FULL or PART Time Small Animal Vet vacancy Surgical bias- Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

Location Sunderland
Discipline: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon
Contact name: Louise Evans

Contact email: louise@brightleaf.co.uk
Job ref: 8061
Published: about 1 month ago

Veterinary Surgeon - Flexible, Surgically Biased Role - Up to £70,000 DOE, FTE
Are you looking for a veterinary role that offers flexibility, career development, and a supportive environment? Join this progressive, forward-thinking practice and tailor your working hours to fit around your life—whether that’s 9am-3pm for 3 days a week or something else that suits you!
On Offer:
•    Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE, FTE
•    Flexible Hours: Shorter hours to fit around your commitments
•    Surgical Bias: Spend up to 3 days a week in surgery (if desired)
•    Supportive Team: Work with 6 vets, 10 RVNs, 6 SVNs, and a dedicated receptionist team
•    Work-Life Balance: Only 1:4 Saturdays (possible sole charge), no Sundays, no OOH or Bank Holidays
•    Professional Growth: Fully funded CPD, opportunities to pursue certificates, and sponsorship support for overseas vets
They are a well-established, award-winning general practice led by Practice Owners with two practices based in Sunderland, who are proud of their excellent standards of patient care and equally committed to ensuring the team feels valued and supported. The veterinary team includes Certificate holders in Medicine, Ophthalmology, and Dermatology, with close ties to specialists in Surgery, Ultrasonography, and Cardiology.
They offer a varied caseload with clinical freedom and actively encourage gold-standard practices. The nursing team is highly skilled, with post-VN qualifications in areas like Emergency & Critical Care, Infection Control, and Feline Friendly Nursing. They also hold the ISFM and RAW silver awards 
Located near the stunning North East coastline, the practices are easily accessible, with excellent transport links.
About You: They are looking for a confident surgeon or someone who enjoys a mix of surgery and consultations. Whether you're looking for flexible hours, surgical opportunities, or a combination of both. The Saturday rota is just 1:4, with no Sundays or OOH, and They’re happy to discuss your ideal working pattern.
As part of the team, you’ll benefit from:
•    6.6 weeks annual leave
•    Unlimited CPD and professional fees paid
•    Contributory pension scheme
•    Access to the Your Pets Reward hub for discounts and wellbeing support
•    Career progression within a supportive, close-knit team
Looking for information or interested in applying for the role of a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon Contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or call 01422 433900 for further details.

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