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Veterinary Surgeon | Full Time | No Out-of-Hours. Salary up to £70,000 DOE

Handforth
£70k/yr
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Veterinary Surgeon | Full Time | No Out-of-Hours. Salary up to £70,000 DOE

Are you looking to join a friendly, progressive practice where your clinical development is genuinely encouraged? At Vets for Pets Caerphilly, we're looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to become part of our experienced and supportive team.

About Us

We are a small, locally owned practice that has proudly served the Caerphilly community for over 11 years. Our practice is owned and led by Maciej, PhD, MRCVS, GPAdvCert (SAOS), who has a strong passion for advanced small animal surgery, with particular interests in orthopaedics, stem cell therapy, arthroscopy, and endoscopy.

As an independently owned practice within the Vets for Pets network, we pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of patient care while fostering a friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

Our Location

Our surgery is situated in the heart of Caerphilly town centre in South Wales, just a two-minute walk from the iconic Caerphilly Castle. Excellent rail and bus connections make commuting easy from all directions, and we're less than 10 miles from Cardiff, the Welsh capital. Whether you enjoy vibrant city life, exploring the dramatic Welsh coastline, or escaping to the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park, you'll find all are within easy reach.

Our Team

You'll be joining a welcoming and experienced team consisting of:

  • 3 Veterinary Surgeons
  • 4 Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurses
  • 1 Student Veterinary Nurse
  • Dedicated Reception Team
  • Practice Manager

We work collaboratively and enjoy supporting one another, creating an environment where everyone can continue to learn and develop.

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Our Practice

Our modern surgery has been designed to provide an excellent working environment and includes:

  • Four spacious consulting rooms
  • Dedicated prep area
  • Fully equipped operating theatre
  • Separate Cat World and Dog World wards

We continue to invest in both our team and our facilities. Alongside our excellent diagnostic equipment, we are planning further investment in:

  • Dental detector
  • Portable digital X-ray machine
  • HD3 Smart ultrasonography
  • Laparoscopic equipment

Our current equipment includes:

  • Digital radiography
  • Dental X-ray
  • Endoscope
  • Arthroscope
  • Doppler ultrasound
  • ECG
  • Laboratory
  • Laser
  • Stem cell / PRP equipment

The Role

This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, with some flexibility.

Practice opening hours:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 6:00pm
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays (9:00am – 1:00pm)
  • No out-of-hours

Our caseload is varied and rewarding. Alongside routine consultations, preventative healthcare, and standard surgical procedures, we perform a wide range of advanced orthopaedic and soft tissue surgeries, including both trauma and non-trauma cases. Working alongside our practice owner offers a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to advanced procedures including TPLO, arthroscopy, endoscopy, and regenerative medicine, with mentoring available for vets keen to expand their surgical skills.

About You

We're looking for a friendly, motivated Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys delivering excellent patient care and building lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.

To be successful, you'll have:

  • A minimum of 2 years' experience working in a UK small animal practice or hospital
  • Confidence with both consultations and routine surgery
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • The ability to work independently when required while also thriving within a supportive team
  • A genuine commitment to continuing professional development

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Support and mentoring are available on-site, with excellent opportunities to further develop your clinical and surgical skills.

What We Offer

We recognise the value of investing in our people and offer an attractive package including:

  • Salary up to £70,000, depending on experience
  • 5.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays, increasing to 6.6 weeks after two years' service
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Optional Private Health Insurance
  • Paid professional memberships including BSAVA, BVA, and WebinarVet
  • Dedicated CPD allowance, including funding or co-funding towards postgraduate certificates
  • Exclusive company discounts and rewards, including 20% off at Pets at Home, The Groom Room, and the Vet Group

Why Join Vets for Pets Caerphilly?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, independently owned practice that combines the support of the Vets for Pets network with the close-knit culture of a local team. If you're looking for a role where you'll be encouraged to grow, supported by experienced colleagues, and exposed to an interesting and varied surgical caseload, we'd love to hear from you.

If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career, apply today and become part of the Vets for Pets Caerphilly team.

Simply contact Laura on 07790 372441 or email southvets@vets4pets.com

Postcode: CF83 1PB

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Skills

Small Animal Surgery
Consultations
Orthopaedics
Soft Tissue Surgery
TPLO
Arthroscopy
Endoscopy
Regenerative Medicine
Patient Care
Communication Skills
Teamwork
Preventative Healthcare

Location

Handforth, England, United Kingdom

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