Tempus Recruitment
Veterinary Surgeon
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Our Client is a corporately owned practice and operates a multi-award-winning small animal GP practice in Nuneaton that is looking for a new Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The practice offers a varied medical and surgical caseload within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
The Package
- Salary up to £80,000
- Generous CPD allowance
- Funding towards postgraduate certificates
- 5.6 weeks' annual leave, increasing to 6.6 weeks after 2 years' service
- Additional day of leave for your birthday
- Private health insurance
- Contributory pension scheme
- RCVS, BVA and VDS membership fees paid
- In-house career development opportunities
- Wellbeing support and pastoral care
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Access to colleague assistance and mental health support programmes
Working Hours / Rota
This is ideally a full-time role with shift patterns of 9:00am–5:00pm and 11:00am–7:00pm, including 1 in 3 Saturdays from 9:00am–5:00pm. The practice is open to discussing flexible working arrangements for the right candidate. Consultations are 20 minutes as standard, with the last appointment at 6:30pm to ensure timely finishes. Protected lunch breaks, admin time and tea breaks are built into the diary. There are no out-of-hours requirements.
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Role Description
The Veterinary Surgeon will manage a varied GP caseload covering both medical and surgical cases. You will be encouraged to work cases up to a high clinical standard while maintaining strong client communication and patient welfare. The practice supports clinical autonomy and certificate development, and you will work closely with experienced leadership including a Vet GDP advisor and certificate holders. Confidence in sole charge is required, alongside a collaborative approach within a supportive team culture.
Team Size
You will join a team led by two experienced practice owners, supported by a Practice Manager, an additional Veterinary Surgeon, a strong team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, a Veterinary Care Assistant and three Client Care Advisors. The practice fosters a friendly, collaborative and wellbeing-focused working environment.
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Practice Details
The practice is modern and purpose-built, located within a thriving retail environment with excellent amenities and transport links nearby. Facilities include the expected GP diagnostic and surgical equipment, alongside a Cryopen for cryotherapy procedures. The practice is RCVS accredited, Silver Cat Friendly, RWAF accredited and operates under the Practice Standards Scheme.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong all-round GP skills and confidence in sole charge. You will be a proactive communicator, team player and dedicated to delivering high standards of patient and client care. A passion for clinical development and a positive contribution to team culture are essential.
Interested?
Get in touch to learn more or apply confidentially: 📧 Sam@tempus-recruitment.com 📞 01626 249 108
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