Senior Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

Wilton House Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to step into a senior clinical position. This is a hands-on opportunity for a confident clinician who wants to focus on patient care, support less experienced colleagues, and keep developing clinically without taking on management duties.

You’ll work alongside certificate holders in Cardiology, Small Animal Surgery and Small Animal Medicine, with a varied first-opinion caseload that includes cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, occasional exotic species and backyard chickens. The role offers a strong mix of consultations, surgery, inpatient care and case continuity, with exposure to advanced dentistry, orthopaedics and emergency and critical care cases.

The practice is based in Guisborough, on the edge of the North York Moors, and is part of a supportive three-practice network with Stokesley and Copeland. Modern facilities include a dedicated theatre, separate prep area, digital radiography, dental x-ray, a new ultrasound scanner, a separate cat ward and isolation facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical and surgical care across a varied first-opinion small animal caseload
• Work up cases to a high clinical standard and manage both medical and surgical presentations
• Carry out routine and more advanced surgical procedures where appropriate
• Build strong client relationships through clear communication and continuity of care
• Support and mentor new graduate and early-career Veterinary Surgeons
• Take part in clinical discussion and help drive improvements in patient care
• Work closely with the veterinary, nursing and client care teams
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and collaborative clinical culture

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and RCVS registration, or eligibility to register
• Solid experience in small animal first-opinion practice
• Confidence in routine surgery, medicine and clinical decision-making
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting client relationships
• Collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues
• Proactive attitude towards clinical development and continuous improvement
• Passion for exceptional patient and client care

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE
• Welcome bonus of up to £5,000
• Full-time hours across four days, 40 hours per week
• Shared Saturday rota
• Flexible working discussions welcomed
• 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes, subject to eligibility
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• CPD allowance and access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
• Career pathways across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles

About the Practice

Wilton House Veterinary Clinic is based in Guisborough, Cleveland, and is described as an established part of the local community, caring for thousands of pets each year. It is part of inspiring vet care, which is presented as the UK’s number one vet care provider and trusted with the care of over 2 million animals.

The practice works as part of a wider three-practice network alongside Stokesley and Copeland, with a dedicated Practice Director supporting all three sites and access to experienced Clinical Directors across the group. The team is described as friendly, highly experienced and collaborative, with a strong culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing.