Veterinary Surgeon | Wigan, Greater Manchester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving first opinion practice in Wigan. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly and highly experienced team that places patient care, clinical excellence and teamwork at the heart of everything they do. With genuine flexibility around working hours, a varied caseload and excellent opportunities for professional development, this role offers an outstanding opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to enjoy a rewarding and well-balanced career.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £70,000 FTE depending on experience.
• Flexible working pattern with no fixed rota.
• Full or part-time applications welcomed.
• 1 in 5 Saturday rota (9:00am – 3:00pm).
• 20–30-minute consultations.
• Protected daily administration time.
• Varied first opinion medical and surgical caseload.
• Modern, well-equipped practice.
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities.
• Join a highly experienced and supportive clinical team.

The Practice

This well-established small animal practice has been caring for pets within the local community for many years and has built an excellent reputation for delivering high standards of veterinary care in a friendly and welcoming environment.

You’ll be joining an experienced team of five Veterinary Surgeons, eight Registered Veterinary Nurses, five Receptionists and three Veterinary Care Assistants who work closely together to provide exceptional care for both patients and clients.

The nursing team plays an integral role within the practice and includes colleagues with Advanced Diplomas, a Certificate in Anaesthesia, Emergency and Critical Care experience and an ISFM Feline Nursing qualification. Their knowledge and expertise allow Veterinary Surgeons to focus on delivering outstanding clinical care while working alongside a highly skilled and supportive team.

The practice understands the importance of providing clinicians with the time they need to do their job well. Consultations are scheduled for 20–30 minutes, while dedicated administration time is built into every working day to help ensure clinical records are completed during working hours and promote an excellent work-life balance.

Facilities include:

• Digital radiography.
• Ultrasound.
• In-house laboratory.
• Dedicated operating theatre.
• Isolation facilities.
• Blood pressure monitoring.
• Nurse consultation rooms.
• Well-equipped pharmacy.
• Separate dog and cat facilities.
• On-site parking.

The Location

Located in Wigan, Greater Manchester, the practice is ideally situated with excellent transport links across the North West, providing easy access to Manchester, Liverpool and the surrounding areas. The town offers an excellent mix of local amenities, green spaces and countryside, making it a great place to both live and work.

The Role

This is a flexible role with no fixed rota or predetermined working pattern, allowing the successful candidate to discuss a schedule that suits both their lifestyle and the needs of the practice. Participation in the shared 1 in 5 Saturday rota would be welcomed.

You’ll enjoy a varied first opinion caseload, working across both medicine and surgery while delivering exceptional standards of patient and client care. The practice encourages Veterinary Surgeons to develop their own clinical interests and supports ongoing professional development through a generous CPD allowance and exposure to an interesting and diverse caseload.

The team is looking for someone who enjoys working collaboratively, communicates well with both clients and colleagues, and is keen to contribute ideas that help continue the practice’s success.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with strong communication skills and a genuine passion for delivering gold-standard patient care.

You’ll be confident in the consulting room, enjoy working as part of a collaborative team and be committed to building lasting relationships with clients while delivering excellent clinical outcomes. Whether you’re looking to further develop an existing area of interest or broaden your clinical experience, you’ll be supported by an experienced and approachable team.

Benefits

• Salary up to £70,000 FTE depending on experience.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Full or part-time opportunities.
• 1 in 5 Saturday rota.
• 20–30-minute consultations.
• Protected daily administration time.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• Professional memberships paid.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Exclusive colleague reward platform with high street discounts.
• Company-wide colleague discounts.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Highly experienced and supportive clinical team.
• Modern facilities and equipment.
• On-site parking.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a practice where clinical standards, teamwork and professional development are genuinely valued. Whether you’re looking for greater flexibility, the opportunity to develop your own clinical interests or simply a supportive environment where you’ll be given the time to provide exceptional patient care, this role offers an excellent next step in your veterinary career.