Orthopaedic Veterinary Surgeon - West Yorkshire
• Orthopaedic Veterinary Surgeon opportunity at a RCVS accredited small animal hospital in West Yorkshire
• Purpose-built hospital specialising in orthopaedic and spinal conditions
• State-of-the-art equipment including Digital X-ray facilities with an onsite CT scanner, an in-house laboratory and more
• Amazing salary up to £130,000
• Generous benefits package including a paid sabbatical and relocation support
Are you searching for a unique career opportunity that provides an excellent work-life balance? We have an amazing opportunity for an Orthopaedic Veterinary Surgeon to join a specialist RCVS accredited small animal hospital in a charming market town in West Yorkshire. This lovely area has a rich industrial history, a bustling high street, and scenic spots.
You will be working in a purpose-built hospital specialising in orthopaedic and spinal conditions, established in the local area for over 21 years. The hospital features spacious consultation rooms, two separate wards, and state-of-the-art equipment including Digital X-ray facilities with an onsite CT scanner, an in-house laboratory, three large theatres, and a visiting MRI scanner.
You will join a supportive team of veterinary staff, including a skilled and dedicated nursing team and a wonderful client support team. Your responsibilities will include managing the orthopaedic caseload, such as fractures, TPLOs, and complex soft tissue surgeries, and delivering exceptional clinical care to your patients during consultations and procedures. You will need to observe the highest standards of regulatory, practice, and operational compliance.
The ideal candidate will be RCVS registered and have experience in small animal surgery, including the ability to perform TPLO/TTAs or equivalent, fracture repair, and complex soft tissue procedures. You will need to demonstrate clinical leadership skills and be experienced in working effectively as part of a team. Experience supporting nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures and understanding how this contributes to clinic performance and efficiency, is essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Orthopaedic Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-respected RCVS accredited small animal hospital in West Yorkshire.
The Rota:
• Full time - offering a good work/life balance
The Benefits:
• Amazing salary up to £130,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance from day one
• Health cash plan from day one (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service
• Life Assurance 3 x salary
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service
• An additional Day for You', a paid day's leave for you to use as you wish
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days' paid leave
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
• Funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com
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