Medically biased small animal vet vacancy, Cardiff

Location Cardiff
Discipline: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, Referral/Specialist/Certificate Holder Veterinary Surgeon
Contact name: Louise Evans

Contact email: louise@brightleaf.co.uk
Job ref: 8345
Published: 1 day ago
Veterinary Surgeon (Medicine-Focused)
Veterinary Hospital – Cardiff, South Wales
Full-Time or Part-Time | No On-Call | Salary up to £70,000
Are you a medicine-focused vet with a passion for complex case management and diagnostics? Join this progressive, collaborative team in a RCVS-accredited multidisciplinary site just outside Cardiff.
They are excited to welcome a first opinion veterinary surgeon with a strong interest in medicine and imaging, who thrives in a supportive team environment and wants to grow their career in a hospital setting equipped for clinical excellence.
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They operate a 24/7 hospital and ECC service, enabling continuity of care for clients and an enriching caseload for the team. You'll work alongside passionate clinicians in a forward-thinking environment that actively supports further study and clinical development.
This state-of-the-art hospital includes:
•    Advanced ultrasonography and CT scanner
•    Endoscopy and endosurgery facilities
•    Extensive in-house lab including blood gases and TEG
•    Dedicated theatres for orthopaedic, soft tissue and exotics
•    Separate ECC wards, dental suite, hydrotherapy and physiotherapy services
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You are:
•    An experienced vet with confidence in handling a range of medical and imaging cases
•    A great team player, communicator, and mentor to junior vets and nurses
•    Skilled in or developing your ultrasound and endoscopy abilities
•    Ideally a certificate holder or Advanced Practitioner, or on that journey
•    Committed to delivering gold-standard care in a dynamic clinical setting
Most importantly, you’re someone who thrives in a supportive culture where development, wellbeing, and collaboration are priorities.
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The Role
•    Up to £70,000 salary (DOE)
•    Full-time (38.1 hours/week), part-time considered
•    4-day week, with just one 9-hour weekend shift (Sat or Sun) every 5 weeks
•    One bank holiday per year
•    No on-call – they have a dedicated ECC night team
•    Fully supported and funded certificate/CPD study
•    Clinical autonomy to work cases up fully in-house
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They are a collaborative, progressive, and people-focused group, committed to continual improvement and learning. The first opinion and referral services work closely together, and are proud to offer a seamless service to both patients and clients, while promoting work-life balance and wellbeing for the team.
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Location Perks
Based in Cardiff, you’ll be perfectly placed to enjoy:
•    City life with vibrant culture, dining and events
•    Easy access to the Vale of Glamorgan’s coastline, Brecon Beacons, and more
•    Outdoor pursuits, from mountain biking to hiking to water sports
•    Excellent transport links and affordable living
South Wales really does offer something for everyone.
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Benefits Package
•    6.6 weeks holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) – with buy/sell options
•    No on-call, dedicated OOH team
•    £1,750 CPD budget, 5 days CPD (increased for Cert holders)
•    RCVS, VDS and 2 additional memberships paid
•    Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
•    50% staff discount on services and cost-price products
•    Health Shield, life insurance, and optional health insurance
•    Cycle to Work scheme
•    Relocation allowance (for direct applicants)
•    discounts on retail, travel, entertainment
•    Paid volunteering day, wellbeing initiatives, and more
•    Clinical career pathways and certificate support
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Ready to Find Your Fit?
If you're looking for a role where you can grow, collaborate, and truly enjoy your veterinary career, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today or reach out for an informal chat.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job.

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