Mixed Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a genuine mixed veterinary position combining small animal and ambulatory large animal work in approximately equal measure, with a strong equine bias within the large animal caseload. You'll work on a structured two-week rotation between disciplines, giving you real variety and the chance to develop depth in both areas. The role is full-time and includes participation in an equally shared out-of-hours rota.

Based in Halifax, West Yorkshire, the practice enjoys a location in the heart of the Pennine countryside while remaining within easy reach of Leeds, Manchester and the wider Yorkshire region. Accommodation and a vehicle can be provided where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Approximately 50% small animal clinical work and 50% ambulatory large animal work
• Managing a varied large animal caseload with emphasis on equine cases
• Providing continuity of care across the practice's small animal clinics and branch surgeries in Ripponden and Walsden
• Contributing to the practice's own out-of-hours emergency cover on an equally shared rota
• Working collaboratively with a large team of experienced veterinary surgeons, including diploma and certificate holders
• Pursuing and developing individual clinical interests within both disciplines

Requirements

• Registered veterinary surgeon (MRCVS)
• Enthusiastic, motivated and personable approach to practice
• Committed to delivering excellent patient and client care
• Comfortable working independently while knowing when to seek support
• Interested in both small animal and ambulatory large animal practice
• Keen to contribute positively to a friendly and supportive team environment
• Previous mixed practice experience advantageous but not essential; applications welcome from candidates passionate about developing a long-term career in mixed practice

Benefits

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous CPD allowance
• Certificate study encouraged and supported
• Professional memberships paid
• Accommodation available if required
• Vehicle provided for work purposes if required
• Equally shared out-of-hours rota
• Access to facilities and expertise through the practice's state-of-the-art equine hospital in Shelf
• Supportive and collaborative team environment with ongoing professional development

About the Practice

Hird and Partners is a long-established, proudly independent veterinary practice with a history dating back almost 200 years. The practice became Hird and Partners in 1993 and has grown to operate a network including a modern, purpose-built small animal clinic in Halifax, small animal branch surgeries in Ripponden and Walsden, and a state-of-the-art equine hospital in Shelf with additional equine clinics in Cheshire and Sheffield. The team comprises over 30 veterinary surgeons with a wide range of skills, qualifications and clinical interests, supported by an extensive network of veterinary nurses, receptionists and administration staff.

The practice holds Tier 2 accreditation of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Practice Standards Scheme and provides all its own out-of-hours emergency cover, ensuring clients have access to familiar veterinary surgeons and excellent continuity of patient care.