Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a 12 month fixed term Veterinary Surgeon role with the potential to become a permanent Float Vet position across a number of locations. The focus is on general practice work, including consulting and surgery, and the practice is looking for a vet who enjoys being involved in all areas of primary care.

You will be joining a two-site practice made up of a smaller village site in Paulton near Bristol and a larger purpose-built site in Radstock near Bath. The practice offers digital X-rays, ultrasound, laboratory equipment, blood machines, operating theatres and a dental suite with dental x-ray, alongside a team that includes vets, RVNs and support staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general small animal GP duties, including consultations and surgery.
• Work across the two-site practice in Paulton and Radstock as required.
• Contribute to a varied primary care caseload.
• Work collaboratively with vets, RVNs and support staff.
• Share knowledge and support the clinical culture within the team.

Requirements

• A veterinary degree and RCVS registration, or eligibility to register.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive attitude to learning and development.
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 FTE DOE.
• 39 hour week, worked over 4 x 9.5 hour days.
• 1 in 4 Saturday mornings.
• 12 month fixed term contract, with a permanent Float Vet position potentially considered.
• CPD allowance and funded learning and development.
• Access to IVC academy training centres and role-relevant courses.
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet.
• Mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks.
• 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy.
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees.
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes, subject to eligibility.
• Retail discounts, cashback offers and reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets.

About the Practice

Natures Vet is a two-site practice with a smaller village surgery in Paulton and a larger purpose-built site in Radstock. The team includes vets, registered veterinary nurses and support staff, and the practice has certificate holders in anaesthesia and nutrition.

The practice is equipped with digital X-rays, ultrasound scans, laboratory equipment, blood machines, operating theatres and a dental suite with dental x-ray. It also has a working relationship with Bath Vet Referrals for advice and referral support where needed.