Permanent Farm Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Shropshire

Full-Time, Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a forward-thinking, progressive farm animal veterinary practice based in rural Shropshire. This opportunity is ideal for a dedicated and experienced farm animal vet with a passion for delivering high-quality care and building strong client relationships, particularly within the dairy sector.

About the Role:

• Join a dynamic and supportive team of 30, including 12 clinical vets

• 1 in 10 OOH rota, offering excellent work-life balance

• Flexible options to buy or sell OOH shifts to suit personal circumstances

• Minimal TB testing thanks to a dedicated and experienced TB team

• Routine dairy herd health, reproductive work, and emergency cover

• Opportunity to be involved in vet school teaching, farmer training, export services, and sheep/cattle AI & embryo transfer

• Strong team ethos with collaboration and support at the heart of the practice culture

What They're Looking For:

• A confident and proactive farm animal vet with at least 2 years' post-graduate experience

• Strong foundation in surgical skills and ability to manage cases independently out-of-hours

• Experience and interest in dairy herd health and cattle reproduction, including ultrasound scanning

• Excellent communication skills with a desire to build long-term relationships with farmers

• Enthusiastic team player who is willing to get stuck in and contribute to a busy, farm-focused environment

• Interest in developing professionally through CPD and involvement in wider practice services

Benefits Package:

• Attractive Salary £45,000 PA DOE

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with time off in lieu for weekend work

• Vehicle provided or vehicle allowance

• Flexible CPD allowance, with support for certificates and further study

• Private medical insurance (after 12 months' service)

• Health Shield cash plan

• One volunteering day per year

• Access to a large and experienced farm vet team including diploma and certificate holders for collaboration and mentorship
  This is an exciting opportunity for a capable and ambitious vet to thrive in a friendly, professional, and diverse practice, working alongside a highly respected team in a beautiful part of the country.
  To apply or find out more, please contact us today.

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?

CLICK APPLY NOW or if you have any pre-application questions or if this role is not quite right for you, please contact the VS Team (details below) to discuss your veterinary career aspirations further.

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