Equine Ambulatory Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

Oakhill Equine Vets is seeking an enthusiastic ambulatory equine veterinary surgeon to join their established team in Preston, Lancashire. Whether you're a new graduate seeking strong mentorship or an experienced clinician looking for your next challenge, this role can be tailored to your experience and interests. The practice values clinical discussion, learning, and professional development as part of daily practice life.

You'll work a fairly shared out-of-hours rota with two vets on call at all times for support, meaning you're never working in isolation during emergency cover. The varied ambulatory caseload draws from excellent clients across the region, offering scope to develop interests in lameness, anaesthesia, or other equine disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ambulatory equine veterinary care across a varied client base
• Contribute to a collaborative team of 15 equine vets, including two ECVS Diplomates in Surgery and multiple certificate holders
• Participate in a shared out-of-hours rota with on-call backup support
• Work confidently both independently and as part of a team
• Engage in clinical discussion and peer learning as part of daily practice culture
• Build strong client relationships and maintain high standards of patient care

Requirements

• Passion for equine veterinary work
• MRCVS registration or equivalent qualification
• Confident working independently and collaboratively within a team
• Motivated to continue clinical and professional development
• Friendly, approachable, and client-focused approach
• Keen to learn and contribute to a positive team culture
• Interest in lameness and/or anaesthesia is advantageous but not essential

Benefits

• Large, supportive team of 15 equine vets with ECVS Diplomates and specialists on staff
• Full surgical facilities with advanced diagnostic imaging and on-site MRI
• Two vets on call at all times for OOH support and mentoring
• Encouragement and support for further study and career progression
• Collaborative environment focused on clinical learning and professional development
• Fairly shared out-of-hours rota
• Regular social events including practice walks, cheese and wine evenings, and yoga nights
• Varied and rewarding ambulatory caseload with quality clients

About the Practice

Oakhill Equine Vets is a successful, independent equine practice with a strong reputation for high clinical standards, excellent client relationships, and a genuinely supportive team culture. Based in Preston, Lancashire, the practice operates a team of 15 equine vets supported by two ECVS Diplomates in Surgery and multiple certificate holders across various equine disciplines.

The practice's facilities include full surgical suites, advanced diagnostic imaging, and on-site MRI, enabling vets to develop specialist interests while managing a varied ambulatory caseload. The culture prioritises clinical discussion, learning, and career development, making it an ideal environment for both new graduates and experienced practitioners seeking to advance their skills.