Permanent Equine Veterinary Surgeon, Tyne Valley, Northumberland

An established and forward-thinking equine practice in the scenic Tyne Valley, Northumberland, is currently seeking a dedicated Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive and collaborative environment where professional development and clinical excellence are prioritised.

The practice operates both ambulatory and referral services and features a modern 10-stable clinic with advanced diagnostic and surgical facilities, including standing MRI, scintigraphy, and a surgical theatre suite. The caseload is varied, with a strong focus on leisure horses and semi-professional to amateur competition horses, offering a rewarding and interesting mix of cases.

The team is experienced, welcoming, and committed to delivering high-quality, trusted veterinary care. They have a broad range of clinical interests including internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, elective surgery, and emergency care. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping the practice continue to grow, with opportunities to contribute to clinical development and relationship-building with neighbouring practices.

The role offers a competitive salary of £38,000 to £50,000, dependent on experience, with a 1 in 5 out-of-hours rota and a day off following a weekend on call. The benefits package includes 6.6 weeks of paid holiday (including bank holidays), a generous £1,750 annual CPD allowance, and support for ongoing training and development.

Additional benefits include:

• Paid RCVS or VCI membership

• Two additional professional memberships

• VDS cover

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay

• Company sick pay

• Health Shield – contributions towards a range of health and wellbeing treatments, from dentistry to sports massage

• Discounted veterinary fees

• Access to the 'My Perks' platform – offering discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, and entertainment

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Regular colleague engagement surveys

• Annual pay reviews

• Strong focus on wellbeing and career progression

This is an excellent opportunity for a vet looking to join a close-knit, professional team with the facilities and support to develop their career in equine practice

Must haves:

• RCVS Registered & Qualified or soon to be.
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Have excellent verbal / written communication skills

What happens next?

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