Veterinary Surgeon - Excellent benefits

Veterinary Surgeon Full Time Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Permanent | Purpose-Built Practice | Excellent Team Culture

An established veterinary practice in the Sutton Farm area of Shrewsbury is currently seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly and experienced team. This modern, well-equipped practice is ideally located near local amenities including a garden centre, supermarket, football ground, and the town centreplus its just five minutes from the M54 for excellent travel links.

The team consists of 2 Veterinary Surgeons, 4 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 2 Student Veterinary Nurses, and 2 Client Care Advisors. The practice offers excellent facilities such as a K-laser, ultrasonography, Imagyst diagnostics, and separate dog and cat waiting areas and kennelscreating a calm and stress-free experience for both clients and pets.

The practice benefits from strong collaboration with a nearby 24-hour hospital, which provides out-of-hours cover and referral support, including access to CT imaging, endoscopy, dental x-ray, and hydrotherapy/physiotherapy services.

Working Pattern:

• Full-time: 40 hours per week

• 1 in 6 weekends at the local 24-hour hospital

• Part-time and flexible working options considered

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering excellent clinical care during consultations, surgeries, and procedures

• Providing clear and compassionate client communication

• Creating tailored treatment plans with cost transparency

• Supporting the development and wellbeing of the wider clinical team

• Ensuring high levels of compliance with practice and regulatory standards

• Collaborating closely with the hospital team for referral or enhanced care needs

• Sharing clinical knowledge and contributing to team learning

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Skilled in small animal care with experience in a general practice setting

• Collaborative, positive, and supportive team player

• Committed to high standards of clinical care and client service

• Confident in mentoring, coaching, and encouraging others

• Experience in supporting nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures

Benefits Package Includes:

• Private Medical Insurance from day one

• Health cash plan (includes dental, physio, optical) with 24/7 Private GP access

• Life Assurance at 3x salary

• Access to 24-hour counselling and mental health support

• 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with service

• One paid Day for You an extra personal day off each year

• CPD allowance of £1,500 plus 3 days paid CPD leave

• Funded certificate opportunities

• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees covered

• Sabbatical options based on length of service

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Season Ticket Loan (interest-free)

• Employee discounts on products and services

• Tier 2 (General) Visa sponsorship and relocation support available

To find out more or express interest in this role, contact info@thevetoffice.com REF: Veterinary Surgeon Shropshire