Description
Veterinary Surgeon - Cumbria
• Fantastic small animal veterinary surgeon opportunity at a fiercely independent mixed animal practice in Cumbria
• Working alongside certificate holders in surgery, medicine, emergency and critical care, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, and exotics
• State-of-the-art equipment including top-end video endoscopy, high-resolution ultrasound scanning, class IV laser, Tonovet tonometer and much more
• Excellent salary up to £70,000
• Generous benefits package including accommodation available if required
Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Would you like to work for a fiercely independent mixed animal practice? If so, then we have an amazing job opportunity for you!
Our client, an independent mixed animal practice located in the heart of Cumbria, has been established in the area since the mid-1920s and has an excellent local reputation with a loyal clientele. They are looking for a small animal veterinary surgeon to join their amazing team.
Located in a picturesque market town in The Lake District, this is an ideal location for an outdoor enthusiast. There are endless opportunities for adventures right at your doorstep, such as hiking, road, gravel, and mountain biking, sailing, stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing, and kayaking, rock climbing with everything from multi-pitch mountain trad climbing to sport and bouldering-both indoors and out. The Lakes is the birthplace of fell running, with hundreds of fell and trail routes and races to explore.
Our client is looking for a small animal vet to join their 27-vet team. Whether you are a new graduate just starting out or a seasoned pro seeking development opportunities, you will benefit from mentorship, knowledge sharing, and a culture that empowers you to reach your full potential. The team includes certificate holders in surgery, medicine, emergency and critical care, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, and exotics, ensuring there's always someone to offer a helping hand or discuss cases.
The practice operates across six branches with excellent purpose-built facilities, including top-end video endoscopy, high-resolution ultrasound scanning, class IV laser, Tonovet tonometer, and dental radiography, enabling them to provide comprehensive in-house and second-opinion services.
As a new graduate vet, you will receive the support you need. You will never be expected to work sole charge, and they start you off with 30-minute consults. The practice has a great track record of looking after new graduates, pairing you with one of their five VetGDP advisors, specially chosen to match your interests and career goals.
Beyond work, our client is a tight-knit group who love to have fun together. With a team of 90, there's always something being organised, from dog walks to unwinding at the pub. They even have their own wild swimming group.
If you are passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and are eager to grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join this amazing team and embark on a fulfilling career in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK.
The Rota:
• Full time - 4 day week (8.30am - 6.30pm)
• 2 Vets operating each morning
• OOH rota designed so you never have to work a full weekend - you will only ever work one of the weekend nights and share the weekend with other vets
• You will get a half day off following a night on call and a day off following a weekend on call
The Benefits:
• Excellent salary from £36,000 to £70,000 DOE
• 6.3 weeks holiday, including public holidays
• CPD encouraged and fully funded to certificate level with the caseload to make certificates practical
• Accommodation is available if needed
• Professional fees paid for RCVS, VDS, plus a membership of your choice
• An Employee Assistance Programme which provides 24/7 support by experienced in-house counsellors, and legal and financial experts
• Private health insurance (after 1yr continuous employment), plus flu vaccine and eye tests
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Cycle-to-work scheme and discounted gym membership
• Lots of team social events
• Company pension
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email [email protected]
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: J85152/LT
