Veterinary Surgeon - East Bowling, Bradford
Small Animal VetPermanent
East Bowling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
Job Description
A rewarding opportunity is available for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a busy charitable small animal hospital in Bradford. This role offers a varied caseload, strong surgical exposure and the chance to work within a supportive clinical team. Candidates seeking a role with flexibility, development and genuine impact should continue reading.
Key Details
- Working Pattern: Full-time or part-time considered.
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week for full-time, with 7.5-hour shifts between 8:30am and 6pm.
- Weekends: Shared fairly across the team.
- Weekend Cover: Minimum of two Veterinary Surgeons working together, with no lone working.
- Duties: Medical, surgical and emergency caseload, including soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, dentistry, consultations and emergency procedures.
- Salary: £45,269–£60,062 per annum, including allowances, depending on experience.
- Requirements: MRCVS registered with at least 12 months' UK small animal practice experience.
Why You'll Love This Role
This is a varied and hands-on Veterinary Surgeon role with strong exposure to surgery, consultations and emergency work. The hospital supports clinical development through a structured skills framework, annual reviews and access to a broad caseload that will suit a Vet who wants to build confidence and progress.
About the Role
You will manage a busy mix of medical, surgical and emergency cases within a collaborative hospital environment. The weekly balance is approximately one-third surgical work and two-thirds consultations, alongside emergency cases.
The caseload includes soft tissue procedures such as pyometras, cystotomies, enterotomies, enucleations and caesarean sections. Orthopaedic work may include cruciate repairs, FHNE, hip reductions and fracture management.
There are also opportunities to develop skills in dentistry, from routine extractions through to more complex surgical dental procedures. Depending on caseload, facilities and clinical expertise, further development may be available in orthopaedic, ophthalmic, complex soft tissue and reconstructive surgery.
The role suits a Veterinary Surgeon who is confident managing a varied caseload, works well in a fast-paced setting and takes a pragmatic, welfare-focused approach to clinical decisions.
About the Practice
This busy charitable small animal hospital has provided veterinary treatment for over 100 years to pets whose owners are experiencing financial hardship. The team includes experienced Veterinary Surgeons, Registered Veterinary Nurses and support colleagues with a range of clinical interests.
Facilities include separate dog and cat kennelling areas, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment. The clinical culture is collaborative, with teamwork, case discussion and shared learning actively encouraged.
Working in East Bowling, Bradford
East Bowling is in Bradford, West Yorkshire, with practical access to the wider city and surrounding areas. For Veterinary Surgeons considering a commute or relocation, the location offers a city setting within reach of other parts of West Yorkshire, including nearby towns and transport routes across the region. It will suit candidates who want a Bradford base while working in a busy clinical environment.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements.
- CPD allowance of £1,000 and five CPD days annually.
- Internal training programmes.
- Discounted attendance at BSAVA Congress and London Vet Show.
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
- Option to buy or sell an additional five days of leave.
- Three additional paid days off each year, including a Wellbeing Day, Celebration Day and Volunteering Day.
- Paid RCVS registration fees where applicable.
- Pension scheme with employer contributions starting at 5% and increasing to 10%.
- Life assurance worth four times annual salary.
- Private medical cover.
- 24/7 wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme through AXA Health.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Retail and lifestyle discounts.
- Discounted pet insurance.
- Access to staff veterinary services.
- Relocation assistance.
- Visa sponsorship may be available for eligible Veterinary Surgeons requiring a Certificate of Sponsorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of caseload can I expect?
You will work with a varied medical, surgical and emergency caseload. This includes soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, dentistry, consultations and emergency procedures.
Is flexible working available?
Yes. Full-time or part-time working is considered, with flexible working patterns available.
What are the weekend duties?
Weekend cover is shared fairly across the team. A minimum of two Veterinary Surgeons work together, and there is no lone working.
What experience is required?
Applicants must be MRCVS registered and have at least 12 months' UK small animal practice experience. Confidence with a varied caseload and a fast-paced environment is also required.
What facilities does the hospital offer?
Facilities include separate dog and cat kennelling areas, in-house radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, piped gases and extensive orthopaedic equipment.
If you are a Veterinary Surgeon seeking a varied and rewarding role with strong support for development, this opportunity merits your attention. Please apply to find out more.
Job Reference No: JN-35974
Job location
East Bowling, Bradford, West Yorkshire
This is the approximate job location. The exact practice address is shared with suitable candidates.
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