Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

This is a full-time opportunity to work with a hardworking, collaborative team of 4 vets, 5 experienced nurses, and 4 receptionists at a busy Pets at Home practice in Llanelli. You'll have a clear surgical bias, though all-round GP experience is valued. With paid 1-hour lunch breaks, 30 minutes paid time after closing, and a rota that includes 1-in-4 weekend shifts (Saturday 9am to 5:30pm, Sunday 10:30am to 4pm), you can plan your life around work, not the other way around. No out-of-hours commitments.

The practice is built to industry-leading standards with digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house lab. You'll work with a varied caseload, supported by a team culture that prioritizes discussing cases, sharing expertise, and backing each other up. Appointments are generously scheduled: 20 minutes for non-routine work, 15 minutes for routine cases.

Located on the busy Parc Trostre Retail Park, you'll have access to a loyal client base and plenty of clinical variety. The team values fresh ideas and ambition, and actively supports professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality veterinary care with a focus on surgical cases
• Build strong relationships with clients and support colleagues in clinical decision-making
• Participate in case discussions and share expertise to improve practice standards
• Contribute new ideas and approaches to advance the team's clinical practice
• Manage a varied small animal caseload across 20-minute and 15-minute appointment slots

Requirements

• RCVS-registered veterinary surgeon
• Strong all-round GP experience with a bias towards surgery (preferred but not essential)
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build rapport with clients
• Personable approach and collaborative mindset
• Confident and capable clinician with high standards
• Flexible availability for rota work including weekends (1 in 4)

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £65,000 FTE, depending on experience
• 5.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays, plus an additional week after 2 years' service
• Paid professional memberships: RCVS, VDA, and BVA
• Funded visa sponsorship available
• Contributory pension scheme
• CPD allowance with funding and support for certificates and further study
• Free on-site parking
• Exclusive company discounts: 20% off at Pets at Home, The Groom Room, and Vet Group
• Paid 1-hour lunch breaks
• 30 minutes paid time after practice closing
• No out-of-hours shifts

About the Practice

Llanelli Vets for Pets is part of the Pets at Home portfolio. The practice is built to industry-leading standards with state-of-the-art equipment including digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory facilities. Located on a busy retail park, the practice attracts a loyal, varied caseload and operates a collaborative team culture where high standards and animal welfare are paramount.

The practice is committed to diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging talent from all walks of life and removing barriers to create opportunities. They value their people and believe everyone has unique contributions to make.