Join a well-equipped hospital with genuine work-life balance: 40 hours across 4 days, 1 in 6 weekends, and a supportive team of 15 vets committed to your development. Varied caseload including surgery, exotics, and referrals awaits.
1 in 6 weekend rota with time off in lieu; participation in on-call rota approximately two nights every 7 to 8 months with dedicated night staff in place
Holly House is seeking an experienced veterinary surgeon to join a thriving small animal practice near Leeds city centre. This full-time role spans 40 hours across 4 days, with a 1 in 6 weekend rota and occasional on-call duties (approximately two nights every 7 to 8 months). You'll work across surgical, medical, and emergency departments, gaining exposure to a broad range of species including dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, birds, and small mammals.
The practice operates as a general practice with mid-tier referral capabilities, featuring certificate holder-led departments in surgery, dentistry, and exotics. You'll have access to cutting-edge diagnostic equipment including CT, digital x-ray, ultrasound, laparoscopy, and endoscopy, alongside purpose-built consulting rooms, an isolation ward, spacious prep and theatre suite with multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring and ventilator support. A dedicated emergency service, led by specialist vets and nurses, delivers wraparound care across the hospital, first opinion practices, and dedicated exotics clinic.
Located just off the Leeds ring road near Roundhay Park, the practice benefits from excellent transport links into the city centre. The supportive culture prioritises work-life balance with protected breaks and home time wherever possible, alongside regular team events, structured practice meetings, one-to-one career development, and professional coaching.
Holly House Veterinary Hospital is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK's number one vet care provider, serving over 2 million animals. The practice has operated for over 30 years, building a reputation for high clinical standards and supportive team culture. The team comprises 15 veterinary surgeons, 10 registered veterinary nurses, 7 student veterinary nurses, 5 veterinary care assistants, 13 receptionists, and 3 administrators.
IVC Evidensia is committed to diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, the organisation welcomes applications from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and is happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
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