prior experience in a multi-disciplinary referral hospital (also considered)
• Demonstrated passion for veterinary surgical care and complex case management
• Ability to work collaboratively within a specialist surgical team

Benefits

• Immediate: £5,000 welcome bonus
• Leave & Work-Life Balance: 6.6 weeks annual leave; increasing holiday allowance based on length of service; birthday as a paid day off
• Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance; enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental/surrogacy pay); Cycle to Work scheme; discounted gym membership; non-accidental injury support
• Professional Development: Excellent CPD allowance with enhanced leave; learning and development via IVC Evidensia Academy; access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia; research funding opportunities; Infection Prevention and Control Programme; Quality Improvement Programme
• Professional Memberships: VDS cover; RCVS fees covered
• Additional Perks: Pawsome Benefits (reward gateway with discounts/cashback); 5% Employee/3% Employer pension contribution; discounted staff pet care

About the Practice

Frank. Pet Surgeons is a progressive, specialist surgical clinic on a mission to make advanced orthopaedic care more accessible. The practice is purpose-built and equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including dual operating theatres, CT imaging, and digital radiography. Every procedure is backed by a unique Surgical Complications Guarantee covering any complications within 6 months, and the practice offers fixed-price packages for all procedures.

As part of IVC Evidensia, the practice benefits from a supportive corporate structure while maintaining its identity as a specialist orthopaedic centre. The team is committed to continuous learning and professional development, with a superb mix of experienced surgeons, residents, interns, and nursing staff creating a collaborative, nurturing environment for both patients and staff.