Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a full-time permanent position with PDSA's Bradford Pet Hospital, where you'll see a diverse caseload of medical and surgical cases that challenge and develop your clinical skills. You'll work 7.5-hour days within core hours of 08:30 to 18:00, with a flexible approach to days worked and no lone working on weekends. The role balances approximately one-third surgical work with two-thirds consulting, giving you variety every day while supporting pets and owners in financial hardship.

You'll be part of a collaborative, supportive team where knowledge sharing and case discussion are encouraged. The Bradford hospital is modern and well-equipped, with separate dog and cat kennels, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases, and extensive orthopaedic equipment. Weekend rotas are shared fairly across the team, with a minimum of two vets on shift (one surgical, one consulting) to ensure support and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based veterinary care across a varied caseload of small animal medical and surgical cases
• Make sound clinical decisions while discussing realistic treatment options that balance best practice with owners' circumstances
• Take a pragmatic, welfare-focused approach to clinical decision-making
• Build trust with clients through excellent communication and manage expectations with care
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the hospital, contributing to case discussions and shared learning
• Participate in weekend rota work alongside at least one other vet
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of services and champion PDSA's mission

Requirements

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS registration
• Adaptability and resilience to handle a diverse caseload
• Clinical confidence and strong evidence-based decision-making skills
• Excellent communication skills with clients and colleagues
• Team player with a collaborative, supportive approach
• Willingness to embrace change and contribute to a forward-focused organisation

Benefits

• Salary: £45,269 to £60,062 per annum (including allowances)
• 25 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays, with option to buy or sell an extra 5 days
• CPD allowance of 5 days and £1,000 per year for professional development
• Full RCVS fees paid by PDSA
• Extensive internal CPD programmes plus discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
• Generous pension with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%
• Life assurance providing four times your annual salary
• AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 wellbeing support and private medical cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance plus access to staff veterinary services
• Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts through the Fetch benefits platform
• Three paid special days off annually: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance

About the Practice

PDSA is the UK's leading veterinary charity, providing vital veterinary care for pets of people in financial hardship. For over a century, PDSA has helped keep people and their pets together when times are tough. The organisation treats over 470,000 pets annually with more than 2.7 million treatments, preventing suffering and saving lives. PDSA is now on a journey to expand its reach and help even more people and their beloved pets.

The Bradford Pet Hospital is a highly collaborative and effective facility, recognised as a great place for teamwork, case discussion and shared learning. Teams have varied clinical interests, giving access to a wide pool of knowledge and experience. The modern hospital includes separate dog and cat kennelling facilities, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. The culture is people-focused, collaborative and supportive, where individuals are encouraged to bring their passion for pets to work.