Veterinary Surgeon | Taunton, Somerset

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a recently refurbished and forward-thinking small animal practice in the Taunton area of Somerset. Offering a salary of up to £65,000 DOE, this full-time role provides the opportunity to work alongside an experienced clinical team with a strong focus on professional development, advanced diagnostics and high clinical standards. With flexible working options, a varied caseload and excellent support towards certificates, this is an ideal opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to develop their career within a progressive and well-equipped practice.

Key Highlights

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE.
• Permanent full-time Veterinary Surgeon position.
• Flexible working hours available.
• No night work.
• Consult-only or surgery-biased role available.
• Opportunity to work across multiple nearby practices if desired.
• Recently refurbished practice with advanced facilities.
• Excellent support for certificates and career progression.
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 paid CPD days.
• Funded certificate opportunities.

The Practice

This modern and recently refurbished small animal practice is led by an experienced Practice Partner with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, mentoring and continuous professional development. The practice has invested heavily in both its facilities and its people, creating an environment where Veterinary Surgeons are encouraged to pursue their clinical interests while delivering exceptional standards of patient care.

You'll join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team including experienced Registered Veterinary Nurses, one of whom holds an anaesthesia certificate, alongside another nurse currently undertaking a medicine certificate. Supported by a dedicated administrative team, clinicians are able to focus on delivering high-quality veterinary care while enjoying efficient day-to-day practice operations.

The practice also benefits from regular support from visiting certificate holders and specialist clinicians, providing access to a broad range of expertise and allowing complex cases to be managed with confidence.

Facilities & Equipment

• Recently refurbished veterinary practice.
• Brand-new laparoscopic surgery suite.
• State-of-the-art four-probe ultrasound.
• Digital radiography.
• Modern operating theatre.
• Dedicated cat ward.
• Dedicated dog ward.
• Fully equipped treatment and preparation areas.
• In-house laboratory facilities.
• Modern anaesthetic and patient monitoring equipment.
• Support from visiting specialist clinicians and certificate holders.

The Location

Located in the Taunton area of Somerset, the practice enjoys a convenient position just minutes from the M5, providing excellent transport links across the South West. Taunton offers the perfect balance of vibrant town living and beautiful countryside, with easy access to Exmoor National Park, the Quantock Hills and the stunning Somerset coastline. The area is well known for its excellent schools, independent shops, cafés and outdoor lifestyle, making it an outstanding place to live and work.

The Role

This is a permanent full-time Veterinary Surgeon position offering genuine flexibility to suit your preferred way of working.

Whether your passion lies in consulting, surgery or a balanced mix of both, the practice can tailor the role to your strengths and career aspirations. There is also the opportunity to split your time between nearby practices if you enjoy working across multiple sites.

You'll manage a varied first opinion caseload while working alongside an experienced clinical team committed to delivering gold-standard patient care. The practice encourages continuity of care, allowing you to work cases through while benefiting from collaborative case discussions and support from visiting specialists where required.

Importantly, there are no night duties, allowing you to enjoy an excellent work-life balance while continuing to develop your clinical skills within a busy and rewarding practice.

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 supportive team, be confident managing a varied first opinion caseload and have a genuine enthusiasm for continuing your professional development. This opportunity would suit a Veterinary Surgeon looking to work within a progressive practice that actively encourages certificate study, clinical progression and flexible working.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £65,000 DOE.
• Permanent full-time position.
• Flexible working hours.
• No night work.
• Consult-only or surgery-biased role available.
• Opportunity to work across multiple nearby practices if desired.
• £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.
• RCVS, VDS and BVA membership fees paid.
• Relocation support and visa sponsorship available where applicable.
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing 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 Taunton area, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch with the Vet Seekers team today.

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