Veterinary Surgeon

Job Title: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Salary: Up to £58,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Location: Wicstun Veterinary Group, Market Weighton, East Yorkshire

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (flexible working patterns can be discussed)

Hours: 40 hours per week over 4 or 5 days, with a mixture of early and late shifts between 7:30am and 7:00pm. Weekend rota of approximately 1 in 4 weekends. No regular out-of-hours requirement, although there is the opportunity to support if desired.

We are looking for a passionate Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and progressive team at Wicstun Vets.

This is an exciting opportunity for a confident small animal all-rounder with at least two years of UK practice experience, who enjoys a varied caseload of both consultations and surgery. You’ll have the chance to work with an experienced, supportive team and develop your interests while delivering exceptional patient care.

Why join us?

Wicstun Vets is a thriving 24-hour veterinary practice and referral centre based primarily in Market Weighton, offering excellent continuity of care and access to an impressive range of facilities and expertise.

You’ll work alongside a highly skilled team, including certificate holders in:

• Orthopaedics
• Emergency and Critical Care
• Internal Medicine
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Cardiology

Our practice is equipped with excellent facilities including:

• CT scanner
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy
• Hydrotherapy suite
• Laser therapy
• Advanced orthopaedic services
• Bespoke cat clinic with calming music and air conditioning
• Physiotherapy service provided by an external specialist

As a 24-hour hospital, we receive referrals from nearby practices, allowing you to see a varied and interesting caseload while benefiting from the support of experienced colleagues and advanced diagnostic capabilities.

We actively encourage career development and can support progression into senior and leadership roles within the practice. We also welcome discussions around any clinical interests or further qualifications you may wish to pursue.

A supportive and collaborative culture

At Wicstun Vets, we believe that enjoying where you work is just as important as the work itself. We are a close-knit and social team that values wellbeing and creating a positive working environment.

We regularly organise team social events and wellbeing activities, from bird box painting sessions to regular team get-togethers (with plenty of cake!). Associate wellbeing is actively promoted, and we strive to ensure everyone feels supported both professionally and personally.

What are we looking for?

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Minimum of 2 years' small animal practice experience.
• A confident all-round GP vet with experience in both consultations and routine surgery.
• A team player who enjoys collaborating and sharing knowledge.
• A passion for providing high-quality patient and client care.
• An interest in developing clinical skills and pursuing career progression opportunities.

Benefits include

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave.
• RCVS and VDS fees paid.
• Generous CPD allowance and support for further qualifications and certificates.
• Extensive free online CPD programme.
• Career progression opportunities, including progression into leadership roles.
• Staff discount schemes.
• Life Assurance.
• Enhanced sickness pay.
• Enhanced family leave.
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme.
• Wellness programme including:
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental health and wellbeing support
  • Eyecare voucher scheme
  • Free annual flu jab
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Recruitment referral reward scheme

Wicstun Veterinary Group is part of the Linnaeus Group and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned means we can focus on long-term investment in our people, our practices and our patients.

At Linnaeus, a better world for pets starts with a better world for our people. You'll have access to a huge network of specialists, development opportunities and a comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – caring for pets.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone feels valued, supported and empowered to be themselves.

If you would like to apply for this role or have an informal chat to discuss the opportunity further, please get in touch with Paige in the recruitment team at paige.lyne@linnaeusgroup.co.uk.