Veterinary Surgeon

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys the variety and challenge of a busy caseload and is confident making sound clinical decisions.

You’ll be comfortable discussing a range of treatment options with clients and tailoring recommendations to meet both the individual needs of the pet and the circumstances of their owner.

Communication and teamwork are central to the role. You’ll build strong relationships with clients and colleagues, working collaboratively within a supportive environment where case discussion, knowledge-sharing and continuous learning are encouraged.

You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and compassionate veterinary team, making a meaningful difference to pets and their owners while contributing to the continued development of our services.

Both full-time and part-time applications can be considered.

About the Practice

Our practice provides a collaborative and supportive environment, making it an excellent place to develop your clinical skills and experience.

Teamwork is at the heart of the practice, with regular opportunities for case discussion, shared learning and clinical collaboration. You’ll have access to a broad range of knowledge and expertise across the veterinary team, providing valuable support when discussing cases and treatment plans.

The practice is well equipped to support high-quality patient care, including:

• Separate dog and cat kennelling facilities
• In-house radiography
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Piped gases
• Extensive orthopaedic equipment

The team places a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Weekend working is typically around nine weekends per year, with stand-down time provided throughout shifts and additional payment for weekend cover.

Is a confident and adaptable Veterinary Surgeon

Enjoys working within a busy and varied clinical environment

Is comfortable making independent clinical decisions

Can communicate treatment options clearly and sensitively with clients

Takes a compassionate and individualised approach to patient care

Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Make a difference every day with PDSA

Are you a confident and adaptable Veterinary Surgeon looking for a rewarding role where your clinical skills can make a genuine difference?

Join PDSA and help keep more people and their pets together when times are tough.

For over a century, PDSA has provided vital veterinary care to the pets of people experiencing financial hardship. As we continue to expand our reach and support more pets and their owners, we are looking for passionate and driven Veterinary Surgeons to join us and help shape the future of our services.

Is committed to continued learning and professional development

Shares our passion for supporting pets and the people who care for them

Rewards, Support & Benefits

At PDSA, we want our people to feel proud of what they do, connected to a meaningful purpose and supported to make a genuine difference every day.

In addition to a rewarding role within a supportive and people-focused organisation, we offer:

• £49,169-£63,962 salary, including allowances
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 5 days' CPD allowance and £1,000 annual development budget
• Full payment of RCVS fees, where applicable
• Extensive internal CPD programmes
• Discounts for BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show
• 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days
• Three paid special days each year: Volunteering Day, Celebration Day and Wellbeing Day
• Generous pension scheme, with PDSA contributions starting at 5% and rising to 10%
• Life assurance at 4x annual salary
• AXA Health Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 wellbeing support
• Private medical cover
• Retail, holiday and lifestyle discounts through the staff benefits platform
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• 10% discount on PDSA Pet Insurance
• Access to staff veterinary services

Join PDSA

If you’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon role where your clinical expertise can have a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their owners, PDSA offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career while contributing to an important cause.

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