Veterinary Surgeon | Liverpool, Merseyside

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy and well-equipped 24-hour veterinary hospital in the Liverpool area. Offering a salary of up to £60,000 DOE, a four-day working week and exposure to a varied first opinion and hospital caseload, this is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to develop their clinical skills within a collaborative hospital environment. With access to advanced diagnostic equipment, an experienced multidisciplinary team and dedicated overnight care, the practice provides everything needed to thrive professionally while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £60,000 DOE.
• Permanent full-time Veterinary Surgeon position.
• 40 hours across 4 days.
• Varied consult and hospital-based caseload.
• Dedicated overnight veterinary and nursing team.
• Busy, well-equipped 24-hour hospital.
• Advanced diagnostic imaging including CT, ultrasound and endoscopy.
• Excellent opportunities for clinical progression and certificate support.
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days.

The Practice

This established 24-hour small animal hospital provides a comprehensive range of first opinion, emergency and inpatient services, supported by an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses and dedicated overnight clinicians.

The hospital offers an excellent clinical environment where collaboration is encouraged, allowing vets to discuss cases, share knowledge and continue developing their medical and surgical skills. Whether managing routine consultations or more complex hospital cases, you'll benefit from working within a highly supportive team committed to delivering exceptional patient and client care.

As part of a wider regional network, the hospital also provides excellent opportunities to pursue advanced clinical interests while working alongside colleagues with a broad range of expertise.

Facilities & Equipment

• Modern 24-hour veterinary hospital.
• On-site CT scanner.
• Diagnostic ultrasound.
• Endoscopy facilities.
• Fully equipped in-house laboratory.
• Digital radiography.
• Modern operating theatres.
• Dedicated inpatient wards.
• Advanced anaesthetic and patient monitoring equipment.
• Separate overnight veterinary and nursing teams providing continuous patient care.

The Location

Located in the Liverpool area of Merseyside, the hospital benefits from excellent transport links and easy access to both the city centre and surrounding countryside. Liverpool offers an outstanding quality of life, with its vibrant waterfront, excellent restaurants, shopping, sporting attractions and rich cultural heritage, while nearby beaches, parks and rural areas provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy time away from work.

The Role

This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours across four days, providing an excellent balance between career development and personal time.

The role offers a varied combination of consulting and hospital shifts, allowing you to enjoy continuity of care while developing your medical, surgical and inpatient management skills across a diverse caseload.

Working within a busy referral-supported hospital environment, you'll manage consultations, perform routine and more advanced surgical procedures, oversee hospitalised patients and collaborate closely with the experienced nursing team to deliver the highest standards of patient care. Dedicated night teams ensure seamless overnight care and continuity for hospitalised patients.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to broaden their clinical experience within a hospital setting while benefiting from outstanding support and opportunities for further progression.

The Candidate

You will be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for delivering exceptional clinical care and outstanding client service.

You'll enjoy working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, be confident managing a varied first opinion caseload and have an interest in both consulting and hospital medicine. This role would suit a Veterinary Surgeon looking to continue developing their clinical skills within a supportive hospital environment with access to advanced facilities and experienced colleagues.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000 DOE.
• Permanent full-time position.
• 40-hour week across 4 days.
• Varied consult and hospital caseload.
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days annually.
• Funded certificate opportunities.
• Access to Clinical Communities and 24-hour hospitals.
• Private Medical Insurance from day one.
• Health Cash Plan from day one, including dental, optical and physiotherapy cover.
• 24/7 Private GP service.
• RCVS, VDS and BVA membership fees paid.
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship available where applicable.
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
• Additional paid 'Day for You' leave.
• Life Assurance (3x salary).
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Interest-free Season Ticket Loan.
• Employee discounts on veterinary products and services.

If you would like further information about this Veterinary Surgeon role in the Liverpool area of Merseyside, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch with the Vet Seekers team today.

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