OOH Small Animal Vet - Bridgend, Bridgend

Permanent Senior OOH Veterinary Surgeon – Bridgend, Bridgend

Join an independent, vet-owned Small Animal Practice in Bridgend in a senior Veterinary Surgeon role that combines a varied GP caseload with defined on-call responsibility. This position offers consulting, surgery and inpatient care within an RCVS-accredited hospital, with a supportive senior clinical structure and excellent access from across South East Wales. If you are looking for a role with clinical variety, team support and scope to contribute to colleague development, this will merit your attention.

Key Details

- Salary: £40,000–£60,000, depending on experience and clinical confidence.

- Location: Bridgend, Bridgend.

- Job Reference: JN-35790.

- Duties: Consulting, inpatient care and surgery.

- On-call: Seven nights per rota, followed by seven days’ recovery.

- Weekends: Three weekend mornings across an 11-week rota.

- Support: RVN and SVN support on site 24/7 during on-call periods.

- Practice Type: Independent, vet-owned, RCVS-accredited hospital.

Why You'll Love This Role

This is a senior position with a broad caseload and genuine scope to support others clinically. You will be part of a team that values case discussion, shared learning and practical mentoring, while also working within a hospital that supports continuity of care through its own out-of-hours service.

About the Role

You will manage a mixed GP caseload across consultations, inpatient care and surgery. The role includes a defined first on-call commitment, with structured recovery time built into the rota.

You will also act as a trusted source of clinical advice for colleagues and contribute to practical training and mentoring. The position suits an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys making confident decisions and supporting developing vets.

The remainder of the week is centred on a 5-day pattern, with scope to develop your clinical interests. Senior back-up is available for complex cases or additional support.

About the Practice

This is an independent, vet-owned Small Animal Practice with an RCVS-accredited hospital and its own OOH service. The hospital has separate waiting and hospitalisation areas for cats, dogs and exotics.

Facilities include DR x-ray, Doppler ultrasound, a dental suite with dental radiography, a comprehensive in-house laboratory including Sedivue, and a range of scopes. The leadership team includes a Surgical Director and an Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery, alongside a Medical Director and an Advanced Practitioner in Feline Medicine.

Working in Bridgend, Bridgend

Bridgend sits between Cardiff and Swansea, with strong access via the M4. It offers a practical base for veterinary professionals who want a well-connected South Wales location with access to the coast and nearby walking routes, including the Brecon Beacons. The area will suit candidates who value manageable commuting options and a location with straightforward links to larger centres.

Benefits

- 33 days’ holiday including bank holidays, with the option to purchase five additional days.

- Five CPD days and a £1,500 CPD allowance, with enhanced support available for Advanced Practitioners.

- Payment of RCVS, VDS and one additional professional membership.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of caseload can I expect?

You will work across consulting, inpatient care and surgery within a varied GP caseload. The role also includes some on-call responsibility.

Is there any out-of-hours work?

Yes. The rota includes seven nights on call followed by seven days’ recovery. There are also three weekend mornings across an 11-week rota.

What support will be available on call?

An RVN and SVN are on site 24/7 during on-call periods. Senior back-up is also available for complex cases or additional support.

What experience is required?

The role is for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who communicates clearly and makes confident clinical decisions. You should also be comfortable offering advice, mentoring colleagues and supporting practical training.

What facilities does the practice offer?

The hospital includes separate waiting and hospitalisation areas for cats, dogs and exotics, DR x-ray, Doppler ultrasound, a dental suite with dental radiography, a comprehensive in-house laboratory including Sedivue, and a range of scopes.

If you are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon seeking a senior role with clinical variety and strong support, please apply for further information.

Job Reference No: JN-35790